Course Summary

Students in this taster explore the inner workings of vehicles through engaging, hands-on projects. Activities include assembling model internal combustion engines, wiring light boards, and diagnosing faults using multimeters. This immersive experience builds mechanical reasoning, attention to detail, and confidence, while introducing students to high-demand careers in heavy vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and auto electrical trades. 

Requirements - To Be Eligible

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

To be eligible to participate in Career Tasters you must: 
 

• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with an eligible visa subclass 
• Live in Queensland and be enrolled with a secondary education provider* 
• Be actively completing Year 10 at the time of participation 

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Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Students will delve into the inner workings of automotive systems, exploring engine components, electrical diagnostics, and fault-finding techniques using tools like multimeters and wiring boards. These hands-on experiences foster analytical thinking and mechanical problem-solving; skills that are essential in roles such as diesel mechanics, auto electricians, and heavy vehicle technicians. Beyond the transport and mechanical sectors, these capabilities also translate into fields like motorsport engineering, agricultural machinery maintenance, and even defence logistics, where vehicle systems and diagnostics play a critical role. This exposure encourages students to consider how mechanical aptitude and systems thinking can support a wide range of future opportunities, from technical trades to specialised industries that rely on precision, resilience, and innovation.