GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
3 years
Master agricultural machinery repair and maintenance in this 3-year apprenticeship. Learn to diagnose, repair, and service agricultural equipment including hydraulic systems, engines, and transmissions while developing welding and technical skills for a career in automotive service and repair.
Applicants must complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to demonstrate required literacy and numeracy levels. A Pre-training Review interview is required to ensure the course suits your needs and that you are likely to complete successfully. Prospective apprenticeship or traineeship students must apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organize an apprenticeship contract before applying. Students must have access to a laptop/computer with internet, digital camera or video camera, general stationery, and protective enclosed footwear.
The course comprises 36 units (21 core and 15 elective) covering comprehensive automotive and agricultural mechanical skills. Core units include responding to customer needs, environmental and safety practices, electrical circuit testing and repair, battery diagnosis, charging and starting systems, heavy vehicle engine diagnosis, diesel fuel injection systems, mobile plant hydraulic and braking systems, steering and final drive assemblies, powershift transmissions, servicing operations, diagnostic strategies, cooling systems, and tool maintenance. Elective units offer specialization in compression ignition engines, heavy vehicle systems, hydrostatic transmissions, oxyacetylene welding, and gas metal arc welding.
GOTAFE is a government-accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3094) with national recognition. The institute offers flexible apprenticeship delivery across multiple campuses in Northern Victoria, combining block-release on-campus training with workplace experience. GOTAFE provides comprehensive student support services including learning support, disability accommodations, counselling, and career guidance to ensure student success.
Graduates are prepared to work as agricultural machinery technicians in the automotive service and repair industry. Career opportunities include positions as mechanics, service technicians, or field technicians specializing in agricultural equipment. Further study options include Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis (AUR40216) or Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling (AUR40820) for career advancement and specialization.
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