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Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology


 National Code: AUR30320
 TAFE SA Code: TP01293


2025 start

Description

Apply now for the Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology and gain the skills and knowledge you need to work in this exciting auto trade. This trade-level qualification will get you working on electrical systems and components in the automotive service and repair industry. You’ll
learn all about electrical and electronic systems for lighting, ignition, wiring, and charging. And with the expansion of on-board computers in vehicles there’s even more demand for highly skilled automotive electricians. Get the skills you need with TAFE SA.

Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Duration
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48 months 
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Campus
Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Application
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On Campus On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Day Only
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • You must have a contract of training with an employer to study this course

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 48 month course
Subsidised
$602
$4,815
Concession
$361
$2,889
You may be eligible for government subsidised training.
Subsidised Training Eligibility
Subsidised training may require applicants to complete a Core Skills Profile Assessment (CSPA).
What is the CSPA?

This course also has an additional cost of $130.00 for Personal protective equipment and stationery.

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    This qualification reflects the role of individuals who service, diagnose and repair electrical systems and components in vehicles in the automotive electrical service and repair industry.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (AUR30320)
    This course covers skills and knowledge in soldering, wiring harness repairs and construction, electrical and electronic principles, diagnosis and electrical test equipment. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 21 core units and 11 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems 20
    Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation 15
    Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies 20
    Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems 80
    Diagnose and repair charging systems 30
    Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems 50
    Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems 40
    Diagnose and repair ignition systems 30
    Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems 40
    Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems 60
    Diagnose and repair starting systems 30
    Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace 25
    Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace 20
    Inspect and service engines 20
    Install ancillary electronic systems and components 40
    Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems 40
    Repair wiring harnesses and looms 40
    Solder electrical wiring and circuits 20
    Test and repair basic electrical circuits 40
    Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles 15
    Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace 20

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles 10
    Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles 20
    Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components 35
    Diagnose and repair electronically controlled steering systems 25
    Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems 60
    Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems 50
    Diagnose and repair network electronic control systems 40
    Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems 70
    Diagnose complex system faults 80
    Inspect and service hydraulic systems 20
    Install hydraulic systems to specified applications 74
    Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings 15
    Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems 20
    Retrofit automotive air conditioning and HVAC systems 30
    Select and supply automotive parts and products 100
    Service air conditioning and HVAC systems 25
    Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace 20

Further Information

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Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
TP01293
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