Diploma of Automotive Technology
Diploma of Automotive Technology
The Diploma of Automotive Technology prepares new employees or recognizes and develops existing workers who are performing advanced diagnosis and design tasks in the automotive industry. Job roles related to this qualification include: Advanced diagnostic technician Automotive system designer COURSE DURATION The course is delivered over 26 weeks on a…
Categories
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Diploma of Automotive Technology prepares new employees or recognizes and develops existing workers who are performing advanced diagnosis and design tasks in the automotive industry.
Job roles related to this qualification include:
- Advanced diagnostic technician
- Automotive system designer
COURSE DURATION
The course is delivered over 26 weeks on a full time basis. It is divided 2 terms including 100 hours of field placement.
VOCATIONAL PLACEMENT
Students are required to undertake 100 hours of supervised field placement which provides an excellent opportunity to further improve their practical job skills. Sheffield organises workplacement on a non-paid basis.
COURSE MODULES
AURAFA007 Develop and document specifications and procedures
AURAFA106 Conduct research and present technical reports
AURETE001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management system
AURETA002 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in body management systems
AURETX001 Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in driveline management systems
AURLTB002 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle braking systems
AURLTD007 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems
AURLTE003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle engine and fuel systems
AURLTQ003 Analyse and evaluate faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
AURTNA001 Estimate and quote automotive vehicle or machinery modifications
AURTTA022 Develop and apply mechanical system modifications
BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
The units of competency may change any time without prior notice to suit packaging requirements.
REQUIREMENTS
Those undertaking this course are required to have completed AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency. International students must be of 18 years of age and possess an IELTS overall band score of 5.5 or equivalent. Those who do not meet the minimum IELTS requirement will be referred to an accredited English Language Training provider to undertake an English course prior to commencing the qualification.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Sheffield College has two campuses in Adelaide, Australia. The College offers English proficiency certificate courses for students from non-English speaking backgrounds. Other courses offered include diploma in community work, certificate courses in automotive mechanical technology and business and automotive specialist and business.
