Version Effective: 1st of January, 2024
Version Effective: 1st of January, 2024

AUR20420 - Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology

Course Details

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.


Entry Requirements

Completion 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

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire
Study Area
  • Apprenticeships, Trades & Training
Skill Area
  • Automotive
AQF Level Level 2: Certificate II

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
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.

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 10 core units
  2. 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.

STANDARD COURSE STRUCTURE

The program is delivered over 12 months with 72 hours of contact per fortnightly blocks.

  • On-campus
Core
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
Elective
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

For the following units, you may choose your own order of study, while taking into account pre-requisite requirements and the unit availability.
Unit Code Unit Name
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

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
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.
Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
RPL
Course Learning Outcomes
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