Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology

Course Code

AUR30716

Department

Heavy Commercial Vehicles & Engine Techn

Study Area(s)

Automotive

Campus

DOCKLANDS

Course Length

Part-time day(3 years)
Flexible(3 years)

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Start Date(s):	We offer rolling enrolments. Enrol at any time.
End Date(s):	Generally an apprenticeship take 3 years of schooling and 1 year on the job training
Days and Time:	Apprenticeship: Block release is available. You will attend classes for one week approximately every two months. Monday to Thursday 8am - 4.30pm and Friday 8am - 1pm Non Apprentice: Program will be customised to suit your requirements.

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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.

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Core

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace	25
AURASA002	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace	20
AURPTA003	Service and repair rotary cutting systems	8
AURPTA005	Service and repair chainsaw cutting systems	25
AURPTA006	Inspect and service line trimming systems and components	8
AURPTA007	Service and repair post boring systems	13
AURPTA008	Service and repair post hole digging systems	15
AURPTA009	Service and repair reciprocating cutting systems	13
AURPTA010	Inspect and service pumping systems	20
AURPTA011	Diagnose and repair pumping systems	30
AURPTE002	Inspect and service outdoor power equipment engines	20
AURPTE003	Diagnose and repair outdoor power equipment engines	30
AURPTE004	Overhaul outdoor power equipment engines	40
AURTTA018	Carry out diagnostic procedures	20
AURTTK002	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace	20

Elective

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours
AURACA003	Build customer relations in an automotive workplace	20
AURAFA003	Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace	20
AURETR006	Solder electrical wiring and circuits	20
AURETR009	Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems	40
AURETR012	Test and repair basic electrical circuits	40
AURETR023	Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems	60
AURETR025	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles	15
AURETR029	Diagnose and repair charging systems	30
AURETR030	Diagnose and repair starting systems	30
AURETR031	Diagnose and repair ignition systems	30
AURETR032	Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems	80
AURHTF002	Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems	80
AURLTJ002	Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes	40
AURLTX001	Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions	40
AURLTX003	Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems	30
AURPTA004	Service and repair drum cutting systems	25
AURPTR001	Test and service 240 volt portable generators	10
AURPTR002	Test and service electric outdoor power equipment	20
AURPTR003	Service and repair outdoor power equipment engine management systems	40
AURSCA001	Select and supply automotive parts and products	100
AURTTA006	Inspect and service hydraulic systems	20
AURTTB001	Inspect and service braking systems	20
AURTTC001	Inspect and service cooling systems	10
AURTTC003	Diagnose and repair cooling systems	20
AURTTD002	Inspect and service steering systems	10
AURTTD003	Inspect suspension systems	10
AURTTD004	Inspect and service suspension systems	10
AURTTE004	Inspect and service engines	20
AURTTF001	Inspect and service petrol fuel systems	25
AURTTF002	Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems	20
AURTTF005	Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems	15
AURTTF006	Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems	50
AURTTK001	Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace	15
AURTTK001	Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace	15
AURTTQ001	Inspect and service final drive assemblies	5
AURTTX004	Inspect and service hydrostatic transmissions	10
AURTTZ002	Diagnose and repair exhaust systems	10
AURVTW003	Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections	30
AURVTW008	Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting	30
AURVTW009	Carry out basic gas metal arc welding	20

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.

For course information, please call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or fill our enquiry form.

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This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

The fees listed below relate to 2020 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) and non-tuition fees such as student support fees (table 3).

Table 1

Enrolment type

Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#

Concession
Indicative total tuition fee#
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Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#

Non-Apprentice

$3211.14

$642.23

$16045.90

Apprentice/Trainee

$3211.14

$642.23

$16045.90

Table 2

Average course
material fees^*

$491.00

Average course
consumable fees^*

$982.00

Scholarships Payment Plans

# 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 such as the Student Support Fee.

2020 Student Services Fee (Table 3)

	Type of cohort:
	Eligible full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours)	Non eligible/FFS full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours)	Special cohort classes: Concession card holders Apprentices Trainees Work based students (100% off campus delivery) Full online delivery (100% off campus delivery)	Any students studying less than 125 hours in the full year
Domestic student services fees for 2020:	$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total	$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total	$60 fixed fee	None

Exemptions

The following fee categories are exempt from the SSF -
ASH: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Concession
ASZ: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Non-concession
X: Community-based Orders/Judy Lazarus Transition Centre
OZ: International Student
M: Prisoner
YTC: Young People Transitioning From Care – Concession
YTN: Young People Transitioning From Care - No Concession
Short courses

student contact hours

Total hours^	Indicative hours*	Government Subsidised $/SCH	Indigenous Concession $/SCH	Full fee $/SCH
982	982	$3.27	$0.65	$16.34

^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 2020. 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.

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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.

Can I apply?

You must have satisfactory literacy and numeracy skills and be at least 15 years old at the time of application. This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway. You may participate in this course while searching for suitable employment but you will need to complete extra practical work at further cost if you do not secure a workplace.

Where and how can I study?

You will study at the Docklands campus.

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.

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.