Polytechnic Victoria
Diploma of Automotive Technology
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) This qualification reflects the role of individuals who diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify vehicle systems in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.Delivery mode
Polytechnic Victoria offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 147 Islington St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Must be at least 18 years of age or over at the time of commencement of the course.
- Completed Year 12 (Australian) or equivalent.
- Overseas students must meet Student Visa requirements and provide evidence of English Language proficiency with a minimum score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent or study minimum of 6 weeks of upper intermediate level ELICOS at approved ELT centre.
- Students enroling in this course (Subject to assessment level of the student’s country) are required to have completed AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling.
- Prospective students seeking for enrolment at Polytechnic Victoria will have to successfully complete a placement test at the required ACSF level of qualification that provides Polytechnic Victoria insight into student’s capability and helps it make a decision on whether the student possess sufficient LLN skills to pursue the qualification they are looking to be enrolled in.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Automotive Technology will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
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...
Diagnostic Technician
A Diagnostic Technician performs tests on motor vehicles and other machines to determine the cause of problems. You might gather details on problem...
Service Manager
A Service Manager oversees the daily running of the service department at a mechanical workshop. You’ll ensure vehicles are being serviced correctl...
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...
Mechanical Technician
A Mechanical Technician performs a range of duties in a mechanical workshop. You might carry out tests on automotive vehicles and identify the caus...
