AUR20720 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Version Effective: 2nd of June, 2021

Course Details

Course Summary

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a limited range of tasks relating to identifying and inspecting mechanical and electrical components and systems of light vehicles, heavy vehicles, outdoor power equipment, bicycles, marine craft and motorcycles. This qualification also covers the skills and knowledge required to perform minor maintenance and repair of an automotive vehicle body. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication (Release 1 12 November 2020).

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

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.

It is highly recommended that students have attained a Sound Achievement (SA) result in year 10 numeracy and literacy subjects or equivalent prior to enrolling in this course.

Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $4,200.00 (2026)
Subsidised Full Fee $660.00 (2026)
Subsidised Concession Fee $276.00 (2026)
Fee for service per unit $350.00 (2026)
Subsidised full fee per unit $55.00 (2026)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $263.00 (2026)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Direct To University
How to Apply Please Enquire
Study Area
  • Start TAFE Now and vetted Youth Services students
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 course is a mechanical pathway that provides an introduction to the Automotive fields of heavy vehicles (diesel fitting), light vehicles and auto-electrical. Possible career outcomes could lead to a trades assistant, vehicle service assistant, automotive service assistant, trainee service person, automotive trainee.

Course Structures
Start TAFE NOW (STN)

1 year part-time, approximately 36 weeks

  • On-campus
  • RPL/RCC/Credit
Core

Please enrol in all units at once.

AURLTA101 Identify automotive mechanical systems and components More Information Training.gov Details
AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace More Information Training.gov Details
AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace More Information Training.gov Details
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace More Information Training.gov Details
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively 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

Please enrol in all units at once.

AURTTA127 Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines More Information Training.gov Details
AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Unit Code Unit Name
AURLTA101 Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURTTA127 Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations
AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines
AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems

Remote School Students

12 months

  • Mixed Mode
Core

Please enrol into all units at once.

AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components More Information Training.gov Details
AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace More Information Training.gov Details
AURLTA101 Identify automotive mechanical systems and components More Information Training.gov Details
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and 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
Electives

Please enrol into all units at once.

AURTTA127 Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines More Information Training.gov Details
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems More Information Training.gov Details
AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

Unit Code Unit Name
AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components
AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
AURLTA101 Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and 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
AURTTA127 Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations
AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines
AURTTC001 Inspect and service cooling systems
AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries

Course Assessment Information

Assessment Types
RPL
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
Third Party Verification
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?

Domestic 2022 Availabilities

Start TAFE NOW (STN)
Remote School Students

Domestic 2023 Availabilities

Start TAFE NOW (STN)
On-campus
Gladstone

February: Part Time

Rockhampton City

February: Part Time

Emerald

February: Part Time

Remote School Students
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Part Time

Domestic 2024 Availabilities

Start TAFE NOW (STN)
On-campus
Gladstone

February: Part Time

Emerald

February: Part Time

Rockhampton City

February: Part Time

Remote School Students
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Part Time

Domestic 2025 Availabilities

Start TAFE NOW (STN)
On-campus
Gladstone

February: Part Time

Emerald

February: Part Time

Rockhampton City

February: Part Time

Remote School Students
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Part Time

Domestic 2026 Availabilities

Start TAFE NOW (STN)
On-campus
Rockhampton City

February: Part Time

Gladstone

February: Part Time

April: Part Time

Emerald

February: Part Time

Remote School Students
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
February: Part Time
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