Getting Certified
For students who are interested in a career in motorsports, such as a motorsport mechanic or technician then the Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (AUR20520) could be just for you. This certification will teach students how to operate in a motorsport environment, how to service petrol fuel systems and how to inspect and service transmissions and engines. Competent students will also have the opportunity to undertake work placement and will be encouraged and supported to seek work placement opportunities and facilitation towards employment with automotive partners.
Exciting Career Opportunities
The Certificate II in Motorsport Technology offers training for students to perform vehicle servicing in a motorsport environment. Some of the employment outcomes targeted by the Motorsport Technology certification include a junior member or general hand of a race team.
In recent years there have become increasing links between the motorsport and other sectors such as Defence, Marine, Aerospace and general Automotive. There are an increasing number of motorsport companies are working and supplying to these sectors and most skills and qualifications required by these industries are very similar and transferable.
For those hoping to start their career in the motorsport industry, there are a range of opportunities, from office-based jobs, designing and testing parts for cars using CAD/CAM design, to working in the supply chain, manufacturing complex and often secretive parts to race teams who require rapid turnaround times.
Further Education
Upon completion of this certification credit transfers may be available into a Certificate III in Motorsport Technology, Certificate IV in Motorsport or a diploma program.
Student Success Stories
Kangan Institute’s motorsport student Bonnie Beard has been appointed by Erebus Motorsport to one of the top two motorsport technician positions on Aaren Russell’s Holden Commodore. Bonnie, who is completing a Certificate III in Motorsport Technology and a light vehicle apprenticeship, said Kangan Institute’s training programs and industry partnerships provided her with the stepping stone into employment at Erebus.
Read more of Bonnie’s inspiring story here and start your own success story today! Always think about what you can do to improve your employability so you ensure you stand out from the crowd. Demonstrate your passion, enthusiasm and commitment to earn your place in this exciting industry.