Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

Timetable

Frankston – Monday to Wednesday 8.30am – 4pm
Dandenong – Wednesday to Friday 8.30am – 4pm

• Days per week: 3
• Hours per day: 7
• Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 10.5

All learning is conducted in person on campus.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
AURTTA127	Carry out basic vehicle servicing operations
AURAFA103	Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice 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
AURETK003	Operate electrical test equipment
AURTTB007	Remove and replace brake assemblies
AURAFA104	Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace
AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
AURETR048	Construct and test basic electronic circuits
AURLTJ113	Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies

Assessment methods

• Observation
• Questioning or Test/Quiz

Admission requirements

• Minimum age requirement: 16
• Of school leaving age or have a transition from school form
• Have parental agreement for students under 18 years of age

Inherent requirements

Our inherent requirements are a guide to help you decide if a course is right for you.

If you are a student with a disability, long-term illness, mental health condition or are a primary carer of an individual with a disability, you can apply for support through our Equitable Learning and Disability Support team.

Physical:
The simulated automotive workshop has all of the tools and equipment required to complete the course, while in the workshop you may be required to:
• Be on your feet for periods of time
• Use hand tools and power tools
• Be exposed to noisy environments Inherent Requirements
• Be reasonably fit as some lifting may be required
• Have good eyesight and hearing as students will have to visually inspect vehicles and listen for unusual noises

Language, literacy and numeracy

You are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.

We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

Below are the levels required for this course:

• Language and literacy: 2
• Numeracy: 2

Practical placement

There are no practical placement requirements for this course.

Simulated work environment

The automotive workshop is considered a real work environment with personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times. PPE consists of long workpants, long sleeve workshirt and steel-capped work boots, and safety glasses. Where safety glasses are required, you will be provided with them.

Approved PPE/work wear is required when in the workshop, long hair must be tied up. Nails must be kept short, no acrylic nails. Jewellery/Piercings – kept to a minimum.

Student attire must not breach any anti-discrimination legislation.

Fees

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Fees
Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
Free TAFE	FREE	freeAmount
Concession	$378	ConcessionAmount
Government subsidised	$1,890	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
Full fee paying	$5,513	FullfeeAmount
Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials	$285	MaterialFeeAmount
And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

Total fees

Additional costs

There may be some additional costs required to successfully complete your course. This may be equipment, tools or text books.

Approx Cost $100 - $200 Details: PPE (personal protective equipment must be worn in the workshop area)

*Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
**You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

Help with fees

Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.

Skills recognition

Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

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The first step to an automotive apprenticeship starts here

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)