South Regional TAFE
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Become a Heavy Diesel Motor Mechanic by mastering diagnostic procedures and repairs on heavy commercial vehicles and plant machinery. This hands-on apprenticeship-based course is ideal for those seeking a practical trade career in the heavy automotive industry.
You must demonstrate technical and mechanical aptitude with good physical fitness for hands-on work. Essential requirements include basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills; good vision and hearing; and the ability to follow Work Health and Safety procedures. You should have good analytical and problem-solving skills, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to work both independently and in teams. School leavers need AQF OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8, or C grades in Year 10 English and Maths. Non-school leavers should have a Certificate I or II. Importantly, you must be employed and registered as an apprentice or trainee before undertaking this course.
Core curriculum includes environmental and sustainability practices in automotive workplaces, safe working practices, and electrical circuit testing and repair. You will study heavy vehicle systems including air braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, compression ignition engines, drive shafts, and emission control systems. Additional modules cover diesel fuel injection systems, engine forced-induction systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, and servicing operations. Elective units allow specialization in areas such as heavy vehicle manual transmissions, clutch systems, mobile plant hydraulics, welding (oxyacetylene, manual metal arc, and gas metal arc), and wheel alignment operations.
South Regional TAFE is a government-funded vocational education provider in Western Australia with multiple campuses across the region. The institution offers industry-aligned training delivered by experienced instructors, with access to modern workshop facilities and equipment. Students benefit from the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative, receiving half-price tuition (capped at $1,200 or $400 for ages 15-24). The provider emphasizes employability skills development and provides support through Learning Resource Centres and digital access to enhance student success.
Upon completion, you will be qualified for roles as a Diesel Motor Mechanic in the heavy automotive and plant machinery industries. Career opportunities include positions with heavy vehicle manufacturers, fleet maintenance operators, mining and construction companies, and independent automotive workshops. Your skills in diagnosing and repairing complex heavy vehicle systems position you for advancement to supervisory roles, specialized technician positions, or business ownership in the automotive sector.
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