About the course
About the course
The Diploma in Automotive Technology will teach you the skills and knowledge required to diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify automotive electrical and mechanical systems. It is suitable for those working in the automotive service and repair industry at the forefront of the implementation of new technologies.
Course Details
- Intake Dates & Course Length
- Career Outcomes
- Entry and Academic Requirements
- English Language Requirements
- Applying
- Pathways & Accreditation
- Fees
- Course Structure
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Last updated:
16 Oct 2019 at 01:00PM AEST
Intake Dates & Course Length
Full time: 6 months (if you have a Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology and Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, or equivalent)
If you are an inbound international student, you may wish to apply for a package offer. Duration for package offer is 2 years includes: Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis and the Diploma of Automotive Technology.
Career Outcomes
This course will prepare you for advancement within your organisation or a pathway to higher skilled employment opportunities. You will gain advanced skills and knowledge in the areas of diagnostics, environmental, business/ management and systems analysis.
Entry and Academic Requirements
International students must have successfully completed theCertificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, and Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, or equivalent.
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this course, you may apply for the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, and Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis with this course as a package offer.
PLEASE NOTE: Box Hill Institute only accept enrolments from International students who are 18 years of age or above at the time of course commencement.
English Language Requirements
A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic). A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based, or approved equivalent.
For other accepted tests, please visit the English Language Requirements page.
Applying
International students please apply through:
- an authorised representative in your country
- a Box Hill Institute booth at an education exhibition
- or direct to Box Hill Institute
See how to apply or contact the international office for more information.
Pathways & Accreditation
After successful completion, you may wish to apply for entry into a relevant Advanced Diploma qualification.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 5
Fees
| Tuition Fee Type | Estimated Fee |
| International Fee | $8,365.00 |
| Service Fees | Estimated Annual Fees |
| Service & Amenities* | $155.00 |
| Core Skills Support** | $75.00 |
| Annual Material Fees | $528.00 |
| Retain Course Items*** | No fee applies |
** Does not apply to VETDSS, International students, Short Courses, Graduate Degrees , or re-enrolling students who re-enrol in the same course.
***Retained Course Items are purchased by the student once prior to commencing. The course items bought by the student become the property of the student. Such items retain a generic application for other purposes outside the student's course of study (e.g. textbooks).
Annual student tuition & material fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees listed are for 2019 and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. Advertised start dates and delivery locations are subject to viable student numbers. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.
Course Structure
You are required to undertake compulsory work placement component. A list of prospective employers will be provided to assist you in finding work placement. It is your responsibility to contact these employers to secure the practical workplace.
You will need to complete 12 units.
- AURAFA007 DEVELOP AND DOCUMENT SPECIFICATIONS AND PROCEDURES40.0 hours
- AURETU006 DIAGNOSE COMPLEX FAULTS IN AIR CONDITIONING AND HVAC SYSTEMS50.0 hours
- AURETE001 ANALYSE AND EVALUATE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC FAULTS IN ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS60.0 hours
- AURLTQ003 ANALYSE AND EVALUATE FAULTS IN LIGHT VEHICLE TRANSMISSION AND DRIVELINE SYSTEMS60.0 hours
- AURETB002 ANALYSE AND EVALUATE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC FAULTS IN DYNAMIC CONTROL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS60.0 hours
- MSMENV472 IMPLEMENT AND MONITOR ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE WORK PRACTICES40.0 hours
- AURETR033 DEVELOP AND APPLY NETWORK ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS80.0 hours
- AURLTE003 ANALYSE AND EVALUATE FAULTS IN LIGHT VEHICLE ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEMS60.0 hours
- AURLTD007 ANALYSE AND EVALUATE FAULTS IN LIGHT VEHICLE STEERING AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS60.0 hours
- AURETA006 ANALYSE AND EVALUATE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC FAULTS IN AIR CONDITIONING AND HVAC SYSTEMS60.0 hours
- AURTTA022 DEVELOP AND APPLY MECHANICAL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS60.0 hours
- AURAFA006 CONDUCT RESEARCH AND PRESENT TECHNICAL REPORTS40.0 hours
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