AUR20720

Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Prepare for your career in the light and heavy automotive and marine industries with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to pursue an automotive or marine mechanical apprenticeship.

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STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime Duration: Self-paced View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$220

Subsidised

$580

Full Fee

$3,880

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Course overview

Prepare for your career in the light automotive and marine industries with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to pursue an automotive or marine mechanical apprenticeship.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics grew strongly over the past five years with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. Job openings are expected to remain steady in the near future with around 23,000 job opening expected over the next five years.

In this course you will gain the basic skills and knowledge required to carry out workplace tasks safely and effectively. You will become familiar with electrical and mechanical components and systems and learn how to use appropriate tools and equipment to complete basic removal, inspection and refitting of automotive, outboard, inboard and jet ski components.

This course will set you on the path to finding an apprenticeship in a wide range of automotive occupations including a light or heavy vehicle mechanic, or within marine mechanical workshops specialising in light and heavy diesel marine engines.

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What can I do?

Vehicle Service Assistant
Automotive Apprentice
Marine Service Assistant
Marine Mechanical Apprentice

Course outcome:

AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Industry partnerships

TAFE Queensland has developed many strong relationships with the major players across the automotive industry. We have partnered with companies such as Toyota, Nissan, Komatsu, and Jeep Chrysler to deliver industry-current, tailored training programs. Employees trained by TAFE Queensland are highly-skilled and highly-valued.

Job outcomes

TAFE Queensland will continue to assist you, even after you've completed your qualification. Utilising our strong industry connections, we link students with employers looking to hire our highly-skilled graduates. Once you have completed your Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation, register your interest in an apprenticeship with our Find Your Apprentice service.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AURAEA002

Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAEA002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs. It applies to those working in the automotive industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURAFA103

Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAFA103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate in an automotive workplace. It involves communicating effectively by conveying and receiving information using verbal and non-verbal techniques and correct automotive technical terminology.
UNIT NAME
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURAFA104

Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURAFA104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and resolve routine basic problems commonly encountered in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURASA102

Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURASA102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
AURETR103

Identify automotive electrical systems and components

UNIT CODE :
AURETR103

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify the function and basic operation of a range of vehicle electrical systems and components.
UNIT NAME
Identify automotive electrical systems and components

UNIT CODE
AURLTA101

Identify automotive mechanical systems and components

UNIT CODE :
AURLTA101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify the function and basic operation of a range of vehicle mechanical systems and components.
UNIT NAME
Identify automotive mechanical systems and components

UNIT CODE
AURTTK102

Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE :
AURTTK102

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

North and Far North Queensland

North and Far North Queensland

UNIT CODE
AURETK001

Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment

UNIT CODE :
AURETK001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify, select and safely use basic low voltage (LV) electrical test equipment to test basic LV electrical circuits in vehicles or machinery. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical systems and components include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment

UNIT CODE
AURETR115

Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE :
AURETR115

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle, vessel and machinery batteries.
UNIT NAME
Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE
AURTTA003

Use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices. It involves selecting, using and maintaining basic measuring devices, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices

UNIT CODE
AURTTA127

Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA127

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic vehicle servicing operations. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct equipment and servicing the major vehicle systems according to manufacturer servicing procedures and specifications, recording the findings and completing workplace processes.
UNIT NAME
Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE
AURTTE003

Remove and tag engine system components

UNIT CODE :
AURTTE003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify, remove and tag a range of engine components. It involves preparing for the work, removing and tagging engine components prior to engine dismantling by title, job number and engine application, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation for entering the automotive retail, service and repair industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Remove and tag engine system components

UNIT CODE
AURTTE007

Dismantle and assemble single cylinder four-stroke petrol engines

UNIT CODE :
AURTTE007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to dismantle and reassemble a single cylinder four-stroke engine. It requires the learner to plan and prepare the task; dismantle the engine and inspect the components; reassemble the engine and check the engine operation; and maintain the work area, tools and equipment.
UNIT NAME
Dismantle and assemble single cylinder four-stroke petrol engines

Greater Brisbane (excluding Ipswich)

Greater Brisbane (excluding Ipswich)

UNIT CODE
AURETR115

Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE :
AURETR115

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle, vessel and machinery batteries.
UNIT NAME
Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE
AURTTA105

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
UNIT NAME
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE
AURTTA127

Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA127

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic vehicle servicing operations. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct equipment and servicing the major vehicle systems according to manufacturer servicing procedures and specifications, recording the findings and completing workplace processes.
UNIT NAME
Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE
AURTTE104

Inspect and service engines

UNIT CODE :
AURTTE104

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service engines.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service engines

UNIT CODE
AURTTJ011

Balance wheels and tyres

UNIT CODE :
AURTTJ011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to balance automotive wheels and tyres. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements; preparing for the work; inspecting, balancing and refitting wheel and tyre assemblies; and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working within the automotive light vehicle service and repair or light vehicle wheel alignment industry. The wheels and tyres include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or trailers.
UNIT NAME
Balance wheels and tyres

Wide Bay Burnett and Sunshine Coast

Wide Bay Burnett and Sunshine Coast

UNIT CODE
AURETR115

Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE :
AURETR115

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle, vessel and machinery batteries.
UNIT NAME
Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE
AURTTA003

