AUR20720
Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Automotive

Further Study Opportunities

Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology
Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology
Certificate IV in Automotive Management
Certificate IV in Motor Sport Technology
Certificate IV in Vehicle Loss Assessing
Diploma of Automotive Management

Overview

This course is designed to introduce students to the theory and practice of automotive maintenance and repair in a hands-on learning environment and focuses on providing students with simulated practical work experiences, employability skills and career pathways into the automotive industry as an apprentice. Students may attain qualification upon satisfactory completion of all units.

Duration
2 Years
Credits

VPC: Each completed 90-hour block of VET equals one VPC credit.

VCE/VCE VM: Recognition of up to four VCE VET units at Units 1&2 level, and a VCE VET Unit 3–4 sequence.

ATAR: Students will be eligible for a 10% increment.

VASS: VE1

Course Details

Delivery Mode: Face to face onsite at the Host school(s) onsite at the Host school(s)
Assessment Methods: Written, Practical Tasks, Observations and Project/Portfolio.

Core Units of Competency:

  • AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability practices 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
Structured Workplace Learning

It is strongly recommended that students undertake a minimum 80 hours of work placement.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites required.

Career Pathways

With additional training and experience, possible future career pathways may include work in the following areas/sectors:

  • Light Vehicle Mechanic

  • Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

  • Auto Electrician

  • Panel Beater

  • Spray Painter

  • Spare Parts Manager

  • Service Manager

  • Automotive Engineer

Fees

Please speak with your VET Coordinator for further information, including any applicable fees and whether a uniform is required.

Host Schools
Days/Times
Greensborough College AIET, 121314
Wedneday
1.30pm—5.15pm
Units 1&2
Thursday
1.30pm—5.15pm
Units 3&4
Northern College of the Arts & Technology NCAT, 6736
Wednesday
8.30am—12.30pm
Units 1&2
Wednesday
1.30pm—5.30pm
Units 1&2
Thursday
1.30pm—5.30pm
Units 3&4
Outer Northern Trade Training Centre AIET, 121314
Wednesday
8.00am—12.00pm
Units 1&2
Wednesday
12.30pm—4.30pm
Units 1&2
Friday
8.00am—12.00pm
Units 3&4
Friday
12.30pm—4.30pm
Units 3&4
St Helena Secondary College Education Living, 3784
Monday
1.30pm—5.15pm
Units 3&4
Wednesday
1.30pm—5.15pm
Units 1&2
Whittlesea Secondary College AIET, 121314
Wednesday
9.00am—3.15pm
Units 1&2
Friday
9.00am—3.15pm
Units 3&4