Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Automotive Alternative Fuel Technology
Certificate III in Automotive Alternative Fuel Technology
AUR32012
J408
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 17/01/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to install and repair alternative fuel systems and associated systems within the automotive service and repair sector.
Job roles or employment outcomes
The Certificate III in Automotive Alternative Fuel Technology is intended to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light or heavy vehicle service and repair sector.
Job outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
automotive light vehicle repair technicians
automotive heavy vehicle repair technicians
Application
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in twenty three (23) units of competency, consisting of:- eleven (11) core units, plus
- two (2) specialist elective units in one of the selected specialist groups relating to occupational streams, plus
- ten (10) general elective units, of which:
- up ten (10) elective units may be chosen from the elective units list
- up to four (4) elective units may be chosen from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
1. Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF032 | AURASA2002 | Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF385 | AURTTA3018 | Carry out diagnostic procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF372 | AURTTA2004 | Carry out servicing operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF400 | AURTTC2001 | Inspect and service cooling systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF458 | AURTTZ2001 | Inspect and service emission control systems | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WF409 | AURTTE2004 | Inspect and service engines | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF008 | AURAEA3003 | Monitor environmental and sustainability best practice in the automotive mechanical industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF411 | AURTTF2001 | Service petrol fuel systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF092 | AURETR2012 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WF107 | AURETR3025 | Test, charge and replace batteries | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WF421 | AURTTK2002 | Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: CNG Specialist Elective Units
Two (2) units to be completed from one (1) specialist group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF423 | AURTTL3002 | Diagnose and repair CNG fuel systems | 31 | Unit of competency |
| WF422 | AURTTL3001 | Service CNG fuel systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: LNG Specialist Elective Units
Two (2) units to be completed from one (1) specialist group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF426 | AURTTL3005 | Diagnose and repair LNG fuel systems | 31 | Unit of competency |
| WF425 | AURTTL3004 | Service LNG fuel systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: LPG Specialist Elective Units
Two (2) units to be completed from one (1) specialist group.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WF429 | AURTTL3008 | Diagnose and repair LPG fuel systems | 31 | Unit of competency |
| WF428 | AURTTL3007 | Service LPG fuel systems | 30 | Unit of competency |
5. General Elective Units
Up ten (10) units may be chosen from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D790 | AUR30611 | Certificate III in Automotive Specialist | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAD8 | AUR32016 | Certificate III in Automotive Alternative Fuel Technology | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
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