Course structure
The Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis course provides advanced training for automotive technicians who want to further develop their diagnostic and technical skills. This automotive diagnostics course enables participants to enter employment in a senior, supervisory, or managerial role within the automotive and repair industry.
Modes of Study
This course requires face to face classroom study and compulsory work placement (arranged by Kangan Institute) of 200 hours.Classes will be scheduled between 8.00am to 9.00pm Monday to Friday. Timetables will be confirmed at orientation. Click here to take a 3D tour of ACE
All students required to attend on-site learning must be fully vaccinated in line with Kangan Institute’s Vaccination Policy
Course Modules
| Module Code | Module Title |
| AURTTA021 | Diagnose complex system faults (AURTTA021) |
| AURETH001 | Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles (AURETH001) |
| AURMTA007 | Conduct non-destructive testing (AURMTA007) |
| AURLTE104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines (AURLTE104) |
| AURACA103 | Build customer relations in an automotive workplace (AURACA103) |
| AURLTB104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems (AURLTB104) |
| AURTTA125 | Diagnose complex faults in vehicle integrated stability control systems (AURTTA125) |
| AURLTD109 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems (AURLTD109) |
| AURLTX104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle automatic transmission and driveline systems (AURLTX104) |
| AURTTR101 | Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems (AURTTR101) |
Major Study Areas
- Mechanical and electrical systems, maintenance, service and repair
- Diagnosis of complex faults in automotive vehicle systems
- Reports and technical document development
- Interpreting and producing technical
Books and Equipment (AUD$)
Included in the tuition fees, however students will be required to supply their own personal stationery.
Annual Amenities Fee
$200.
Academic: Australian Year 12 equivalency or higher
English language: Academic IELTS 5.5 overall no band less than 5.0 or recognised equivalent
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (103615A).
7 February 2022
| Term 1 |
31 January - 8 April |
| Holidays |
9 April - 25 April |
| Term 2 |
26 April - 24 June |
| Holidays |
25 June - 10 July |
| Term 3 |
11 July - 16 September |
| Holidays |
17 September - 2 October |
| Term 4 |
3 October - 20 December |
Classes will be scheduled between 8.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday. Timetables will be confirmed at orientation.
This course is subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start of the course.
Study pathways
Diploma of Automotive Technology Light Vehicle (091698G)
Career pathways
Graduates may seek employment as a:
- Motor mechanic
- Skilled tradesperson in automotive
- Workshop supervisor