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Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis


 National Code: AUR40216
 TAFE SA Code: TP00975


Description

This course is aimed at technicians who have completed a certificate III in an automotive trade and wish to gain a higher level of skills in the diagnosis of complex vehicle systems. This course is aimed at technicians who have completed a certificate III in an automotive trade and wish to gain a higher level of skills in the diagnosis of complex vehicle systems. Various automotive electrical systems are also included, as well as engine management and vehicle safety systems.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis (AUR40216)
    This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform advanced diagnostic tasks in the automotive retail, service and repair industry. To complete the qualification, you are required to complete 1 core unit plus 9 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Diagnose complex system faults 80

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Analyse and repair performance carburetted fuel systems 20
    Analyse and repair performance fuel injection systems 20
    Conduct non-destructive testing 20
    Determine retail rates for automotive products and services 60
    Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems 50
    Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems 50
    Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines 50
    Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines 50
    Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems 50
    Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace 30
    Test engines using a dynamometer 40

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Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
TP00975
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