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
Course Modules
| Module Code | Module Title |
| MEM14005A | Plan A Complete Activity (MEM14005A) |
| AURLTD009 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering (AURLTD009) |
| AURTTA021 | Diagnose complex system faults (AURTTA021) |
| AURETH001 | Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles (AURETH001) |
| AURMTA007 | Conduct non-destructive testing (AURMTA007) |
| AURLTE004 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines (AURLTE004) |
| AURLTX004 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle automatic transmission and driveline systems (AURLTX004) |
| MEM16010A | Write Reports (MEM16010A) |
| AURTTR001 | Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems (AURTTR001) |
| AURTTA025 | Diagnose complex faults in vehicle integrated stability control systems (AURTTA025) |
| AURLTB004 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems (AURLTB004) |
| AURLTD009 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering (AURLTD009) |
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
11 July 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.
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