TAFE SA
6 months
This entry-level Certificate II qualification prepares students for careers in automotive servicing by teaching them to identify, inspect and service mechanical and electrical components in various vehicles. Ideal for those with practical hands-on aptitude seeking foundational knowledge in the automotive industry.
Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment (LLND). Students should have practical hands-on aptitude, good communication and interpersonal skills, basic literacy and numeracy skills, and a basic understanding of measurements, volumes, levels, ratios, pressure, temperature and chemicals. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety boots, safety glasses and appropriate workwear must be purchased (approximately $100-$200).
The course comprises 13 core units and 7 elective units covering comprehensive automotive knowledge. Core units include workplace safety, environmental and sustainability practices, basic automotive fault finding and troubleshooting, battery inspection and testing, and servicing of braking, cooling, steering and suspension systems. Students also learn engine inspection, drive shaft maintenance, final drive assembly servicing and tool maintenance. Elective units allow specialisation in areas such as diesel and petrol fuel systems, manual transmissions, exhaust systems, wheel and tyre servicing, and customer service in automotive environments.
TAFE SA offers comprehensive automotive training with state-of-the-art facilities that provide hands-on experience across multiple locations. With 90% graduate satisfaction rates and 87% recommending their training, TAFE SA delivers quality education through knowledgeable lecturers, smaller class sizes with one-on-one support, and strong industry connections that help students transition into employment. The provider's Fee Free TAFE initiative makes quality automotive training accessible to eligible students.
Graduates of this Certificate II qualification are prepared for entry-level positions in the automotive retail, service and repair industry. Career pathways include roles as automotive technicians in service centres, dealerships and independent repair shops. Successful completion provides a foundation for progression to higher qualifications such as Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or Diploma of Automotive Technology, leading to supervisory and management roles in the automotive sector.
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