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  • Certificate II
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  • NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · AQF

Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology

This qualification covers fitting, assembling and servicing electrical parts and systems in motor vehicles. It includes wiring, soldering, lighting, batteries, testing circuits and using test equipment. If you already do auto electrical work, your experience may be recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
AUR Automotive Retail, Service and Repair
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
AUR20416 Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Auto electrical assistants and accessory fitters who install and service vehicle electrical systems.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Auto electrician assistant
  • Auto electrical installer
  • Accessory fitter
  • Auto electrical trainee

Qualification structure

16 units in total. All 6 units may be from the elective units listed below. Up to 3 units may be from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Elective units chosen must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid vocational outcome.

Core units

10 units
  1. AURAEA002Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
  2. AURASA102Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
  3. AURETK002Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
  4. AURETR006Solder electrical wiring and circuits
  5. AURETR007Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems
  6. AURETR008Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies
  7. AURETR009Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
  8. AURETR011Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components
  9. AURETR112Test and repair basic electrical circuits
  10. AURETR115Inspect, test and service batteries

Elective units

39 units
  1. AURACA101Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace
  2. AURAFA001Use numbers in an automotive workplace
  3. AURAFA002Read and respond to automotive workplace information
  4. AURAFA103Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
  5. AURAFA105Write routine texts in an automotive workplace
  6. AURAMA001Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace
  7. AURAMA102Communicate business information in an automotive workplace
  8. AURATA001Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes
  9. AURATA002Read, interpret and apply engineering drawings
  10. AURETK001Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment
  11. AURETR005Install automotive security systems and components
  12. AURETR010Repair wiring harnesses and looms
  13. AURETR013Inspect, test and service charging systems
  14. AURETR014Inspect, test and service starting systems
  15. AURETR042Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activities
  16. AURETR116Read and apply vehicle wiring schematics and drawings
  17. AURETR125Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  18. AURETU001Install air conditioning systems
  19. AURETU102Recover vehicle refrigerants
  20. AURETU103Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
  21. AURETU104Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
  22. AURETU105Retrofit automotive air conditioning and HVAC systems
  23. AURPTR102Test and service electric outdoor power equipment
  24. AURRTR001Inspect, service and maintain marine battery storage systems
  25. AURSCA101Select and supply automotive parts and products
  26. AURSCA103Apply sales procedures in an automotive workplace
  27. AURTTA008Produce patterns and templates
  28. AURTTA009Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
  29. AURTTA104Carry out servicing operations
  30. AURTTA118Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
  31. AURTTE104Inspect and service engines
  32. AURTTK001Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
  33. AURTTK102Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
  34. AURVTT003Remove and replace automotive and marine interior trim components
  35. AURVTT004Trim vehicle components
  36. AURVTT005Select trim and fabric materials
  37. AURVTT006Apply trimming adhesives
  38. AURVTW018Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting
  39. AURVTW103Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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