Course Summary
AUR20420 Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology is the new qualification superseding AUR20416.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a range of tasks relating to installing, assembling and servicing electrical components and systems of motor vehicles in the automotive electrical installation, service and repair technology sector.
Requirements - To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Entry RequirementsCompletion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.
There are no other entry requirements for this course.
Course Details
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| Fees | For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees |
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| How to Apply | Please Enquire |
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| AQF Level | Level 2: Certificate II |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
This Cert II will lead into the Certificate III and an apprenticeship in the field of Automotive Electrical.
- Complete 10 core units
- Complete 6 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
The program is delivered over 12 months with 72 hours of contact per fortnightly blocks.
- On-campus
| Core | ||||
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| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR008 | Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR007 | Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR006 | Solder electrical wiring and circuits | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETK002 | Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTD004 | Inspect and service suspension systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR116 | Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURATA001 | Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR010 | Repair wiring harnesses and looms | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR013 | Inspect, test and service charging systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| AURETR014 | Inspect, test and service starting systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| AURETR115 | Inspect, test and service batteries |
| AURETR112 | Test and repair basic electrical circuits |
| AURETR011 | Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components |
| AURETR009 | Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems |
| AURETR008 | Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies |
| AURETR007 | Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems |
| AURETR006 | Solder electrical wiring and circuits |
| AURETK002 | Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURASA102 | Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace |
| AURAEA002 | Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace |
| AURLTD105 | Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems |
| AURTTD004 | Inspect and service suspension systems |
| AURTTD002 | Inspect and service steering systems |
| AURTTK102 | Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace |
| AURTTE104 | Inspect and service engines |
| AURTTA104 | Carry out servicing operations |
| AURETR125 | Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles |
| AURETR116 | Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings |
| AURAFA103 | Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace |
| AURATA001 | Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes |
| AURETR010 | Repair wiring harnesses and looms |
| AURETR013 | Inspect, test and service charging systems |
| AURETR014 | Inspect, test and service starting systems |
Course Assessment Information
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| Practical Task |
| RPL |