This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to manage motorsport operational or technical teams. It is suitable for those working within the motorsport industry in a management role.
Job roles/employment outcomes
The Diploma of Motorsport is intended to develop new employees or recognise and develop existing workers who are working in management roles in the motorsport sector in the automotive industry.
Employment outcomes targeted by this qualification include:
advanced diagnostic technician
motorsport team manager
motorsport design technician.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Subjects
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the Diploma in Motorsport, competency must be achieved in nine (9) units of competency.
four (4) core units of competency
five (5) elective units of competency, as specified below.
a minimum of three (3) elective units of competency from Group A
a maximum of two (2) elective units of competency from Group B, drawn from any combination of:
units not already chosen from Group A
relevant units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are aligned to Certificate IV and higher qualifications.
Core units of competency
Complete the following four (4) units of competency.
The balance of units, to a maximum of two (2), may be drawn from any combination of:
units not already chosen from Group A
relevant units available in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, where those units are aligned to Certificate IV and higher qualifications.
Pathways...
Pathways into the qualification
Entrants to this qualification are required to have completed AUR40305 Certificate IV in Motorsport or be able to demonstrate equivalent competence.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification may lead to a relevant Advanced Diploma.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Licensing Information
Licensing considerations
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills for this qualification as identified by the motorsport sector of the automotive industry. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
Communicating with business contacts to promote the goals and objectives of the business
Obtaining feedback from colleagues and clients
Interpreting and completing business documentation
Advising stakeholders of outcomes
Communicating information about tasks, processes and events
Communicating business and legal requirements, including occupational health and safety (OH)S responsibilities
Teamwork
Leading, planning and supervising the performance of team members
Developing team cohesion and fostering innovative work practices
Supporting, respecting and understanding the views of others
Identifying own role and responsibility within a team
Undertaking appropriate and effective communication with team members
Building and maintaining networks and relationships
Problem solving
Accessing and assessing information for accuracy and relevance
Evaluating and modifying as required
Checking and making required adjustments
Using knowledge to solve problems
Using a wide range of strategies and techniques to solve problems
Initiative and enterprise
Identifying networking opportunities and developing operational strategies to ensure the viability of the business
Instigating new or different work practices to improve productivity or service delivery
Supporting a continuous improvement environment
Identifying issues requiring action and recommending action
Making adjustments to improve workplace processes and procedures
Planning and organising
Allocating work to meet time and budget constraints
Developing plans and schedules
Planning for and organising resources
Self-management
Prioritising tasks
Operating within appropriate time constraints and work standards
Demonstrating consistent performance
Learning
Participating in professional networks and associations to obtain and maintain personal knowledge and skills
Systematically identifying learning and development needs
Identifying sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding
Recognising limits of own professional expertise and consulting specialists as necessary
Accessing manufacturer's manuals/specifications to expand knowledge
Technology
Using business technology to access, organise and monitor information