AUR20420 Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship)
Launch your career in Automotive Electrical Technology
Completing this pre-apprenticeship equips you with the skills sought after by employers for apprentice automotive electricians.
Benefit from specializsed training at South Metropolitan TAFE's Kwinana campus, featuring purpose-built air-conditioning rigs and a modern indoor workshop. Gain hands-on experience and practical skills in a high-quality learning environment, setting the foundation for a successful career in automotive electrical technology.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Where Kwinana
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On Campus
When you complete the Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrician.
Learn in specialist facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Kwinana campus offers specialist training in automotive air conditioning with purpose-built air-conditioning rigs, providing students with a high quality of learning and practical skills. It also boasts a large modern, indoor workshop where students undertake all their learning and training.
- installing
- testing and repairing wiring and lighting systems
- security systems
- electrical components and circuits
- read wiring diagrams and
- workplace safety and health
- enjoyment of practical work using manual hand tools
- an eye for detail and good hand-eye coordination
- good problem solving skills
- good vision/eyesight
- good communication skills, including customer service skills
- basic reading, writing and mathematical skills
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | $32.40 | $9.60 | $17.50 |
| AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | $32.40 | $9.60 | $35.50 |
| AURETK002 Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace | $29.16 | $8.64 | $21.25 |
| AURETR006 Solder electrical wiring and circuits | $32.40 | $9.60 | $11.50 |
| AURETR007 Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems | $29.16 | $8.64 | $19.25 |
| AURETR008 Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies | $24.30 | $7.20 | $26.75 |
| AURETR009 Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems | $32.40 | $9.60 | $34.50 |
| AURETR011 Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components | $32.40 | $9.60 | $22.25 |
| AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits | $48.60 | $14.40 | $26.75 |
| AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries | $32.40 | $9.60 | $26.50 |
| AW866 Module 1 (placement arranged) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AW867 Module 2 (commenced) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AW868 Module 3 (mid-point) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AW869 Module 4 (completed) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $9.25 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $17.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $9.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $26.75 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $33.75 |
|
|
$58.32 | $17.28 | $17.00 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AURAEA002 Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace | $32.40 | $9.60 | $17.50 |
| AURASA102 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace | $32.40 | $9.60 | $35.50 |
| AURETK002 Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace | $29.16 | $8.64 | $21.25 |
| AURETR006 Solder electrical wiring and circuits | $32.40 | $9.60 | $11.50 |
| AURETR007 Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems | $29.16 | $8.64 | $19.25 |
| AURETR008 Remove and replace electrical units and assemblies | $24.30 | $7.20 | $26.75 |
| AURETR009 Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems | $32.40 | $9.60 | $34.50 |
| AURETR011 Install basic ancillary electrical systems and components | $32.40 | $9.60 | $22.25 |
| AURETR112 Test and repair basic electrical circuits | $48.60 | $14.40 | $26.75 |
| AURETR115 Inspect, test and service batteries | $32.40 | $9.60 | $26.50 |
| AW866 Module 1 (placement arranged) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AW867 Module 2 (commenced) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AW868 Module 3 (mid-point) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AW869 Module 4 (completed) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $9.25 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $17.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $9.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $26.75 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $33.75 |
|
|
$58.32 | $17.28 | $17.00 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.