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Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology

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AUR31120

You have spent years maintaining the heavy vehicles that keep Australia moving, mastering the complexities of heavy rigid and combination trucks. Your expertise in compression ignition engines, air braking systems, and heavy-duty diagnostics is a significant professional achievement. RPL It is currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations for this qualification, and we invite you to register your interest to be notified as soon as this pathway becomes available.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of heavy commercial vehicles in the automotive service and repair sector. 

Qualification Code

AUR31120

Training Package

AUR — Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package

AQF Level

Certificate III

Total Units

36 (22 core + 14 elective)

Entry Requirements

Nil.

RPL It Status: Not yet available — Registering interest

Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

RoleResponsibilities
Heavy Commercial Vehicle TechnicianOverhauling, testing, and repairing mechanical components of heavy rigid and combination vehicles.
Fleet Maintenance MechanicConducting routine servicing and preventative maintenance for transport and logistics fleets.
Diesel Engine SpecialistFocusing on the diagnosis and repair of high-capacity compression ignition engine systems.

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

  • ✓A detailed CV outlining your experience in heavy commercial workshops
  • ✓Employer references verifying your technical competency and time on the tools
  • ✓Position descriptions detailing your responsibilities with heavy vehicle fleets
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Diagnostics & Electrical

  • ✓Records of diagnostic test strategies for engine management systems
  • ✓Documentation of testing and repairing basic electrical and charging circuits
  • ✓Reports on battery replacement and jump-start procedures for heavy vehicles
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Heavy Braking & Systems

  • ✓Service logs for heavy vehicle air braking and dynamic control systems
  • ✓Repair records for heavy vehicle steering and suspension components
  • ✓Evidence of inspecting and servicing drive shafts and final drive assemblies
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Engine & Emissions

  • ✓Maintenance records for heavy vehicle compression ignition engines
  • ✓Service reports for diesel fuel injection and forced-induction systems
  • ✓Documentation of diagnosing and repairing vehicle emission control systems
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Safety & Workplace

  • ✓Completed Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) and safety logs
  • ✓Evidence of following environmental and sustainability best practices
  • ✓Logs detailing the maintenance of workshop tools and hydraulic equipment
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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

Is this qualification currently available through RPL It?▾
We are currently in the process of establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to offer the Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology. While the pathway is not yet active, registering your interest ensures you will be the first to know when we can begin guiding you through the recognition process.
Why should I register my interest?▾
Registering allows us to keep you informed of our progress. Once a partnership with a suitable RTO is finalised, we can begin a free skills review to determine if your experience aligns with the 36 units required for this qualification, saving you time once the process opens.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾
Yes. A qualification achieved through Recognition of Prior Learning is issued by a Registered Training Organisation and carries the same national weight as one earned through traditional classroom study. The only difference is how you demonstrate your competency.
Can I use experience from working on heavy combination trucks?▾
Absolutely. This qualification is specifically designed for those working in the heavy commercial sector, including heavy rigid and heavy combination vehicles. Evidence of your work on these larger systems is exactly what an assessor will look for.
What if I have specialised experience in air brakes or hydraulics?▾
Specialised skills are highly valuable in the RPL process. Evidence of your work on air braking systems, hydraulic systems, and diesel fuel injection can be used to demonstrate competency in both core and elective units within the AUR31120 framework.
What does registering my interest mean?▾
Registering your interest means you'd like to be notified when this qualification becomes available through RPL. There's no commitment — we'll contact you when an RTO partnership is confirmed for this qualification.
Why isn't this qualification available yet?▾
RPL It works with partner RTOs to deliver qualifications. We're currently exploring RTO partnerships for this qualification. Registering your interest helps us prioritise which qualifications to focus on next.
What happens after I register my interest?▾
You'll receive a confirmation, and we'll keep your details on file. When a partner RTO is confirmed for this qualification, we'll contact you with next steps — including how to start your free skills review.
Can I still do a free skills review for this qualification?▾
Yes. A free skills review helps you understand whether your experience aligns with the qualification requirements, regardless of whether an RTO partner is currently available. It's a useful first step while you wait.

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AUR10120

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AUR22021

Certificate II

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Certificate II

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AUR20220

Certificate II

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