With this qualification you can perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of underbody systems within the automotive service and repair sector, the job role is referred to as an automotive light vehicle underbody repair technician.
The Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology qualification is made up of 28 units. In most states of Australia, the maximum duration of this apprenticeship is 48 months for full time employees and 72 for part time.
You will learn mostly on the job, in a practical real world way! In addition to this you will be supported with online activities such as reading, research, projects. You will also have assessment work for each unit of learning.
Yes, your trainer will work with you to make sure that you are ready to be assessed in each unit, or cluster of units. You will need to complete your theory assessment, your workplace supervisor will confirm that you have undertaken the tasks as part of your work and then your assessor will observe you at work to confirm your competence. Sometimes you will need to be observed over a number of visits.
The Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology is designed to prepare new employees or recognise and develop existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive light vehicle service and repair sector.
Refer to our Schdeule of Fees or Contact our office (email: info@qat.edu.au Ph: 1300 304 867) for full details.

This course is funded through the Government of South Australia’s WorkReady initiative. Under this government scheme, you may be eligible as an Australian School Based Apprentice (ABSA) or a VET in Schools student under the Training Guarentee for subsidised training courses as QAT is a “WorkReady” Training Provider.
This course is subsidised by the South Australian Governments’ WorkReady initiative for eligible students. Only students who meet the eligibility criteria, in adition to the following condition, will qualify for subsidised training.
● Training Contract – A student signed into a training contract with an employer i.e. an Apprentice.
For more information on “WorkReady” go to : www.skills.sa.gov.au To see if you are eligible for subsidised training courses go to the following link.
http://www.skills.sa.gov.au/training-learning/check-your-eligibility
Alternatively, contact our office (email: info@qat.edu.au Ph: 1300 304 867) and we can assist with determining your eligiblity.
The Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology is a great pathway into a Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or a Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling as part of an apprenticeship, and yes, we can help get you there.
AURASA002 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURSCA001 Select and supply automotive parts and products
BSBPRO401 Develop product knowledge
AURAFA003 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURACA001 Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
AURAMA001 Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
AURTTK002 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURTTK001 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
AURETR025 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURLTJ003 Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies
AURLTJ002 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes
AURLTJ001 Select light vehicle tyres and wheels for specific applications
AURTTJ001 Balance wheels and tyres
AURTTD002 Inspect and service steering systems
AURTTD004 Inspect and service suspension systems
AURTTB001 Inspect and service braking systems
AURTTJ002 Remove, inspect and refit wheel hubs and associated brake components
AURETR012 Test and repair basic electrical circuits
AURATA001 Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes
AURLTB003 Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
AURLTD005 Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
AURLTD004 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
AURTTQ003 Inspect and service drive shafts
AURLTQ002 Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts
AURLTX003 Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems
AURTTZ002 Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
AURTTA018 Carry out diagnostic procedures
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