Use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices. It involves selecting, using and maintaining basic measuring devices, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation to entering the automotive service and repair or automotive manufacturing industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Use and maintain basic mechanical measuring devices

UNIT CODE
AURTTA105

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
UNIT NAME
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE
AURTTA127

Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA127

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic vehicle servicing operations. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct equipment and servicing the major vehicle systems according to manufacturer servicing procedures and specifications, recording the findings and completing workplace processes.
UNIT NAME
Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE
AURTTF101

Inspect and service petrol fuel systems

UNIT CODE :
AURTTF101

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle petrol fuel systems.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems

Gold Coast

Gold Coast

UNIT CODE
AURETK001

Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment

UNIT CODE :
AURETK001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify, select and safely use basic low voltage (LV) electrical test equipment to test basic LV electrical circuits in vehicles or machinery. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical systems and components include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment

UNIT CODE
AURTTA001

Remove and tag steering, suspension and braking system components

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify, remove and tag a range of steering, suspension and braking system components. It involves preparing for the work, removing and tagging components by title, job number and application, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation for entering the automotive retail, service and repair industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Remove and tag steering, suspension and braking system components

UNIT CODE
AURTTA002

Assist with automotive workplace activities

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to assist with automotive workplace activities. It involves preparing for the work, assisting with workplace cleaning and component removal and refitting activities as required, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation for entering the automotive retail, service and repair industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Assist with automotive workplace activities

UNIT CODE
AURTTA127

Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA127

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic vehicle servicing operations. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct equipment and servicing the major vehicle systems according to manufacturer servicing procedures and specifications, recording the findings and completing workplace processes.
UNIT NAME
Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE
AURTTE003

Remove and tag engine system components

UNIT CODE :
AURTTE003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to identify, remove and tag a range of engine components. It involves preparing for the work, removing and tagging engine components prior to engine dismantling by title, job number and engine application, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those undertaking a Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) or pre-vocational qualification as preparation for entering the automotive retail, service and repair industry. The unit is designed for use in a highly supervised context and is not suitable for use in a vocational qualification. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Remove and tag engine system components

Gold Coast - Marine

Gold Coast - Marine

UNIT CODE
AURRTE001

Carry out wet run tests on vessel outboard engines

UNIT CODE :
AURRTE001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to carry out wet run tests on vessel outboard engines. It involves preparing for the task, checking the engine, setting up testing equipment, running the engine, conducting the tests, recording test results, and completing work processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the marine service and repair industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Carry out wet run tests on vessel outboard engines

UNIT CODE
AURRTE002

Inspect and service marine outboard engines

UNIT CODE :
AURRTE002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service marine outboard engines and components. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the vessel engine and its associated components, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the engine, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the marine service and repair industry and includes spark ignition and compression ignition outboard engines. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service marine outboard engines

UNIT CODE
AURRTE003

Inspect and service marine inboard engines

UNIT CODE :
AURRTE003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service marine inboard engines and components. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the engine and associated components of the vessel, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the engine, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the marine service and repair industry and includes spark ignition and compression ignition inboard engines. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service marine inboard engines

UNIT CODE
AURRTQ002

Inspect and service marine jet drive propulsion systems

UNIT CODE :
AURRTQ002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service jet drive propulsion systems on vessels. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the marine service and repair industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Inspect and service marine jet drive propulsion systems

UNIT CODE
AURTTA105

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
UNIT NAME
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

Darling Downs and South West (including Ipswich)

Darling Downs and South West (including Ipswich)

UNIT CODE
AURETR006

Solder electrical wiring and circuits

UNIT CODE :
AURETR006

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to solder electrical components, electrical circuits and system wiring. It involves preparing for the task, preparing components, circuits and wiring for soldering, carrying out soldering, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical wiring and circuits include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
UNIT NAME
Solder electrical wiring and circuits

UNIT CODE
AURETR115

Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE :
AURETR115

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle, vessel and machinery batteries.
UNIT NAME
Inspect, test and service batteries

UNIT CODE
AURTTA105

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA105

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
UNIT NAME
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

UNIT CODE
AURTTA127

Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE :
AURTTA127

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic vehicle servicing operations. It involves preparing for the task, selecting the correct equipment and servicing the major vehicle systems according to manufacturer servicing procedures and specifications, recording the findings and completing workplace processes.
UNIT NAME
Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations

UNIT CODE
AURTTJ011

Balance wheels and tyres

UNIT CODE :
AURTTJ011

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to balance automotive wheels and tyres. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements; preparing for the work; inspecting, balancing and refitting wheel and tyre assemblies; and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working within the automotive light vehicle service and repair or light vehicle wheel alignment industry. The wheels and tyres include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or trailers.
UNIT NAME
Balance wheels and tyres

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Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation (AUR20720)

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Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

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Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing (no singlets)

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks after enrolment, during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationary, a USB, and a calculator.

Placement

There are no formal vocational placement requirements for this qualification. However, we encourage you to consider completing work experience in a trades environment specific to your course to develop your practical skills, engage with the industry, and increase future employment opportunities. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in finding work experience placements.

Please note: Work experience is not available at our South West locations.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

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