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Automotive Qualifications
AUR30320
CERTIFICATE III IN AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
AUR30320
Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for workshop-based Candidates working on the electrical systems of vehicles and machinery across different industry sectors. Candidates for AUR30320 typically work on cars, trucks, caravans, trailers, earthmoving equipment, agricultural equipment and boats. Duties include installing electrical parts, maintaining, and diagnosing faults, repairing electrical wiring, and repairing computer-based vehicle equipment.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Automotive Electrical Technician
- Automotive Electrician
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3211 Automotive Electricians
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321111 Automotive Electrician
AUR30420
Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
AUR30420
Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidate’s that work as mechanics on tractors, harvesters, irrigation and other farming and agricultural equipment.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Agricultural Equipment Mechanic
- Agricultural Mechanical Technician
- Agricultural Service Technician
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
AUR30620
CERTIFICATE III IN LIGHT VEHICLE MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY
AUR30620
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that use diagnostic procedures to determine faults and service and repair motor vehicle mechanical and electrical parts. Candidates work on light vehicle areas such as engines, transmissions (clutch, gearbox and differential), cooling, engine management and suspension systems.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Light Vehicle Mechanical Technician
- Light Vehicle Mechanic
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
AUR31120
Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
AUR31120
Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates working in the automotive service and repair industry as commercial vehicle mechanics on a range of heavy commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses.
A heavy vehicle mechanic maintains, tests and repairs diesel motors and the mechanical parts of trucks, buses and other heavy highway vehicles.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Automotive Heavy Mechanic
- Bus Mechanic
- Diesel Mechanic
- Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
- Truck Mechanic
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
AUR31220
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Mobile Plant Equipment)
AUR31220
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Mobile Plant Equipment)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates working as mobile plant technicians within the automotive service and repair industry. These Candidates will often work within the original equipment manufacturing facilities.
A Mobile Plant Technician assembles, tests and repairs diesel motors and the mechanical parts of dump trucks, bulldozers, drilling rigs and other earthmoving equipment.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Assembly Fitter
- Assembly Technician
- Heavy Diesel Technician
- Mobile Plant Technician
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
- 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
AUR31220
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Forklift)
AUR31220
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Forklift)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidate’s that typically work as forklift servicing technician in the automotive service and repair industry.
A forklift servicing technician assembles, tests and repairs motors, hydraulics and the mechanical parts of forklifts and other load shifting equipment.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Forklift Mechanic
- Forklift Service Technician
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
- 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
AUR31220
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Elevating Work Platform)
AUR31220
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Elevating Work Platform)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that typically work as elevated work platform servicing technicians in the automotive service and repair industry.
An EWP Servicing Technician assembles, tests and repairs motors, hydraulics and the mechanical parts of cherry pickers, scissor lifts, knuckle booms and other elevating work platform equipment.
Common Job Titles Include:
- EWP Mechanic
- EWP Service Technician
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
- 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
AUR32120
Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
AUR32120
Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidate’s that specialise in smash repair of damaged vehicle bodies.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Collision Repairer
- Panel Beater
- Smash Repairer
- Vehicle Body Repair Technician
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3241 Panelbeaters
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 324111 Panelbeater
AUR32420
Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
AUR32420
Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidate’s that are responsible for the finished coatings on cars, commercial vehicles and motorcycles. They prepare panel surfaces, mix paint colours and apply paints to create a high- quality finish that meets the customer’s expectations and industry standards.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Automotive Refinishing Technician
- Automotive Spray Painter
- Vehicle Painter
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3243 Vehicle Painters
ANZSCO Identifiers:
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- 324311 Vehicle Painter
AUR30820
Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology
AUR30820
Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of motorcycles in the automotive service and repair industry.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Motorbike Mechanic
- Motorcycle Mechanic
ANZSCO Groups:
- 3212 Motor Mechanics
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- Motorcycle Mechanic
Engineering Qualifications
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking)
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work in the metal fabrication industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, mining, maintenance and more.
Boilermakers typically assemble, install, and repair boilers, closed vats, and other large vessels or containers that hold liquids and gases.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Boilermaker
- Fabricator
- Heavy Fabricator
- Metal Fabricator
ANZSCO Groups:
- 322300 Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 322311 Metal Fabricator
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Welding)
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Welding)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work in the metal fabrication industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, mining, maintenance and more.
Welders, also known as structural steel and welding trades workers, work with iron and steel. They cut, shape, join, and solder metals together for projects both large and small. They may also repair large structures like ships or buildings or smaller products like watches or furniture.
Common Job Titles Include:
- First Class Welder
- Second Class Welder
- Coded Welder
- Heavy Welder
- Pipe Welder
- Production Welder
- Structural Welder
- Welder
ANZSCO Groups:
- 322300 Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 322313 Welder (First Class)
MEM31922
Certificate III IN Engineering Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work in the metal fabrication industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, mining, maintenance and more.
