Get a head start on your automotive industry career, or boost your opportunities to get into an apprenticeship with a great overview of the industry and the different kinds of work and occupations it offers, as well as job ready skills to get that job.
You'll gain the knowledge and skills required of workers employed in a range of different automotive related fields, with a great overview of the industry and the different kinds of work and occupations it offers.
Through this nationally recognised and accredited qualification; you'll learn about tools and equipment, electrical and mechanical systems, basic servicing including tyres, and enjoy hands on learning with quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Completion of this course can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study. It's also an excellent pathway to an apprenticeship or traineeship in this industry.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Launch your career in Automotives!
With this Certificate II you will learn to identify and inspect mechanical and electrical components as well as systems of light vehicles, heavy vehicles and outdoor power equipment. This qualification also covers the skills and knowledge required to perform minor maintenance and repair of an automotive vehicle body.
You will learn:
- To use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace and use and maintain measuring tools,
- How to dismantle, tag and service engines,
- The safety and environmental relevant legislation and workshop practice,
- How to resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace and communicate effectively in an automotive workplace.
Enjoy hands-on learning with quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Participants will learn how to identify and inspect mechanical and electrical components and systems of automotive vehicles and equipment, as well as perform minor maintenance and repairs to an automotive vehicle body.Students will learn about effective communication, following safe work practices and how to use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace. This Qualification prepares students to work as a vehicle service assistant or progress into an automotive mechanical apprenticeship.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a limited range of tasks relating to identifying and inspecting mechanical and electrical components and systems of light vehicles. This qualification also covers the skills and knowledge required to perform minor maintenance and repair of an automotive vehicle body.
Delivery location
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.