Award in Automotive Maintenance Technician (Mahara)
Program Description
Level 4 Award in Automotive Maintenance Technician aims to develop learners’ practical competence in diagnosing and repairing key automotive systems and performing professional work processes relevant to automotive service and maintenance roles. The program supports the development of applied technical skills across a range of automotive systems, enabling learners to use technical information, tools, and diagnostic equipment effectively. Learners also develop the ability to complete quality checks, documentation, and work activities in line with industry expectations, supporting progression into automotive service and maintenance contexts.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduates will be able to:
1. Prepare for and diagnose automotive system faults
2. Repair and replace automotive systems components
3. Apply workplace health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
4. Use technical information, tools, and diagnostic equipment
5. Complete quality checks, documentation, and professional work processes
Completion Requirements
Students seeking the Award in Automotive Maintenance Technician qualification must successfully complete mandatory core 30 credit courses and English non-credit courses.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AMT 101 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Petrol Engines | 4 |
| AMT 102 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Steering Systems | 4 |
| AMT 103 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Suspension Systems | 4 |
| AMT 104 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Hydraulic Braking Systems | 4 |
| AMT 105 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems | 4 |
| AMT 106 | Diagnose and Repair Automotive Engine Management Systems | 4 |
| AMT 107 | Diagnose and Repair Automatic Transmissions | 4 |
| AMT 108 | Explore the Knowledge and Skills of Codes and Standards in Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Recommended Sequence of Study
Award in Automotive Maintenance Technician (Mahara)
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| AMT 101 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Petrol Engines | 4 |
| AMT 102 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Steering Systems | 4 |
| AMT 103 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Suspension Systems | 4 |
| AMT 104 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Hydraulic Braking Systems | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| AMT 105 | Diagnose and Repair Vehicle Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems | 4 |
| AMT 106 | Diagnose and Repair Automotive Engine Management Systems | 4 |
| AMT 107 | Diagnose and Repair Automatic Transmissions | 4 |
| AMT 108 | Explore the Knowledge and Skills of Codes and Standards in Mechanical Engineering | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 14 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |