Automotive Mechanic
Cert III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, Cert IV in Mechanical Diagnosis
Medium and Long Term Strategic Occupations List (MLTSSL)
The Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology prepares students to undertake various tasks in the light vehicle industry.
The Certificate IV in Mechanical Diagnosis deepens these skills, offering more detailed knowledge of mechanics.
During the course, you will learn about many aspects of automotive mechanics, including how to identify complex problems in light vehicle gasoline engines, electronic spark ignition systems, and braking systems.
To obtain a positive assessment of your skills, you must have the Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or the Certificate III in Automotive Heavy Mechanical Technology.
If you take this course and participate in the job readiness program, you may be able to take the assessment without needing a sponsoring employer and without needing to live in a regional area.
About the course
Duration: 12 to 24 months
Cost: Between $10,000 and $15,000 per year
Intake: Monthly
Cidades: Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney
Requirements
1) Students must be at least 18 years of age.
2) Academic requirement: Completion of Australian Year 10 OR international equivalent for Certificate III, and Australian Year 11 OR completion of Certificate III Light for Certificate IV.
3) It is mandatory to present proof of your English level.
- Accepted tests: IELTS, PTE, among others.
- Example: IELTS with a minimum overall score of 6.0, and no band below 5.5 (or equivalent).
- The test must be valid (taken within the last 2 years) at the time of visa application.
- Some educational institutions offer an in-house English test (taken at the school itself) that can be used to prove the required level of English.
Exemptions:
You may be exempt from the English language requirement if:
– are a citizen and hold a passport from the United Kingdom, USA, Canada, New Zealand or Ireland.
– are enrolled in a major course that is a registered school course, an intensive English language course (ELICOS), a course registered to be taught in another language, or a registered postgraduate research course.
– have studied for at least 5 years in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, United Kingdom, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or Ireland.
Job market
Graduates will be qualified professionals in the automotive industry and will have skills in various areas of mechanics, including:
- Repair air brake systems
- Repair steering systems
- Workplace safety
- Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle systems
- Maintain brakes, cooling systems, and fuel systems
- Maintain hydraulic systems
- Test and repair basic electrical systems
- Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment
Score to Immigrate
This is the minimum score that this profession was called in the last rounds of invitations for the 189 visa:
Motor Mechanic (General) (ANZSCO 321211)
November 7, 2024: 85 points
September 5, 2024: 90 points
June 13, 2024: 95 points
Information taken from the Home Affairs website.