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Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology
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AUR30720
Your years in the workshop maintaining and repairing small engines represent a deep level of technical expertise. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to provide a streamlined recognition pathway for the Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology. Please register your interest today to be notified as soon as this qualification becomes available for assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a broad range of tasks in the outdoor power equipment retail, service and repair industry.
Qualification Code
AUR30720
Training Package
AUR — Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
38 (17 core + 21 elective)
Entry Requirements
Nil.
National Register
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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:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Outdoor Power Equipment Technician | Diagnosing and repairing small engines for equipment like lawnmowers, chainsaws, and brush cutters in a retail or service centre. |
| Small Engine Mechanic | Performing complex overhauls and routine servicing on a variety of petrol and cordless electric outdoor tools. |
| Workshop Supervisor | Leading a team of technicians and managing service schedules in a specialized power equipment repair business. |
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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:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
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:
Work History & Roles
- ✓A detailed resume outlining your experience in small engine mechanics
- ✓Position descriptions for outdoor power equipment technician roles
- ✓Employment references from workshop managers or business owners
Engine Diagnostics & Overhaul
- ✓Job cards showing engine overhauls and component replacements
- ✓Diagnostic reports for small engine faults and performance issues
- ✓Photos or videos demonstrating engine timing and valve adjustments
Specialist Equipment Service
- ✓Service records for chainsaws, rotary cutters, and line trimmers
- ✓Maintenance logs for pumping and post-hole digging systems
- ✓Repair documentation for cordless electric tool skins and batteries
Workshop Safety & Compliance
- ✓Workplace safety inspection checklists and incident reports
- ✓Waste management and environmental sustainability records
- ✓Tool and equipment maintenance and calibration logs
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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