Automotive Mechanics
How To Become
- When looking to start your apprenticeship, an Apprenticeship Network provider or Group Training Organisation in your area can help you find a host employer.
- While completing your apprenticeship, there are a number of formal training options to supplement your on-the-job training. The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR30616) has a particular focus on light vehicles.
- In order to give roadworthy assessments you need to function as a Licenced Vehicle Tester (LVT), which requires you to complete further accredited training.
Overview
Automotive Mechanics (also known as Auto Mechanics) are qualified to maintain, test and repair petrol engines and the mechanical parts of motor vehicles. This may include identifying faults and ensuring the smooth function of transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes.
Working Arrangements
- Around 90% of people employed as Automotive Mechanics work full-time hours, in all their jobs combined.
- Full-time workers work an average of 44 hours per week in their main job.
Annual Average Salaries
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AIBT
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology + Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
Duration: 2 years
State: New South Wales, Queensland
Paragon Polytechnic
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology + Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis + Diploma of Automotive Management
Duration: 3 years
State: Victoria
Reach Community College
National Polytechnic of Australia
National Polytechnic of Australia
Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Duration: 92 weeks
State: Tasmania, New South Wales, Victoria
National Polytechnic of Australia
National Polytechnic of Australia
National Polytechnic of Australia
Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology + Certificate IV In Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis + Diploma Of Automotive Management
Duration: 3,5 years
State: New South Wales, Victoria