Automotive Studies

This course provides the opportunity to learn about the various components and systems of a modern car and to practice generic mechanical tasks that are encountered in the automotive industry

About Automotive Studies

 

Year 1

UB Tec Certificate II in Automotive course provides the opportunity to learn about the various components and systems of a modern car and to practice generic mechanical tasks that are encountered in the automotive industry. The course includes a 160 hour work placement component to acclimatise students to industry conditions and challenges.

 

What will I study Year 1?

Certificate II in Automotive units                  

Apply safe working practices

Carry out industry research

Job seeking skills

Remove & replace a clutch assembly

Remove & replace a conventional engine assembly

Dismantle & assemble a four stroke multi-cylinder petrol engine

Dismantle & assemble a carburettor

Dismantle & assemble a fuel pump

Dismantle & assemble a manual transmission (transaxle)

Use & maintain workplace tooling & equipment

Remove & replace suspension front springs

Remove & replace wheel & tyre assemblies

Recharge batteries

Operate electrical test equipment

Construct basic electronic circuits

Remove & replace steering assembly

* Units are subject to change

 

Pathways

The pathways from this course are into Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Servicing in UBTec, Certificate III in Engineering or directly into an apprenticeship.

 

Year 2

UB Tec Certificate II in Automotive Vehicle Servicing is offered in the second year of the UB Tec program to support the knowledge & skills gained in the Certificate II in Automotive Technology and further develop the practical skills needed in the workshop. The course uses nationally based competencies that can be directly credited to an apprenticeship and it provides the opportunity to develop additional skills in new topics. These skills will make UB Tec graduates ‘work ready’ and attractive to prospective employers.

 

What will I study Year 2?

Certificate II in Automotive (Vehicle Servicing) units               

Apply safe work practices

Inspect & service cooling systems

Inspect & service engines

Apply basic troubleshooting process

Service petrol fuel systems

Inspect & service braking systems

Carry out wheel alignment

Service final drive (driveline)

Service final drive assemblies

Inspect & service suspension systems

Inspect & service steering systems

Service diesel fuel injector systems

Carry out repairs to single electrical circuits

Inspect & service transmissions (manual)

Inspect & service transmissions (automatic)

Carry out pre-repair operations (mechanical)

Establish relations with customers

Carry out servicing operations

Write routine texts in the workplace

Implement & monitor environmental regulations in the automotive mechanical industry

* Units are subject to change  

 

Pathways

The pathway from this course is into apprenticeship

 

Term Dates 

Term 1 2 February > 3 April 
Term 2 20 April > 26 June 
Term 3 13 July > 18 September 
Term 4 5 October > 13 November

 

Fees 

Tuition fees are set by the Victorian State Government. An Amenities Fee and a Materials Fee are set by the University of Ballarat and students are advised of these when an application is received. Students may be eligible for a concession at the time of enrolment.

 

Further Information 

Call 03 5327 8386 or email ubtec@ballarat.edu.au