Diploma of Automotive Technology

Course Code: AAUR50205 CRICOS Code: 076157F

Duration	Campus and Intake	Fee*
6 Month/s (Students are generally required to complete the Certificate III in Automotive Mechanical Technology prior to commencement of the Certificate IV in Automotive Technology and the Diploma of Automotive Technology. The combined duration of this approved course sequence is 2 years.)	Wantirna (Term 3)	A$6,875 (total for 2012)

*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

About the course

Course Description:

This course provides students with the necessary skills to diagnose, analyse and evaluate faults in automotive vehicle systems. Students acquire the skills and knowledge to successfully work with engine management systems, steering, suspension and braking systems, transmission and driveline systems, and hybrid vehicle systems.

The student will also be competent in reporting analytical findings, making repair recommendations, repairing faults, evaluating repair operations, and developing modifications for electronic systems.

(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time.)

Course Structure:

There are two programs associated with this qualification, a part-time program for local students and a full-time program for international students.

It is expected local students will complete the program by attending classes one night per week during each term for approximately four years. International students will gain this qualification by attending classes for three days per week in one semester.

The course is comprised of one core unit and 11 elective units, chosen in consultation with the automotive industry to meet the current skills requirements of industry.

Units of Study:

Core unit
AURT577620A Develop and document specifications and procedures

Elective units
AURT570193A Analyse and evaluate light vehicle driveline system faults
AURT576620A Develop and apply electronic systems modification
AURT570293A Analyse and evaluate light vehicle engine and fuel system faults
AURT575293A Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in engine management systems
AURT570093A Analyse and evaluate light vehicle steering and suspension system faults
AURT570393A Analyse and evaluate light vehicle braking system faults
AURT575393A Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in transmission/driveline systems
AURT577520A Prepare technical reports
AURT576093A Analyse and evaluate electrical and electronic faults in electric and hybrid vehicle systems
AURT466208A Carry out diagnosis of complex system faults
AURT471782A Plan and manage compliance with environmental regulations in the mechanical repair industry

Major Specialisations:

Automotive light vehicle systems failure specialist.

Employment Outcomes

Career opportunities:

Graduates may find employment in roles such as automotive technician, automotive specialist, advanced diagnostic technician, automotive systems designer, workshop manager or diagnostic specialist.

How To Apply

How to apply:

Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process on our How to Apply page.

English Language Requirements:

Satisfactory completion of the Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level certificate at the Pathways level (EAP 4: Pathways -60%); OR, obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 5.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 527 (with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of 4.5); OR, a TOEFL Computer-based) minimum score of 196 (with Written Writing score of 4.5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 71 with no band less than 18.

Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.

Find Out More

For further information:

Enquire online: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/international/enquiry

Email: international@swinburne.edu.au

Phone:
+613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall 1800 897 973 (within Australia)

Information Sessions:

Visit our Meet Us page to see when we are visiting your home country (or here in Australia).

Scholarships:

A range of scholarships are available to international students, visit our Scholarship Page for details.