Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

AUR20720

Length

3 Months (full time)
1 Year (part time)

Free TAFE is available

Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation - AUR20720

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Course Overview

Course start dates are indicative and are subject to change. Students will receive information from their teacher upon enrolment including a confirmed start date and timetable. If applicable, students will also receive information about a course induction and directions on where to go on the first day.

Prepare for an auto apprenticeship with the Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation.

Students will become familiar with mechanical and electrical components, and learn to inspect systems used in light vehicles, heavy vehicles, outdoor power equipment, and motorcycles. Students will also learn important workplace safety processes to prepare for life in a real auto workshop.

This course can be delivered as part of GOTAFE’s VET Delivered to School Students (VDSS) program. Students interested in undertaking this course need to enrol through their school.

Skills First subsidised funding is not available for VDSS programs. Contact your school for VDSS Fee information.

This course is currently available as part of the Free TAFE scheme but is subject to eligibility requirements and may change in the future.

Careers & study pathways

Where can this course take me?

This course prepares students to secure a workplace apprenticeship.

Further study

After graduating, participants might like to undertake further study in the:

Course details

Study units

Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.

This course requires a total of 12 units: 7 core and 5 elective.

Core units

7 unit(s)

AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURAFA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURAFA104 Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components
AURLTA101 Identify automotive mechanical systems and components
AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

Elective units

9 unit(s)

AURETK003 Operate electrical test equipment
AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries
AURTTA127 Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations
AURTTE007 Dismantle and assemble single cylinder four-stroke petrol engines
AURTTE008 Dismantle and assemble multi-cylinder four-stroke petrol engines
AURVTN138 Carry out basic repairs to vehicle body panels
AURVTP129 Prepare surface and prime repaired body panels
AURVTW010 Set up and use welding equipment
VU23478 Perform basic machining processes

Attendance & commitment

Pre-apprenticeship face-to-face delivery | 12 weeks course length | Full-time study load

Students must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance for the scheduled classes.
Classes operate from 8:30am - 4:30 pm four days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday).

VDSS face-to-face delivery | 2 years course length | Part-time study load

Students must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance.
Classes operate on Wednesdays during school terms. The hours of attendance are from 9am - 3:15 pm.

Assessment methods

Assessment methods may include:

Knowledge questions
Practical demonstrations
Reports

Before you begin

Entry requirements

GOTAFE entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants:

Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
Prospective VDSS students are required to apply through their School's VET Coordinator or Careers Advisor.

Student resources

Students must have:

A laptop/computer with internet access.
Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
General stationary (pens, pencils, rulers).
Protective enclosed footwear.
Media player.

Enrolment

Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:

Aspirations/career goals
Educational attainment and capability
Literacy and numeracy skills
Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Fees and payments

This course is available as part of the Free TAFE scheme for eligible students.

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

1. Subsidised Standard

$1,260.00

2. Subsidised Standard (Concession)

$252.00

3. Full Fee

$5,343.00

Course Materials

$248.00

Student Services Fees (per year)

$100.00

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.

Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:

are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2025 and may change without notice.
will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.

Course Fees consist of three different components:

Student Tuition Fee - covers the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
1. an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
2. an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
3. ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts and booklets, e-Learning resources and associated license access fees and excursions.
Student Services Fee (SSF) – contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.

Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session, induction session, or during the pre-training review interview.

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options

Student support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

Learning support

A free and confidential service to help you build the foundation skills you need to be successful at TAFE. Improve your english language, maths and/or writing skills; enhance your computer, exam and study skills.

Learn more about our learning support services

Library

Our library team are passionate about supporting students to achieve their study goals. They have subject guides, referencing help, and online resources to assist you with you assessments.

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Jobs and study options

Our Skills and Jobs Centres can assist and talk through options for courses, careers, assistance with job applications and more.

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.

Support for personal issues

We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

Find out how the Student Experience Team can help you

Disability support

Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.

Seek support from our Equitable Learning Advisors

Counselling services

We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.

Learn about our Student Wellbeing Advisors

Koorie Unit

The Koorie Unit is a culturally safe space on our Shepparton Fryers Street Campus for all Koorie students enrolled and studying through GOTAFE, or with one of our education partnering organisations.

Learn how the Koorie Unit can support your studies

Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.

Further information is provided at course induction.

This course is government accredited and has national recognition.

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