Boilermaker Welders typically cut, shape, join and repair metal components of iron and steel structures, boilers, pressure vessels and pipes, ships and other vessels.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Boilermaker/Welder
- Pressure Welder
ANZSCO Groups:
- 322300 Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 322311 Metal Fabricator
- 322312 Pressure Welder
- 322313 Welder (First Class)
MEM31922
CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING FABRICATION TRADE (SHEETMETAL WORKING)
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Sheetmetal working)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that make various products using sheetmetal. Their job involves using specifications and equipment like hammers, grinders and torches to shape the metal and then assembling it through welding and bolting.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Ductwork Fabricator
- First Class Sheetmetal Worker
- Sheetmetal Fabricator
- Sheetmetal Welder
- Sheetmetal Worker
ANZSCO Groups:
- 322200 Sheetmetal Trades Workers
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 322211 Sheetmetal Trades Worker
MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Surface finishing)
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MEM31922
Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication Trade (Surface finishing)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work in the surface preparation and coating industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, mining and maintenance.
This qualification covers chemical and mechanical surface preparation, including abrasive blasting to Australian Standard 1627 and protective coating application and inspection to Australian Standard 3894.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Abrasive Blaster
- Blaster Painter
- Industrial Coater
- Industrial Painter
- Industrial Spray Painter
- Marine Painter
- Powder Coater
ANZSCO Groups:
- 322112
- 711211
- 711913
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 322211 Electroplater
- 711211 Industrial Spraypainter
- 711913 Sand Blaster
- 322211 Sheetmetal Trades Worker
MEM30219
CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING MECHANICAL TRADE (FITTING)
MEM30219
Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitting)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that typically work in manufacturing or engineering plants where they manufacture and install mechanical machinery and equipment, as well as maintaining and keeping existing equipment operational. Mechanical Fitters work in such areas as oil and gas, manufacturing, marine, mining and maintenance.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Fitter
- Pipe Fitter
- Mechanical Fitter
- Maintenance Fitter
- Workshop Fitter
ANZSCO Groups:
- 323200 Metal Fitters and Machinists
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 323211 Fitter (General)
- 323213 Fitter-Welder
MEM30219
Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitting/ Machining)
MEM30219
Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Fitting/ Machining)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work as a Fitter and Turner or Fitter Machinist in the mechanical engineering industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, mining, maintenance, food processing and more.
A Fitter and Turner is responsible for interpreting engineering drawings to be able to construct, assemble, manufacture and fit parts of machines and assemblies. They are also responsible for maintaining and repairing different types of machinery.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Fitter Machinist
- Fitter and Turner
- Pattern Maker
- Toolmaker
- Tool and Die Maker
ANZSCO Groups:
- 323200 Metal Fitters and Machinists
- 323400 Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 323212 Fitter and Turner
- 323299 Metal Fitters and Machinists nec
- 323411 Engineering Patternmaker
- 323412 Toolmaker
MEM30219
CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING MECHANICAL TRADE (MACHINING)
MEM30219
Certificate III in Engineering Mechanical Trade (Machining)
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work as a machinist in the mechanical engineering industry in areas such as oil and gas, marine, mining, maintenance, food processing and more.
A machining specialist studies drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method, sequence of operations and machine settings on a variety of material shaping machines. They also fit fabricated components into assemblies, use precision measuring equipment to check for accuracy and tolerances, shape cutting tools and perform maintenance tasks on the machines.
Common Job Titles Include:
- First Class Machinist
- CNC Lathe Operator
- CNC Machinist
- Manual Machinist
- Machinist
- Milling Machinist
- Turner
ANZSCO Groups:
- 323200 Metal Fitters and Machinists
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 323214 Metal Machinist (First Class)
MEM31419
CERTIFICATE III IN ENGINEERING - FIXED AND MOBILE PLANT MECHANIC
MEM31419
Certificate III in Engineering - Fixed and Mobile Plant Mechanic
Overview:
This qualification is for Candidates that work as diesel fitting and plant mechanics within metal, engineering, manufacturing, and associated industries such as oil and gas, mining, maintenance more.
The skills associated with this qualification are intended to apply to a wide range of trade work including manufacturing, assembly and commissioning of mobile and stationary plant, servicing, diagnosis and rectification of faults, condition monitoring and preventative maintenance.
Common Job Titles Include:
- Diesel Fitter
- Diesel Mechanic
- Electrical Diesel Fitter
- Electrical Diesel Mechanic
- Fixed Plant Mechanic
- HD Mechanic
- HD Fitter
- Heavy Diesel Fitter
- Heavy Duty Fitter
- Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter
- Plant Mechanic
ANZSCO Groups:
- 323200 Metal Fitters and Machinists
ANZSCO Identifiers:
- 323211 Fitter (General)
