Qualification: AUR50126 Diploma of Automotive Management

Qualification CRICOS Code: 120395M

Entry Requirement:

There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Datum College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:

• Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 6.0 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Datum College is able to provide.
• Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
• Have successfully completed Australian year 10 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
• Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
• Student must have access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
• Student must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet.

Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete LLN test on the orientation day to assist Datum College to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study with Datum College.

Students must complete their practicals in the Datum College’s AUR facilities (nominated automotive workshop) or as advised otherwise.

We are fully committed to remain transparent on the mode of delivery, resources available to students, methods of assessment and how assessment in simulated environment will be managed. We ensure that:

• Students are treated fairly and reasonably.
• Any adjustments to courses are transparent and communicated clearly to students.
• All adjustments to course delivery, the process for informing and seeking students’ consent, and information relevant to individual students is documented and retained.

Total Core Units: 6

Total Electives Units: 6

Mode of Delivery: Face to face (blended)

Workshop Address:

Melbourne : 210 William Street, St. Albans VIC 3021

Sydney : Unit 50, 7 Hoyle Avenue, Castle Hill NSW 2154

Location of course:

Melbourne : 11 – 17 Jeffcott Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003

289 – 293 Barkly Street, Footscray VIC 3011

Sydney : Level 4, 579 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007

Course Fees:

Total Course Fee: AUD 15,000

Tuition Fee: AUD 14,000

Material Fee: AUD 750

Application Fee: AUD 250 (non-refundable)

Total Course Duration: 52 weeks, including 44 study weeks and 8 weeks of holidays.

Pathways:

Once students have successfully completed AUR50126 Diploma of Automotive Management, they can apply for jobs within the automotive industry which can include Automotive Warehouse Manager, Customer Service Manager (Automotive), Automotive Services/Repair Manager, Purchasing Manager, Automotive Aftermarket Manager, Automotive Retail Sales Manager, Dealer Principal, Operations Manager, Automotive Purchasing Manager, Area Manager, Automotive Workshop Manager, Workplace Manager, Parts Manager, Marketing Manager.

The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

• Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma from another endorsed Training Package or accredited course
• Bachelor of Automotive Engineering or related higher education subject to meeting entry requirements of the intended qualification.

Course Structure:

A total of 12 Units (6 Core and 6 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification AUR50126 Diploma of Automotive Management. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 12 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification

Code	Title	Core/ Elective
AURAEA004	Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace	Core
AURAMA005	Manage complex customer issues in an automotive workplace	Core
AURAMA006	Contribute to planning and implementing business improvement in an automotive workplace	Core
BSBFIN501	Manage budgets and financial plans	Core
BSBLDR522	Manage people performance	Core
BSBWHS521	Ensure a safe workplace for a work area	Core
BSBESB406	Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures	Elective
BSBMKG552	Design and develop marketing communication plans	Elective
BSBOPS502	Manage business operational plans	Elective
BSBPEF501	Manage personal and professional development	Elective
BSBTWK502	Manage team effectiveness	Elective
BSBLDR523	Lead and manage effective workplace relationships	Elective

Assessment Methodology

Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:

• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Report writing
• Role plays/observations
• Workshop assessment

At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.

Facilities and Resources

The recommended textbook for this course is:

Automotive Technology A Systems Approach (Publisher: Cengage, 7th Edition)

Automotive Workshop

Datum College ensures that the training delivered is to be at the standards expected of a real workplace environment. This program is delivered at our automotive workplace facilitates located at 210 William Street, St. Albans VIC 3121 (for VIC students) and at Unit 50, 7 Hoyle Avenue, Castle Hill NSW 2054 (for NSW students).

The facility meets the requirements of the training package. The workplace is fully functional Automotive workshop. With fully functional workshop, students will be able to develop their skills in a ‘real-time’ automotive service delivery environment. The automotive workshop is suitable for 4+ cars equipped with Four Vehicle Hoists installed. The workshop has been assessed for WHS and equipment to ensure that it meets the resource and equipment list required for the qualification as well as the number of students proposed. 

The practical time will be allocated through detailed timetabling and will provide access for students to undertake practical training and assessment in a workshop environment. The simulated environment that will be in place for all units of competency will allow students to:

• Use facilities, equipment and materials that meet current industry standards
• Plan and prioritise multiple tasks to meet deadlines
• Experience the typical workflow for automotive tasks
• Work with others as part of a team
• Manage workflow and access to equipment
• Implementation of simulated environments will be monitored and improved as required through validation activities

 

Further Information

For all further details, please refer to International Student Handbook available on www.datum.edu.au for all related policies and procedures and other important information related to international students including living cost, life and study in Melbourne, etc.

Please contact the Administration Manager at admissions@datum.edu.au or at +61 (3) 9958 6666 for further information.