Course Overview
This course trains you to work with outdoor power equipment, including small engines, mowers, chain saws and trimmers, from theory to hands-on repairs of engine components to occupational health and safety.
All students required to attend on-site learning must be fully vaccinated in line with Kangan Institute’s Vaccination Policy
If you are enrolling in this course as part of an apprenticeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
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Core
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace (AURAEA002) | 25 |
| AURASA002 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace (AURASA002) | 20 |
| AURPTA003 | Service and repair rotary cutting systems (AURPTA003) | 8 |
| AURPTA005 | Service and repair chainsaw cutting systems (AURPTA005) | 25 |
| AURPTA006 | Inspect and service line trimming systems and components (AURPTA006) | 8 |
| AURPTA007 | Service and repair post boring systems (AURPTA007) | 13 |
| AURPTA008 | Service and repair post hole digging systems (AURPTA008) | 15 |
| AURPTA009 | Service and repair reciprocating cutting systems (AURPTA009) | 13 |
| AURPTA010 | Inspect and service pumping systems (AURPTA010) | 20 |
| AURPTA011 | Diagnose and repair pumping systems (AURPTA011) | 30 |
| AURPTE002 | Inspect and service outdoor power equipment engines (AURPTE002) | 20 |
| AURPTE003 | Diagnose and repair outdoor power equipment engines (AURPTE003) | 30 |
| AURPTE004 | Overhaul outdoor power equipment engines (AURPTE004) | 40 |
| AURTTA018 | Carry out diagnostic procedures (AURTTA018) | 20 |
| AURTTK002 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace (AURTTK002) | 20 |
Elective
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| AURAFA003 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace (AURAFA003) | 20 |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems (AURETR009) | 40 |
| AURETR012 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits (AURETR012) | 40 |
| AURETR023 | Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems (AURETR023) | 60 |
| AURETR025 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles (AURETR025) | 15 |
| AURETR029 | Diagnose and repair charging systems (AURETR029) | 30 |
| AURETR030 | Diagnose and repair starting systems (AURETR030) | 30 |
| AURETR031 | Diagnose and repair ignition systems (AURETR031) | 30 |
| AURETR032 | Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems (AURETR032) | 80 |
| AURHTF002 | Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems (AURHTF002) | 80 |
| AURLTX001 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions (AURLTX001) | 40 |
| AURPTA004 | Service and repair drum cutting systems (AURPTA004) | 25 |
| AURPTR001 | Test and service 240 volt portable generators (AURPTR001) | 10 |
| AURPTR002 | Test and service electric outdoor power equipment (AURPTR002) | 20 |
| AURTTB001 | Inspect and service braking systems (AURTTB001) | 20 |
| AURTTC003 | Diagnose and repair cooling systems (AURTTC003) | 20 |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems (AURTTD002) | 10 |
| AURTTD004 | Inspect and service suspension systems (AURTTD004) | 10 |
| AURTTF006 | Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems (AURTTF006) | 50 |
| AURTTK001 | Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace (AURTTK001) | 15 |
| AURTTX004 | Inspect and service hydrostatic transmissions (AURTTX004) | 10 |
| AURVTW009 | Carry out basic gas metal arc welding (AURVTW009) | 20 |
| AURVTW018 | Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting (AURVTW018) | 30 |
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be provided with this information.
Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
To you check your eligibility click here.
Free TAFE and JobTrainer courses only: Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses. Please note that these tuition rates only apply to courses offered under the Free TAFE or JobTrainer schemes.
The fees listed below relate to 2022 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
Table 1
Enrolment type
Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#
Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#
Non-Apprentice
$3491.42
$698.28
$16447.03
Apprentice/Trainee
$3491.42
$698.28
$16447.03
Table 2
Average course
material fees*
$0.00
Average course
consumable fees*
$1473.00
# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.
Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
student contact hours
|
Total hours^
|
Indicative hours*
|
Government Subsidised $/SCH
|
Indigenous Concession $/SCH
|
Full fee $/SCH
|
|
982
|
982
|
$3.56
|
$0.71
|
$16.75
|
^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.
*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2022. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.
For more information about our fees structure, click here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
The Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology (AUR30716) is intended to prepare you to perform service and repair roles in the outdoor power equipment mechanical service and repair industry. This course may lead to employment as an:
• Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
• Repair Technician
The work may also include tasks related to the operation of the business and/or the supervision of others.
If you are enrolling in this course as part of an apprenticeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology (AUR30716). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course leads to advanced study in automotive certificate IV or diploma courses.
How do I apply?
Apprentice/Trainees - You will need to have an employer and then contact an Australian Apprentice Support Network office to sign a training contract.
Non- Apprentices - To apply click on the yellow Apply Here Button. You can also call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
How will I be selected for this course?
AASN registration or interview for apprentices. Non-apprentices will be offered a position based on their past experience and ability to source additional skills practice.