TAFE Queensland
Apprenticeship/Traineeship program
Become a qualified automotive electrician through practical, hands-on training in diagnosing and repairing vehicle electrical systems. This apprenticeship program combines workplace experience with TAFE Queensland training, leading to a nationally-recognised Certificate III qualification in a high-demand trade.
You must be employed as an apprentice or trainee with an employer who is registered with TAFE Queensland as a Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO). You will be invited to complete a Skills Check assessment in English, Maths, and Digital Technology (recommended benchmark level 3 in each). You must meet occupational health and safety requirements including safety glasses, protective footwear, mechanics gloves, ear protection, and industry-standard protective clothing.
Core units cover environmental and sustainability practices, safe working procedures, electrical test equipment use and maintenance, soldering, automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems, vehicle lighting installation, wiring harness repair, ancillary electronic systems, basic electrical circuit testing and repair, engine management systems (spark and compression ignition), battery testing and replacement, instruments and warning systems, charging systems, starting systems, ignition systems, automotive electrical system diagnosis and repair, petrol and diesel engine operation, electronic body management systems, and diagnostic test strategies. Elective units include electric braking systems, hybrid electric vehicle depowering, hybrid vehicle electrical component servicing, electrical unit removal and replacement, basic ancillary electrical systems, charging and starting system inspection and servicing, vehicle wiring schematic reading, network electronic control systems, vehicle dynamic control systems, engine and transmission management systems, refrigerant recovery, air conditioning and HVAC systems, servicing operations, bearings and seals, braking systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, and measuring and hand tools.
TAFE Queensland is a leading vocational education provider with extensive industry connections and expertise in automotive trades training. The institution offers flexible delivery options including workplace training, block training, day release, and online components to suit working apprentices. Industry-expert teachers provide practical, hands-on instruction using the same equipment and tools used in industry, ensuring graduates are job-ready. TAFE Queensland supports young Queenslanders up to age 25 with fully subsidised apprenticeship training in priority qualifications.
Successful completion of this Certificate III qualification allows you to work as a qualified automotive electrical tradesperson in the automotive service and repair industry. Queensland has the largest share of workers in this industry with stable future growth predicted over the next five years. Automotive electrical skills are in high demand with employers finding it difficult to fill vacancies. Graduates can pursue careers as automotive electrical technicians or automotive electricians, with opportunities to advance to supervisory or management roles or specialise in areas such as hybrid electric vehicles or advanced diagnostic systems.
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