• You are seeking hands-on trade of servicing and fixing all things automotive electrical.
• You want to gain qualifications as an Automotive Electrician, Automotive Electrical Technician or Hybrid and EV Technician.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must: 

• Have technical and electrical systems aptitude.
• Enjoy manual work and have a good level of physical fitness.
• Possess the ability to communicate with others and interact with customers.
• Show the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Be able to follow instructions and work health and safety procedures.
• Have good hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Have good vision and hearing.
• Demonstrate basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.

When you complete this course, you will be ready for a career in the Automotive Industry. You will have the skills and knowledge to service, diagnose and repair electrical systems and components in vehicles in the Automotive Electrical Service and Repair Industry. 

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on campus as outlined in your training plan; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research, and complete assessment requirements.

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Workplace safety and environmentally sustainable work practices
  • Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
  • Inspect and service engines and petrol fuel systems
  • Diagnose and repair a range of electrical systems including charging, starting, ignitions and lighting
  • Electrical circuits, vehicle lighting and wiring
  • Petrol and diesel engine operation
  • Soldering electrical wiring and circuits
  • Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
  • De-power and re-initialise battery electric and hybrid electric vehicles
  • Install and service air conditioning systems
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.