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AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Are you looking to enter the automotive industry, or get a taste for the mechanical trade before undertaking an apprenticeship? This pre-apprenticeship course is designed to give you broad automotive knowledge as well as specialised skills in motor mechanics. It may also increase your opportunities to gain an apprenticeship.
This course is only offered at one location, see below.
Ballarat - SMB
Location
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
Ballarat - SMB
Semester 1
Semester 2
-
Other intakes
-
Length
16 weeks
Qualification Code
AUR20720

Free TAFE

This course is in the Free TAFE for Priority Courses list. Find out about the initiative and your eligibility

The AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation provides creative hands-on skills training and covers operational skills and knowledge such as identifying and inspecting mechanical and electrical components and systems of light vehicles, heavy vehicles, outdoor power equipment, bicycles, marine craft and motorcycles. This qualification also covers the skills and knowledge required to perform minor maintenance and repair of an automotive vehicle body.  

  • Automotive apprentice
  • Automotive serviceperson
  • Vehicle service assistant
  • Trades assistant

The course content below provides all possible units related to the course.  If the course has various streams, the units you are required to study will depend on your chosen stream.

USE AND MAINTAIN TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT IN AN AUTOMOTIVE WORKPLACE
AURTTK102
IDENTIFY AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICAL SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS
AURLTA101
IDENTIFY AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS
AURETR103
FOLLOW SAFE WORKING PRACTICES IN AN AUTOMOTIVE WORKPLACE
AURASA102
RESOLVE ROUTINE PROBLEMS IN AN AUTOMOTIVE WORKPLACE
AURAFA104
COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY IN AN AUTOMOTIVE WORKPLACE
AURAFA103
FOLLOW ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY BEST PRACTICE IN AN AUTOMOTIVE WORKPLACE
AURAEA002
REMOVE AND REPLACE WHEEL AND TYRE ASSEMBLIES
AURTTJ003
DISMANTLE AND ASSEMBLE MULTI-CYLINDER FOUR-STROKE PETROL ENGINES
AURTTE008
DISMANTLE AND ASSEMBLE SINGLE CYLINDER FOUR-STROKE PETROL ENGINES
AURTTE007
REMOVE AND REPLACE STEERING ASSEMBLIES
AURTTD007
REMOVE AND REPLACE VEHICLE FRONT SUSPENSION SPRINGS
AURTTD006
REMOVE AND REPLACE BRAKE ASSEMBLIES
AURTTB007
CARRY OUT BASIC VEHICLE SERVICING OPERATIONS
AURTTA127
INSPECT, TEST AND SERVICE BATTERIES
AURETR115

Students will complete approximately 24 hours per week of on campus study. Classes are held 2 days per week on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Additional study time may be required to complete assessments, classroom readings and activities. We recommend that approximately 2 hours per week should be put aside for these activities. 

For all TAFE applications, pre-training review questions and a literacy and numeracy review are part of the application process.

For information in relation to the University and students rights and responsibilities please refer to the VET Information Guide.

Applicants need to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required to undertake this course through a test as part of the application process. The test will be conducted through Federation College prior to commencement of training. Feedback will be provided to the applicant on their results and types of support, if necessary, available to them.

Direct application: Yes

Federation University code: LBW

National course code: AUR20720

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program.

Find out more about eligibility here.

2024 total estimated tuition fees for Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
Concession
Government Subsidised Place
Standard
Government Subsidised Place
Full Fee Place
(Not eligible for government subsidy)
$259$1,296$4,976

*Fees displayed are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are subject to change annually.

Visit our fees and charges page for more information.

Material Fees

Material fees cover the cost of items which are purchased by the university and provided to the student, such as tools, materials, uniforms, textbooks, excursions and other incidentals associated with the course.

The estimated material fees for this course are $390

Other study costs

Students will be required to supply their own PPE: Overalls, safety footwear

Important Information

Direct Debit Payment Plans are available for eligible students to help manage the payment of tuition and material fees throughout the enrolment year (excluding Diploma/Advanced Diploma tuition fees).

Students accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program need to be aware that enrolling in a qualification may affect their ability to access future government-subsidised training.

Free TAFE: Under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, some courses have free tuition for eligible students, however material fees (if applicable) will be payable by the student.  Free TAFE is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.

Further information on fees, payments and refunds is available here.

Scholarships

Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs.  Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.

If what you have learned at work, from other courses, units, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain unit credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.

Pathways:
AUR20516 Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology
AUR30616 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology

A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.

The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.

All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.

CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909

School department

Federation TAFE