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This page provides all the information you need to know about enrolling in the AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis.
Course details | |
| Provider Name | Auswide College |
| RTO Code | 45893 |
| Location of course | Classroom Level-3, 1 Fitzwilliam Practical classes will be delivered at authorised Auswide College Workshops. Address will be provided with the classes schedule. |
| Delivery mode | This program is delivered in the classroom with structured self-study and in an automotive workshop. |
| Duration | 26 weeks, including 20 study weeks and 6 weeks of holidays. |
| Study load | 14 hours a week in the classroom and 6 hours of structured self-study. |
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform advanced diagnostic tasks in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:
In addition, all students who are undertaking this qualification must have the following resources while in class.
This course is targeted at students who are:
Completing this course may provide you with employment or learning opportunities. Potential employment options are in a range of roles relevant to light vehicle automotive technology. Further education pathways may include a range of Certificate IV qualifications from the AUR Training Package such as the AUR50116 Diploma of Automotive Management.
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
Code | Title | Core or Elective |
AURTTA021 | Diagnose complex system faults | Core |
AURETR037 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems | Elective |
AURLTB104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems | Elective |
AURLTD109 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems | Elective |
AURLT104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines | Elective |
AURLTE105 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines systems | Elective |
AURLTX104 | Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline systems | Elective |
AURTTA125 | Diagnose complex faults in vehicle integrated stability control systems | Elective |
AURTTR101 | Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems | Elective |
AURAEA004 | Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | Elective |
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based setting, as well as through structured self-study. Practical training will take place at the automotive workshop.
The timetable for this course will be advised in your Offer Letter and Student Agreement.
You are required to attend classes for 14 hours, as well as complete 6 hours of structured self-study per week for 20 study weeks (2 terms of 10 weeks each). Holiday breaks are as indicated in your timetable.
Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real-life workplace.
In addition to classroom based learning and structured self-study, you will also need to complete approximately 2 hours of additional, unsupervised study per week including general reading and research for assessments.
You will also need to complete assessments for this course which will include:
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Your theory classes will be conducted in modern classrooms and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study.
Satisfactory course progress and attendance is very important. Please read the Student Handbook carefully for more information. You will also be provided with further information about course progress and attendance requirements at your orientation.
We offer the following in relation to support and welfare.
You may not have studied for a while, may have English as a second language or need additional assistance with literacy or numeracy.
We will identify any additional support needs you may have at the time of application and enrolment and may prepare a Student Support Plan for you based on those needs.
You are required to bring your own laptop with Office 365 (or similar program) to all classes. These costs are not included in your course fees. Specifications for laptops and associated costs are included below.
| Minimum requirements |
Processor | Intel® or AMD processor with 64-bit support*; 2 GHz or faster processor Microsoft Windows 10 |
Operating system | Microsoft Windows 10 |
RAM | 10 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
Hard disk space | 3.1 GB or more of available hard-disk space |
Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended. |
Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services. |
| Minimum requirements |
Processor | Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support |
Operating system | MacOS version 10.12 (Sierra), macOS version 10.13 (High Sierra), or macOS version 10.14 (Mojave). |
RAM | 2 GB or more of RAM (8 GB recommended) |
Hard disk space | 4 GB or more of available hard-disk space for 64-bit installation; additional free space required during installation. |
Monitor resolution | 1024 x 768 display (1280×800 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB or more of dedicated VRAM; 2 GB is recommended |
Graphics processor acceleration requirements | OpenGL 2.0-capable system |
Internet | Internet connection and registration are necessary for required software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services. |
| Name of software | Associated costs | |
| Office 365 | $129 annually | https://products.office.com/en-au/buy/office |
| Laptop details | Associated costs | |
| Any laptop that meets the specifications above | $450 (approximate only) | Various |
| Text book | Associated costs | |
| Automotive Technology Cengage | Ebook: $77.95 Hardcopy: $199.95 Paperback: $102.95 | https://au.cengage.com/c/automotive-technology-a-systems-approach-7e-erjavec/9781337794213/ |
You can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our Student Handbook, which is available at www.auswidecollege.edu.au.
If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.
For any questions about course credit, contact us at the details shown below.
Auswide College has the following entry requirements:
The costs for this course are as follows:
Course fees | Tuition fees: AUD $10,200 Enrolment fee: $400 Material fee: $500 (Please Contact us for promotional fees and scholarships offer) |
Non-tuition fees | May apply and can be found in our Student Handbook on our website at www.auswidecollege.edu.au |
Course fees do not include laptops or software or textbooks – see information above.
A detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You must pay all of your course fees and on time. Non-payment of fees may result in cancellation of enrolment.
To apply for this course, you are required to complete an enrolment form and submit all required supporting evidence including evidence that you have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency
If your application is successful, we will send you an Offer Letter and Student Agreement. You should make sure you read through this document carefully to make sure you are happy with all of the terms and conditions. If you are, then simply sign the document and send it back to us.
Once we receive this, we will issue you with an Enrolment Confirmation and an invoice for the first payment.
The first day of each course will include orientation and induction. Orientation will include information about the campus, accessing our support services and methods for achieving success throughout the course, including course progress requirements.
This course outline should be read in conjunction with Auswide College Student Handbook. This can be found online at www.auswidecollege.edu.au.
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