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Diploma of Automotive Technology

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AUR50216

You have mastered the intricacies of vehicle systems and complex diagnostics through years of dedicated workshop practice. This diploma recognises your ability to analyse, evaluate, and design automotive solutions at a master technician or management level. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer this qualification and invite you to register your interest to be notified as soon as the pathway is available.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who diagnose, analyse, evaluate, design and modify vehicle systems in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

Qualification Code

AUR50216

Training Package

AUR — Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package

AQF Level

Diploma

Total Units

12 (1 core + 11 elective)

Entry Requirements

Yes

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
Automotive Master TechnicianLeading the workshop in diagnosing and resolving the most complex faults in advanced vehicle systems.
Service ManagerOverseeing workshop operations, coordinating technician workflows, and ensuring customer service standards are met.
Technical Service AdvisorProviding expert diagnostic advice to both customers and workshop staff to guide repair procedures.

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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

  • ✓Comprehensive resume detailing senior diagnostic or management roles
  • ✓Position descriptions showing responsibility for technical oversight
  • ✓Letters of reference from workshop owners or industry peers
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Technical Analysis & Evaluation

  • ✓Complex diagnostic reports for engine, transmission, or electrical systems
  • ✓Analysis logs from advanced scan tools and oscilloscopes
  • ✓Evaluation of HEV/BEV or body management system faults
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Design & Documentation

  • ✓Documented specifications for vehicle system modifications
  • ✓Technical reports detailing research and problem-solving procedures
  • ✓Quotes and estimations for major automotive modifications
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Workshop Management

  • ✓Evidence of implementing environmentally sustainable work practices
  • ✓Workplace policies or procedures developed for the workshop
  • ✓Records of technical advice provided to junior technicians or customers
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Prior Qualifications

  • ✓Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis (AUR40216) or equivalent
  • ✓Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling (AUR40816) or equivalent
  • ✓Records of manufacturer-specific master technician training
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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 Australia?▾
We are currently in the process of establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to deliver the Diploma of Automotive Technology. By registering your interest, you will be the first to know when we can begin guiding candidates through this specific RPL pathway.
Why should I register my interest now?▾
Registering your interest allows us to gauge demand and expedite the partnership process with relevant RTOs. It also ensures you are placed on our priority list for a free skills review as soon as the qualification is active on our platform.
Is an RPL qualification the same as one earned through 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 classroom study. It recognises that you have already met the required competency standards through your professional experience.
What are the entry requirements for this Diploma?▾
To undertake the Diploma of Automotive Technology, you must typically hold a Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or Overhauling, or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of high-level technical competency through your professional history.
Does this qualification cover electric and hybrid vehicles?▾
The Diploma includes elective units focused on the analysis and evaluation of electrical and electronic faults in HEV and BEV management systems, reflecting the modern requirements of a master technician.
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.

Related Qualifications

Other qualifications in the Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package.

Certificate I

Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation

AUR10120

Certificate II

Certificate II in Automotive Accessory Fitting

AUR22021

Certificate II

Certificate II in Automotive Administration

AUR20126

Certificate II

Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

AUR20220

Certificate II

Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology

AUR20920

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