Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology

This course is designed for you to become a qualified Automotive Electrical Serviceperson. This traineeship involves carrying out diagnostic procedures; installing, testing and repairing wiring/lighting systems on trailers or caravans and on electrical security systems and components; installing ancillary electrical equipment, carrying out minor repairs to electrical circuits/systems; testing, servicing and replacing batteries.

These activities will also include soldering procedures.

Prepare for a career in the automotive electrical industry, develop your skills and enhance your employability with this entry-level course. This course is a stepping stone to an apprenticeship or traineeship in a range of workplaces including underbody repair, tyre and brake front end specialists, auto electrical, outboard mechanical, motor bike mechanical, spare parts sales and general automotive repairs.

According to the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service, automotive electrical skills are in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies for qualified automotive electricians. Queensland has the largest share of workers in this industry with stable future growth predicted over the next five years.

Learn to perform: basic diagnostic procedures, install, test and repair wiring on vehicle lighting systems and electrical security components, install ancillary electrical equipment, perform minor repairs to electrical circuits, inspect and service batteries, and more.

Completion of this course will set you apart from the rest when applying for apprentice, trainee or other roles in the automotive industry or other related sectors.

Blended Option: Learning & Theory assessment online and practical face to face training.  

Campus

Some units of competency within this training program may involve physical activities, such as heavy lifting, standing for extended periods, or operating machinery, which may present challenges for individuals with physical limitations.

Students are encouraged to discuss any physical limitations or specific needs with our support team prior to enrolment so that reasonable adjustments can be considered to support their participation in the training program while maintaining the integrity of assessment outcomes.

As part of the enrolment process, you will need to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and Digital Literacy indicator Assessment. This assessment is used for reviewing your suitability for this course.

The minimum level required for entry to this Course is:

Learning: 3

Reading: 2

Writing: 2

Oral Communication: 2

Numeracy: 2

Digital Literacy: 2

• Laptop
• Internet access
• Full PPE Clothing
  • Enclosed footwear (steel cap preferred)
  • Long pants and long sleeve shirt
  • Hi Visibility Shirt or Vest
  • Safety glasses 

The Career Start Program provides individuals with the skills and support to start their career. The program provides training to help individuals find a job and supports those already employed to move into more skilled roles or full-time employment, including after completing an apprenticeship or traineeship. Career Start offers either a general training pathway or employment-based apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.

This Qualification is available under the general training pathway and the employment-based traineeship pathway for more information on Career start programs and eligibility for funding please refer to the Career Start Program information under Funding and Pathways section on this website.

Students who are deemed competent in all units of competency will receive a Qualification and Students who are deemed competent in some units of competency only within this course will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Qualification or Statement is issued by Australian Trade Training College (RTO 31399)

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