Penfold College
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform advanced diagnostic tasks in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.Delivery mode
Penfold College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- level 3/123 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Those undertaking the Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis must have completed an automotive mechanical Certificate III qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent competency.
This course is available to all international students and Penfold College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at a score of at least 6.0 or equivalent or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Advanced level or English for Academic Purposes at Advanced level.
- Successfully meets the requirements and satisfies the criteria of Genuine Student Test.
- Must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet and access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that the Penfold College is able to provide.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent OR minimum of 2 years of industry experience OR be of mature age with sound literacy and numeracy skills.
- Student must obtain a valid Working with Children Check and a AFP National Police Check certificate with no criminal records reported/recorded. These documents are to be obtained by students at their own cost.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis will prepare you for the following roles.
Automotive Mechanic
An Automotive Mechanic performs servicing and maintenance on a range of motor vehicles, including light cars, motorbikes and heavy vehicles. You mi...
Workshop Manager
A Workshop Manager takes care of daily operations in a mechanical workshop. You’ll arrange testing, parts replacements and repairs for a range of v...
Senior Automotive Mechanic
A Senior Automotive Mechanic performs a range of repairs on light vehicles, trucks, motorbikes and other motor vehicles. You’ll supervise a team of...
Motorcycle Mechanic
A Motorcycle Mechanic repairs and services motorcycles. You might work for a specialised workshop, an automotive repairer or for a professional mot...
Agricultural Mechanic
An Agricultural Mechanic performs repair work on agricultural machinery and equipment. You might fix mechanical issues or conduct regular maintenan...
Truck Mechanic
A Truck Mechanic performs servicing and repair work on trucks and other heavy vehicles. You might inspect vehicles to determine problem issues and...
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
A Heavy Vehicle Mechanic carries out mechanical repairs and servicing on vehicles such as trucks and buses. You might identify problem issues and p...
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
A Heavy Diesel Mechanic carries out repairs and maintenance on diesel motors. You’ll specialise in heavy vehicles and will also work with transmiss...
Light Vehicle Mechanic
A Light Vehicle Mechanic repairs and services motor vehicles. You might perform work on a range of vehicles or specialise in a particular car brand...
