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Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology

AUR30820

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On Campus & Online
Block Release On Campus & Online Classes

Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology - AUR30820

Course Overview

Learn to repair and service motorcycles with Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology.

Students will learn to diagnose and repair issues with motorcycles, including braking and steering systems, and gain skills in welding, heating, and cutting.

Students will also learn important workplace safety skills so they're prepared for life in a real mechanics workshop.

Careers & study pathways

Where can this course take me?

This course prepares graduates to work in the automotive service and repair industry as Automotive Motorcycle Repair Technicians.

Further study

After graduating, students might like to undertake further study in:

  • AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
  • AUR40820 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling

Course details

Upcoming dates and times

Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.

Open From: 29-Mar-2024 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Tuesday & Thursday - 8.00am - 4.30pm - On Campus & Online

Open From: 29-Jun-2024 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Tuesday & Thursday - 8.00am - 4.30pm - On Campus & Online

Open From: 21-Sep-2024 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Tuesday & Thursday - 8.00am - 4.30pm - On Campus & Online

Open From: 29-Mar-2024 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Online Classes

Open From: 29-Jun-2024 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Online Classes

Open From: 21-Sep-2024 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - Block Release On Campus & Online Classes

Study units

Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.

This course requires a total of 36 units: 23 core and 13 elective.

  • AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  • AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  • AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits
  • AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  • AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems
  • AURJTB101 Diagnose and repair motorcycle braking systems
  • AURJTD103 Diagnose and repair motorcycle suspension systems
  • AURJTD104 Diagnose and repair motorcycle steering systems
  • AURJTE101 Diagnose and repair motorcycle engines
  • AURJTE103 Inspect and service motorcycle engines
  • AURJTE104 Diagnose and repair motorcycle engine management systems
  • AURJTQ102 Diagnose and repair motorcycle driveline systems
  • AURJTR102 Diagnose and repair motorcycle charging systems
  • AURJTR103 Diagnose and repair motorcycle starting systems
  • AURJTR104 Diagnose and repair motorcycle dynamic control systems
  • AURJTX101 Diagnose and repair motorcycle clutch systems
  • AURJTX102 Diagnose and repair motorcycle manual transmissions
  • AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
  • AURTTB101 Inspect and service braking systems
  • AURTTC103 Diagnose and repair cooling systems
  • AURTTF101 Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
  • AURTTF106 Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems
  • AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
  • AURJTJ002 Remove, inspect, repair and refit motorcycle tyres and tubes
  • AURJTX103 Diagnose and repair motorcycle automatic transmissions
  • AURLTD104 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
  • AURLTD105 Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
  • AURLTZ101 Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
  • AURTTA017 Carry out vehicle safety inspections
  • AURTTA104 Carry out servicing operations
  • AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
  • AURTTF102 Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
  • AURTTK001 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
  • AURTTQ103 Inspect and service drive shafts
  • AURTTZ102 Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
  • AURVTW018 Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting

Attendance & commitment

Apprenticeship face-to-face delivery | 3 years course length | Part-time study load

  • Students must attend at least 80% of the course delivery days.
  • Students will attend 7-week blocks per year.
  • On these weeks, classes will run from 8am - 4:30pm.

Assessment methods

Assessment methods may include:

  • Knowledge questions
  • Practical demonstrations

Before you begin

Entry requirements

GOTAFE entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants:

  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
  • Prospective Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract prior to applying for this course.

Student resources

Students must have:

  • A laptop/computer with internet access, including access to YouTube.
  • Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
  • General stationary (pens, pencils, rulers).
  • Media player.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

  • Aspirations/career goals
  • Educational attainment and capability
  • Literacy and numeracy skills
  • Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

  • Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Fees and payments

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

1. Subsidised Apprentice
$3,719.00
2. Subsidised Apprentice (Concession)
$744.00
3. Full Fee
$19,296.00
Course Materials
$754.00
Student Services Fees (per year)
$100.00

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.

Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:

  • are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2024 and may change without notice.
  • will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.

Course Fees consist of 3 different components:

  1. Student Tuition Fee - cover the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
    1. an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
    2. an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
    3. ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
  2. Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts, and booklets, e-Learning resources, and associated license access fees and excursions.
  3. Student Services Fee (SSF) - contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.

Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options

Student support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Learning support

A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.

Learn more about our learning support services

Library

Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.

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Jobs and study options

Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.

Support for personal issues

We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

Find out how the Student Experience Team can help you

Disability support

Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.

Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors

Counselling services

We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.

Learn about our Student Wellbeing Advisors

Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.

Nationally Recognised Training

This course is government accredited and has national recognition.

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