Course Overview
There are some vehicles that are small, and then there are the vehicles so big you need a qualification just to touch them! That’s where this course comes in.
Learn how to repair and service engines, transmissions, cooling, steering, electrical circuits, air and hydraulic brakes, diesel fuel injection systems on a range of trucks, busses and other vehicles in the heavy vehicle industry.
Perfect for apprentices wanting to work closely with our teachers, as well as your employer to ensure your skills are of the highest standard.
And when you finish this qualification, it will open doors to opportunities in sectors that are constantly evolving with new technology and changing needs. You might find yourself working in an automotive heavy commercial vehicle workshop, fleet workshop and or dealership as a qualified heavy commercial vehicle technician.
You might even want to take your studies further with a Certificate IV or Diploma in the automotive industry. We will talk you through everything you need to know about taking those steps if and when you decide you’re ready, because we understand making these choices takes time.
Go on, prove your skills with hands-on experience and impress your future employers with an in-depth understanding of heavy vehicle systems!
Please note, students must be registered and employed in the industry given this being an apprenticeship course.
Times
| Campus | Attendance Days |
| Bairnsdale Trade Centre (Day release) | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Leongatha (Day release) | Monday, Tuesday 8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Warragul (Day release) | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Yallourn (Day release) | Tuesday, Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Port of Sale (Block release) | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00am - 4:00pm |
| Yallourn (Block release) | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00am - 4:00pm |
Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology (Apprenticeship).Career Opportunities
Employment in automotive heavy commercial vehicle workshops, fleet workshops and or dealerships as a qualified heavy commercial vehicle technician.
Opportunities for Further Study
Certificate IV or diploma in the automotive industry
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements:
- Must be a registered and employed apprentice with a sufficient completion of a language literacy and numeracy assessment.
Recommended entry requirements:
- Completion of year ten secondary studies, 16 years of age.
Limitations to entry:
- Not registered and employed apprentice.
Online requirement
Not Applicable
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
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Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Not ApplicablePathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Not Applicable
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Sample course units
| AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations |
| AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines |
| AURTTK001 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTB101 Inspect and service braking systems |
| AURTTQ001 Inspect and service final drive assemblies |
| AURTTD002 Inspect and service steering systems |
| AURTTD004 Inspect and service suspension systems |
| AURTTF102 Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems |
| AURHTB002 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle hydraulic and air over hydraulic braking systems |
| AURTTB004 Inspect and service air braking systems |
| AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
| AURTTA006 Inspect and service hydraulic systems |
| AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles |
| AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems |
| AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems |
| AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems |
| AURTTF105 Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems |
| AURTTX102 Inspect and service manual transmissions |
| AURETR122 Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems |
| AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies |
| AURHTF102 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems |
| AURETR124 Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems |
| AURHTE102 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines |
| AURHTD102 Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle steering systems |
| AURHTQ102 Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle final drive assemblies |
| AURHTQ103 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle drive shafts |
| AURHTX104 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems |
| AURHTB101 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems |
| AURHTD103 Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle suspension systems |
| AURHTJ103 Remove, inspect and refit heavy vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies |
| AURHTX101 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle manual transmissions |
| AURHTZ101 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle emission control systems |
| AURTTA113 Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems |
Assessment
Practical experiences, practical demonstrations, practical demonstrations in simulated work conditions, workbooks/online assessments.