AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

We provide access to your course materials through SIC eSpace online platform and course handouts. We have computers and student access at College, required software’s (eg, IT software’s and Microsoft suite) are installed in college computers for students to use. Practical workshop location for Automotive course : 9 Marsh St, Clyde, NSW 2142. SIC workshop is in 5 mins walk from Clyde Station which is about 20 mins one way train ride from Burwood Station. It will approximately cost about $8 return in travel to SIC Burwood Campus. SIC Workshop is used only for the purpose of practical classes for our students , not for customers.

The course materials fee for the course is $1500.

Occupational titles suited to our choice of electives may include:

• Motor Mechanic (General)
• Automotive Light Vehicle Mechanical Repair Technician

Our course has been designed to meet the requirements for the AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. It contains 36 units of competency as follows:

• 20 core units
• 16 elective units

The course is delivered across 60 weeks over 6 terms.

The delivery mode is blended delivery mode combining classroom and practical.

Classroom learning The trainer will introduce the unit and the required knowledge and deepen the student’s understanding of topics through a range of teaching methods. The materials are supplied and are comprehensive. Referring to SIC eSpace online, the trainer directs students to attempts the learning activities then written tests that cover the unit.

Workshop practical sessions For workshop sessions, students will undertake training and assessment in a commercial automotive workshop. Sessions provide an environment for students to work on practical learning for each unit. This is done under the guidance of the trainer. Students are encouraged to support each other in pairs and small groups. The workplace is fully functional Automotive Service Business and offers customers a comprehensive range of services to keep their cars safe and roadworthy. With Light Motor Vehicle servicing and mechanical repair, it’s a one-stop shop to keep vehicles performing to their best ability. With a convenient location and friendly staff, workplace aims to take care of all vehicular needs in one go.

With fully functional Automotive students will be able to develop their skills in a ‘real-time’ automotive service delivery environment.

Structured online learning There is an extra 10 hours per unit programmed outside of 20 scheduled contact hours where you revise and practice to reinforce classroom and practical learning. The eSpace online learning is set up by unit and topics so it is easy for you to explore and then work through each unit of study. Some people will move more quickly through the material and others may take a bit more time depending on your confidence in the topics.

Burwood Campus

Students are required to complete a range of tasks as part of the assessment requirements for each unit. Assessments methods may include:

• Written Assessment
• Practical Demonstration of Task
• Case study
• Project / Assignment
• Role Play / Presentation
• Portfolio / Work Placement / Third Party Report

Within the Projects there may be a number of tasks and methods used to gather evidence of competency such as:

• Web based research and reports
• Scenarios and case studies
• Practical demonstrations observed by the Assessor
• Simulations
• Presentations observed by the Assessor

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)

RPL and credit transfer (CT) can be applied for at the time of enrolment or during orientation and the original or certified copy must be provided. A fee is payable for assessing your RPL status or processing your credit transfer, please refer to our price lists in the handbook and website. If credit is granted, international students may have their course and visa shortened.

Upon successful completion of all the required units of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised qualification in AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. Students who do not complete all required units may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of a AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology.

Under mutual recognition, the Qualification or Statement of Attainment awarded by Skyline International College will be recognized by other RTOs Australia wide. Upon successful completion of this course, students may choose to study:

• AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis at Skyline International College or
• An undergraduate degree at universities or higher education providers that are willing to accept your credentials and experience (subject to higher education providers course entry requirements).