Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
AUR30320
Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology - AUR30320
Course Overview
Get ready to start your career in the automotive industry by enrolling in Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology.
This apprenticeship offers comprehensive training that will equip students with the skills to diagnose and repair electrical systems and components in all kinds of vehicles. From charging systems to compression ignition and electronic body management systems, students will gain expertise in it all.
Careers & study pathways
Where can this course take me?
Roles graduates may be eligible for include:
- Automotive Electrician
- Automotive Electrical Technician
- Automotive Electrical Diagnostic Technician
Further study
After graduating, participants might like to undertake further study in the:
- AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
- AUR40816 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Overhauling
Course details
Upcoming dates and times
Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.
Wangaratta - Docker Street
(2 commencing soon)
Block Attendance - Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - Apprenticeship - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - On Campus & Online
Block Attendance - Open From: 28-Jan-2025 - School Based Apprentice or Trainee - Part time - Monday to Friday inclusive - 8.00am - 4.30pm - On Campus & Online
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 32 units: 21 core and 11 elective.
Core units
21 unit(s)
- AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
- AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
- AURETK002 Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
- AURETR006 Solder electrical wiring and circuits
- AURETR007 Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems
- AURETR009 Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
- AURETR010 Repair wiring harnesses and looms
- AURETR027 Install ancillary electronic systems and components
- AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits
- AURETR123 Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
- AURETR124 Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
- AURETR125 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
- AURETR128 Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
- AURETR129 Diagnose and repair charging systems
- AURETR130 Diagnose and repair starting systems
- AURETR131 Diagnose and repair ignition systems
- AURETR132 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
- AURETR135 Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation
- AURETR143 Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
- AURTTA118 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
- AURTTE104 Inspect and service engines
Elective units
11 unit(s)
- AURETB101 Diagnose and repair electric braking systems
- AURETD101 Diagnose and repair electronically controlled steering systems
- AURETH011 Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles
- AURETH101 Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
- AURETK003 Operate electrical test equipment
- AURETR011 Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components
- AURETR103 Identify automotive electrical systems and components
- AURETR122 Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems
- AURETR144 Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems
- AURTTA105 Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
- AURTTK102 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
Attendance & commitment
Apprenticeship face-to-face delivery | 3 years course length | Part-time study load
- Students must attend at least 80% of the course delivery days.
- Students will attend seven weeks (blocks) on campus per year.
- On these weeks, classes will run from 8am - 4:30 pm.
School-Based Apprenticeship Traineeship face-to-face delivery | 6 years course length | Part-time study load
- Students must attend at least 80% of the course delivery days.
- Students will attend five weeks (blocks) on campus per year.
- On these weeks, classes will run from 8am - 4:30 pm.
Assessment methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Knowledge questions
- Practical demonstrations
Before you begin
Entry requirements
GOTAFE entry requirements
Before being accepted into this course applicants must:
- 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 Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract before applying for this course.
Student resources
Students must have:
- A laptop/computer with internet access.
- A digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
- General stationery (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
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.
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:
- an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- 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.
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Library
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Jobs and study options
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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