This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a broad range of tasks on a variety of mobile plant vehicles in the automotive service and repair industry. It is suitable for entry into the mining, construction and agricultural environment. Course structure To receive the Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace Test and repair basic electrical circuits Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles Diagnose and repair charging systems Diagnose and repair starting systems Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle compression ignition engines Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle diesel fuel injection systems Inspect, service and repair track type drive and support systems Diagnose and repair mobile plant hydraulic systems Diagnose and repair mobile plant braking systems Diagnose and repair mobile plant steering systems Diagnose and repair mobile plant final drive assemblies Diagnose and repair power shift transmissions Carry out servicing operations Inspect and service hydraulic systems Carry out diagnostic procedures Diagnose and repair cooling systems Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace Diagnose and repair hydrostatic transmissions Career opportunities The Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology prepares new employees or recognizes and develops existing workers performing mechanical work in the automotive heavy vehicle service and repair sector. Job roles related to this qualification include mobile plant technician and diesel fitter.