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AUR30620

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Build the practical trade skills and technical knowledge to inspect, diagnose, service and repair modern light vehicles. Delivered as a workplace-based apprenticeship supported by experienced ACTA College trainers across Sydney and Canberra.

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Australian automotive apprentice using a diagnostic scan tool beneath a modern light vehicle on a hoist in a professional workshop

Course Code

AUR30620

Duration

3 Years

Campus

Sydney & Canberra

Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training

About the Qualification

What AUR30620 covers.

AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology gives apprentices the practical skills and technical knowledge to inspect, diagnose, service and repair modern light vehicles.

You'll develop capability across engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, braking, electrical systems, diagnostics and automotive servicing — alongside extensive workplace experience under qualified tradespeople.

Graduates are well prepared for employment throughout Australia's automotive servicing and repair industry, including independent workshops, dealerships and fleet maintenance operations.

Successful completion of the qualification does not automatically guarantee employment or licensing. Any occupational requirements are determined by the relevant state or territory authority.

Course Structure

36

Total Units

20

Core

16

Elective

Delivered in accordance with the current training package. Unit selection may change where permitted under training package transition arrangements.

Who It's For

Who is this qualification for?

School leavers

School leavers commencing an automotive apprenticeship.

Apprentice mechanics

Apprentice light vehicle mechanics building trade capability.

Future automotive workers

People seeking a career in the automotive repair industry.

Existing workshop employees

Workshop employees wanting a nationally recognised qualification.

Dealership apprentices

Automotive dealership apprentices completing structured training.

Fleet maintenance apprentices

Apprentices servicing commercial light vehicle fleets.

Eligible international students

International students meeting entry requirements.

Course Structure

What you'll learn.

AUR30620 consists of 36 nationally recognised units of competency — 20 core units and 16 electives.

Entry Requirements

What you'll need to apply.

Minimum Age 18

Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age to commence nationally recognised light vehicle mechanical training with ACTA College.

Apprenticeship Employment

Applicants must be employed under a formal apprenticeship training contract with a qualified light vehicle mechanical workshop.

LLN Assessment

A Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment confirms readiness to interpret workshop manuals, safety information and diagnostic documentation.

Pre-Training Review

A Pre-Training Review with ACTA College confirms AUR30620 aligns with the apprentice's goals, prior experience and workplace arrangements.

Unique Student Identifier

A valid USI is required for all nationally recognised training delivered in Australia.

Government-Issued ID

Applicants must provide suitable photographic identification during the enrolment process.

Delivery & Assessment

How you'll learn and be assessed.

Workplace Apprenticeship

Structured on-the-job training completed within a qualified light vehicle mechanical workshop, developing real diagnostic, service and repair capability under experienced tradespeople.

Structured Training Plan

A formal training plan agreed between ACTA College, the apprentice and the employer, guiding competency progression throughout the apprenticeship.

Trainer Visits & Supervision

Scheduled workplace trainer visits, on-the-job supervision by qualified tradespeople and ongoing mentoring support throughout the apprenticeship.

Assessment methods may include

  • Practical demonstrations
  • Workplace tasks and observation
  • Third-party workplace evidence
  • Knowledge assessments
  • Projects
  • Written activities

Fees

Course fees.

Apprenticeship fees vary depending on employer arrangements and funding eligibility.

Course Fee

Contact for current fees

Contact ACTA College's enrolment team to confirm current AUR30620 fees, apprenticeship arrangements, funding eligibility and available payment options.

Pathways

Where this qualification can take you.

AUR30620 provides a nationally recognised trade outcome across Australia's automotive servicing and repair industry. Outcomes depend on individual experience and employer requirements.

Step 1

Automotive Apprentice

Step 2

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Step 3

Automotive Technician

Career progression in the automotive industry varies by workplace and state or territory. Role availability and any regulatory requirements are determined by employers and the relevant authorities.

Light Vehicle Mechanic

Inspect, service, diagnose and repair modern light vehicles across independent workshops, service centres and dealership environments.

Automotive Technician

Perform advanced diagnostic, service and repair work on modern petrol and diesel light vehicles using workshop scan tools and manufacturer procedures.

Motor Mechanic

Complete general mechanical repair and servicing work on customer vehicles across a broad range of Australian light vehicle makes and models.

Vehicle Service Technician

Carry out scheduled servicing, logbook maintenance and repair tasks in high-volume automotive service centres.

Automotive Diagnostic Technician

Focus on fault diagnosis across engine management, electrical, braking, transmission and driveability concerns on modern light vehicles.

Fleet Maintenance Technician

Support the servicing, inspection and mechanical repair of commercial light vehicle fleets used by government, corporate and rental operators.

Dealership Technician

Deliver manufacturer-standard servicing, warranty and repair work within franchised automotive dealership workshops.

Where You Can Study

Supported in Sydney and Canberra.

AUR30620 is completed on the job within your employing workshop, with structured workplace training, trainer visits and assessments coordinated by the ACTA College campus supporting your training plan.

ACTA College Sydney Campus

Sydney Campus

Ingleburn, NSW

15/3 Lancaster Street, Ingleburn NSW 2565

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ACTA College Canberra Campus

Canberra Campus

Belconnen, ACT

Cohen Street, Belconnen ACT 2617

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How to Enrol

Three simple steps.

01

Submit an enquiry

Send us your details using the enquiry form or call our team.

02

Confirm your eligibility

We complete your Pre-Training Review, LLN assessment and USI check.

03

Finalise your enrolment

Confirm your apprenticeship arrangements, then complete your enrolment paperwork.

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Frequently Asked Questions

AUR30620 — answered.

Applicants for AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology must be a minimum of 18 years of age, hold a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) and provide suitable government-issued identification at enrolment. Because AUR30620 is delivered as an apprenticeship, applicants must also be engaged in employment with a qualified light vehicle mechanical workplace under a formal training contract. A Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment and Pre-Training Review are conducted with ACTA College to confirm the qualification is suitable for the applicant's goals. International applicants should confirm current visa and study requirements with an ACTA College enrolment adviser before applying.
AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology at ACTA College is typically completed over approximately three years as a workplace-based apprenticeship. Actual completion time depends on the apprentice's workplace exposure, competency progression and the individual training plan agreed between the apprentice, employer and ACTA College. Structured workplace training and trainer visits are scheduled throughout the apprenticeship to support consistent progress toward the nationally recognised outcome.
AUR30620 is delivered as a workplace-based apprenticeship, combining structured on-the-job training in a qualified light vehicle mechanical workshop with scheduled trainer visits and competency-based assessments coordinated by ACTA College. Apprentices develop practical skills servicing, diagnosing and repairing modern light vehicles under the supervision of experienced tradespeople. There is no classroom-only mode for this qualification; the workplace apprenticeship model is essential to meeting the practical requirements of the training package.
The qualification comprises 36 nationally recognised units of competency, made up of 20 core units and 16 elective units. The units cover engine, transmission, steering, suspension, braking, cooling, ignition, charging, starting, fuel and emission-control systems, as well as automotive servicing, diagnostics, workplace safety and environmental practice. The elective units offered form part of ACTA College's published training plan and align with common Australian light vehicle workshop practice.
AUR30620 provides a nationally recognised trade outcome that may prepare graduates for roles as a Light Vehicle Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Motor Mechanic, Vehicle Service Technician, Automotive Diagnostic Technician, Fleet Maintenance Technician or Dealership Technician across the Australian automotive servicing and repair industry. Completion of the qualification does not automatically guarantee employment; role availability, licensing and workplace requirements are determined by employers and relevant regulatory authorities.
Assessment in AUR30620 uses a combination of practical demonstrations, workplace tasks, third-party workplace evidence, knowledge assessments, projects, observation and written activities. Assessment activities are aligned with the requirements of each unit of competency and are designed to confirm apprentices can safely and competently inspect, service, diagnose and repair modern light vehicles in a real workshop environment. ACTA College trainers work closely with employers and apprentices throughout the training plan to guide progression and provide structured feedback.
AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology is supported by ACTA College at both our Sydney campus in Ingleburn NSW and our Canberra campus in Belconnen ACT. As an apprenticeship, the majority of learning is completed on the job within the apprentice's employing workshop, with trainer visits, structured workplace training and assessments coordinated by the ACTA College campus supporting the training plan. Speak with an enrolment adviser to confirm the current arrangements at your preferred location.
No. AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology is delivered by ACTA College as a workplace-based apprenticeship and requires apprentices to be employed under a formal training contract with a qualified light vehicle mechanical workshop. This is because the qualification requires extensive hands-on workplace exposure to real diagnostic, service and repair activities across a wide range of modern light vehicles. Prospective apprentices without a current employer should speak with an ACTA College enrolment adviser about the steps involved in securing an apprenticeship placement.

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