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Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology
Qualification in Australia.
- How long it takes
- 3 years
- full time at TAFE NSW
- What it costs
- From $22,523
- Full fee at GOTAFE
- How you can study
- On campus or on the job
- Taught by
- 11 providers
- Every state and territory
Is this course right for you?
What the Certificate III in Agricultural Mechanical Technology asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in how machinery and engines work
- a willingness to work outdoors in all weather
- good hand skills and attention to detail
- an ability to follow safety instructions carefully
Before you start
Each provider sets its own entry requirements, so check the ones you are considering.
What it costs
Paying the full fee
$22,523
across the TAFEs listed below. Private providers set their own fees.
| TAFE | State | Full fee |
|---|---|---|
| GOTAFE | VIC | $22,523 |
GOTAFEVIC
- Full fee
- $22,523
Fees as each TAFE shows them on its website, read 20 September 2026. Private providers set their own fees.
Where you can study this course
There are 11 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Course page for TAFE NSW (opens in a new tab)

TAFE NSW
3 campuses, NSW
4.0from 2,410 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- How long
- 3 years
What students like
- Teachers are supportive and ready to help
- Staff are helpful and friendly
- Course content is practical and industry relevant
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Some find front desk staff less helpful
- Website for TAFE Gippsland (opens in a new tab)

TAFE Gippsland
11 campuses, VIC
3.9from 113 Google reviews
- Course page for TAFE Queensland (opens in a new tab)
TAFE Queensland
4 campuses, QLD
4.1from 2,040 Google reviews
What students like
- Teachers are helpful and supportive
What to weigh up
- Poor communication from admin
- Website for TAFE SA (opens in a new tab)

TAFE SA
26 campuses, SA
4.4from 1,339 Google reviews
What students like
- Lecturers are nice and helpful
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Course information can be unclear
- Course page for gotafe (opens in a new tab)
gotafe
2 campuses, VIC
4.3from 72 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- Website for SuniTAFE (opens in a new tab)
SuniTAFE
2 campuses, VIC
3.8from 40 Google reviews
- Course page for Central Regional TAFE (opens in a new tab)
Central Regional TAFE
Geraldton, WA
4.3from 16 Google reviews
- How you study
- On the job
- Website for South Metropolitan TAFE (opens in a new tab)
South Metropolitan TAFE
14 campuses, WA
3.9from 617 Google reviews
What students like
- Lecturers are friendly and genuinely care about students
- Courses help students learn new skills
What to weigh up
- Phone calls and enquiries can go unanswered
Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification prepares you for hands-on work with agricultural machinery and vehicles. It leads to roles such as Agricultural Mechanic and Motor Mechanic. It suits someone who wants a practical trade in agricultural mechanical technology.
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
Entry requirements are set by each provider, so check with the provider you choose before you enrol.