TAFE SA
48 months
This 48-month apprenticeship-based Certificate III equips you with hands-on skills in agricultural machinery repair, heavy vehicle servicing, and electronic systems. Perfect for those seeking careers as agricultural technicians in mechanical workshops, farms, and stations across Australia.
You must have a contract of training with an employer to enrol in this course. Completion of a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment (LLND) is required. Access to a computer with an internet connection is needed for blended learning options. No prior formal qualifications are required, but a genuine interest in automotive and agricultural machinery is essential.
The course covers 21 core units and 15 elective units across multiple competency areas. Core subjects include engine systems, transmissions, braking systems, steering systems, electrical and electronic systems, and hydraulic systems. Students learn to diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines, diesel fuel injection systems, mobile plant braking systems, final drive assemblies, and hydraulic systems. Additional core competencies include servicing operations, diagnostic testing strategies, charging systems, cooling systems, powershift transmissions, starting systems, and environmental sustainability practices. Elective units allow specialisation in areas such as air conditioning systems, automotive electrical systems, engine management systems, and advanced transmission types.
TAFE SA is a leading vocational education provider with extensive automotive facilities and experienced lecturers knowledgeable across multiple specialisations. The institution offers smaller class sizes with one-on-one treatment, comprehensive hands-on training with modern equipment, and strong industry connections that help graduates secure employment. With 90% graduate satisfaction rates and 87% recommending their training, TAFE SA demonstrates commitment to quality vocational education and student success.
Graduates are well-positioned for careers as agricultural technicians, automotive mechanics, heavy vehicle technicians, and plant machinery technicians. Employment opportunities exist in automotive retail and service industries, agricultural properties and stations, mechanical workshops, and equipment repair facilities across Australia. The qualification opens pathways to further study in automotive technology diplomas and specialised technical certifications, enabling career progression into supervisory and management roles within the automotive and agricultural sectors.
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