| English Language Proficiency | IELTS 5.5 or equivalent test score. |
| Academic requirements | Successful completion of the equivalent of australian year 11 high school studies. |
| Other requirements | Students must be at least 18 years old when they commence studies. |
| Course progression | Students must successfully complete each level before progressing to the next qualification in the program. |
AUTOMOTIVE PATHWAY
Looking for a rewarding career in the automotive industry?
Does knowing what is under the bonnet fascinate you, or ever wonder how fast that vehicle could do a quarter mile? Did you play with Tonka trucks just enjoy tinkering with tools and finding out things work? Then a career in mechanics might just be for you.
Course Information
Qualification 1
Certificate III In Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Course code: AUR30620
CRICOS code: 091600M
Duration:
52 weeks
Start Date:
February & July
IELTS:
5.5 (Overall Score)
Location:
Chisholm Institute, Melbourne
Semester cost:
$8,848
Full course fee:
$17,695
Get the skills you need to land an automotive job that’s in demand! Gain hands-on experience and technical skills to service and repair the mechanical parts of motor vehicles, dismantle, repair and reassemble vehicle components to manufacturer specifications, and diagnose, evaluate, design and modify vehicle systems. Career opportunities include automotive tradesperson and motor mechanic.
Study at Chisholm Institute
Chisholm in south-east Melbourne is one of Victoria’s best vocational education providers. Enjoy a modern learning environment, helpful support services, world-class facilities, and high-quality education and training that leads to real job prospects!
- Vibrant multicultural environment
- Easy access to shopping malls, theatres, a thriving (mostly free) arts scene, and notable night life
- Lower cost of living than Melbourne CBD campuses
- Student-centric region with large pockets of student communities
- Reliable public transport to campus
Qualification 2
Certificate IV In Automotive Mechanical Overhauling
Course code: AUR40216
CRICOS code: 091678M
Duration:
26 weeks
Start Date:
January & July
IELTS:
5.5 (Overall Score)
Location:
Sunraysia institute of TAFE, Mildura
Semester cost:
$7,500
Full course fee:
$7,500
Advanced training for automotive technicians looking to expand their repair and technical skills. Automotive overhaulers dismantle, repair and reassemble vehicle components, including engines, transmissions, final drives, braking, steering and suspension systems. You’ll get equipped to work in the automotive retail, service and repair industry, servicing and repairing vehicles.
Study at Sunraysia Institute of TAFE
SuniTAFE Mildura is located in one of Victoria’s most beautiful regional towns. It offers a great mix of local and international students, small class sizes, state-of-the-art facilities, and comprehensive support services to ensure you get the very best from your time here.
- Friendly, vibrant and welcoming multicultural community
- Friendly, vibrant and welcoming multicultural community
- Personalised study experience from industry experts
- Diploma to degree pathway at La Trobe University in some courses
- Lower cost of living than larger cities
- Abundant local part-time work opportunities
Qualification 3
Diploma of Automotive Technology
Course code: AUR50216
CRICOS code: 091699F
Duration:
26 weeks
Start Date:
January & July
IELTS:
5.5 (Overall Score)
Location:
Sunraysia institute of TAFE, Mildura
Semester cost:
$7,500
Full course fee:
$7,500
The diploma qualification will take you to the top of your field! Diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify vehicle systems. Career paths include service advisor, workshop foreman and workshop controller.
Study at Sunraysia Institute of TAFE
SuniTAFE Mildura is located in one of Victoria’s most beautiful regional towns. It offers a great mix of local and international students, small class sizes, state-of-the-art facilities, and comprehensive support services to ensure you get the very best from your time here.
- Friendly, vibrant and welcoming multicultural community
- Relaxed lifestyle, with quick and easy travel to campus
- Personalised study experience from industry experts
- Diploma to degree pathway at La Trobe University in some courses
- Lower cost of living than larger cities
- Abundant local part-time work opportunities
Entry Requirements
Assistance
Your education agent can assist you to prepare your application. The metropolitan (Melbourne) TAFE Institute, regional TAFE Institute and regional university (where applicable) will work together to assess your application to ensure you meet the academic requirements and Genuine Temporary Entrant criteria.
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Ready to get started? Apply now by contacting Chisholm Institute at international@chisholm.edu.au
Visa Application
The metro-regional pathways are treated as packaged programs of study. This means you will apply once, using a single combined application form (and one set of support documents), for admission to each of the programs in the pathway. In most cases applicants will apply for a visa that covers the entire duration of the pathway. If your application is successful you will receive Letters of Offer for each of the qualifications in the pathway. Individuals applying to complete a metro-regional pathway are committing to relocating to a regional city in order to experience all the benefits on offer.
