In today's busy world we rely on vehicles to get us where we need to go, and to enable the transport of goods around the country. The automotive industry covers a wide range of areas that contribute to the manufacturing and maintenance of cars, trucks, plant vehicles and automotive machinery.
The industry also offers opportunities to be involved in research and technology in areas such as vehicle safety and sustainable fuels, leading the industry into the future.
Qualifications and courses in this area can set you up for a career in a range of areas including vehicle repairs, paint and body building, mechanical technology, automotive electrics, heavy plant machinery and vehicles including trucks, and outdoor power equipment. And if cars or trucks aren't your thing, motorcycles are covered too.
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industry course list: Automotive
The list presented here is only for this industry category. You can select a qualification or course title to see a list of training providers in Western Australia who deliver it – then select a provider to find out more.
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The vocational education and training (VET) courses delivered in Western Australia on this course list are funded through the Department of Training and Workforce Development; these are referred to as publicly funded training. A range of qualifications and courses for priority industry areas and occupations are subsidised under Jobs and Skills WA, to reduce the cost of training in priority skill areas. To find out more about which courses are subsidised, please take a look at the information available on the main Training page.
Other non-publicly funded courses are available through TAFE colleges and private providers; however these are not included in this course list. To find these other courses, you can search a list of all VET courses in WA via the myskills.gov.au website.
Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology
National ID : AUR30820 | State ID : BGA6
Get set for a great career on two wheels!
When you complete the Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology, you'll be ready for a career in the motorcycle repair industry.
Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology
National ID : AUR30720 | State ID : BFZ1
Plug into your new career!
If you love the idea of working with power tools and equipment, but on the mechanical and maintenance side, the Certificate III in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology is the course for you!
Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application
National ID : MSM30216 | State ID : BAN7
Prepare a smooth surface for your future career!
This qualification provides skills in how to perform a wide range of protective coating application and surface preparations that occur across a variety of infrastructure, heavy industry and ships.
Certificate IV in Automotive Management
National ID : AUR40116 | State ID : BAD4
Ready to switch your automotive career up a gear?
If you would like to move your career into a leadership role such as a Service Manager, Sales Manager, Workshop Manager or Parts Manager — this is the course for you!
Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis
National ID : AUR40216 | State ID : BAB6
Time to rev up your auto career? Here you go!
If you're a mechanic (or an experienced auto worker) who would like to boost your employment or career prospects, or gain some advanced skills to move into a more specialised area, this is the course for you! This nationally recognised and accredited qualification will give you advanced skills and knowledge in light vehicle diagnostics.
Certificate IV in Train Driving
National ID : TLI42622 | State ID : BHX8
Get railroaded into some quality training and a great career!
Train your sights on becoming a qualified train driver with the Certificate IV in Train Driving! This nationally recognised qualification will teach you to drive a range of electric passenger trains, locomotives and heavy haul freight trains.
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inspection and Servicing Skill Set
National ID : AURSS00037 | State ID : AD544
A career that's got a buzz about it!
Sales of Hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) are rapidly growing in WA as more people move towards sustainable and renewable energy sources. The State Government recently released its Electric Vehicle Strategy to support the transition to low and zero-emission electric vehicles and maximise the benefits for WA. The strategy includes the creation of a statewide electric vehicle charging infrastructure network, and a target of minimum 25 per cent electric vehicles for new light and small passenger and small and medium SUV government fleet vehicles by 2025/26.