TAFE Queensland

Course Details

Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology

Course Description

This qualification provides students with the skills and knowledge to work as a mechanic to service and repair motor vehicles from a selected range of specific vehicle types. You will also learn how to test and identify faults in the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems of motor vehicles. The apprentice undertaking this role will primarily service and repair the mechanical parts of motor vehicles such as the engine, transmission (clutch, gear box and differential) and the suspension systems (springs, steering, brakes, wheels and tyres). The apprentice will also perform tasks including: discussing problems with vehicle drivers to discover faults and carrying out their own diagnostic procedures, repair and service cooling systems, fuel systems, air conditioning and emission control systems, clutch assemblies, manual and automatic transmissions, braking systems, final drive assemblies and steering and suspension systems. The repair of ignition, electronic engine management and electrical systems are also encompassed in the motor mechanic's duties. With the rapid changes in automotive technology, motor mechanics are becoming more specialised in their areas of work.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Heavy Vehicle/Plant Diesel Fitter, Automotive Service Mechanic, Light Engine Mechanic, Motorcycle Mechanic After completion of this program students have employment opportunities in the automotive manufacturing, mining and engineering industries as well as advancement through to diploma level within the auto technician, heavy commercial technician, diesel fitter industry.




Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology TAFE Queensland