Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship)
Get a head start on your automotive apprenticeship, and learn about the operation of vehicle electric systems and subsystems.
Through this pre-apprenticeship, you'll gain a nationally recognised and accredited qualification that's highly valued by employers.
You'll learn about the operation of vehicle electric systems and subsystems — including the use of electrical measuring equipment and diagnostics, and gain skills and knowledge to:
- interpret wiring diagrams;
- carry out minor repairs to electrical circuits/systems;
- test, service and replace batteries;
- apply basic troubleshooting and soldering techniques; and
- follow safe working practices and environmental guidelines.
This course is the perfect pathway into an apprenticeship — you'll have exactly the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for! Completion of this course can also provide credit towards a higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Training options
- Low fee
- Pre-apprenticeship or pre-traineeship
- STEM
Industry area
- Automotive
Study areas
- Automotive Electrical
- Vehicle Servicing
Course ID
- National ID: AUR20420
- WA State ID: AC29
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.
Jumpstart an electrifying career
Complete this pre-apprenticeship and you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrical technician. This specialised pre-apprenticeship will help you on a path to an apprenticeship or employment in heavy duty automotive, agriculture and mobile plant.
Many employers prefer apprenticeship applicants to have completed a pre-apprenticeship — this course will give you the skills and knowledge to make you more competitive and give you a flying start in learning a trade. Plus our strong links to the automotive industry may also help!
Enjoy quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Please note that entry into this course is competitive.
Delivery location
Ignite your automotive electrical career
Complete this pre-apprenticeship and you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrical technician.This specialised pre-apprenticeship will help you on a path to an apprenticeship or employment in heavy duty automotive, agriculture and mobile plant.
Many employers prefer apprenticeship applicants to have completed a pre-apprenticeship — this course will give you the skills and knowledge to make you more competitive and give you a flying start in learning a trade. Plus our strong links to the automotive industry may also help!
Enjoy quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Delivery location
When you complete the Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrician.
Learn in specialist facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Kwinana campus offers specialist training in automotive air conditioning with purpose-built air-conditioning rigs, providing students with a high quality of learning and practical skills. It also boasts a large modern, indoor workshop where students undertake all their learning and training.
Delivery locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
Through this pre-apprenticeship, you'll gain a nationally recognised and accredited qualification that's highly valued by employers.
You'll learn about the operation of vehicle electric systems and subsystems — including the use of electrical measuring equipment and diagnostics, and gain skills and knowledge to:
- interpret wiring diagrams;
- carry out minor repairs to electrical circuits/systems;
- test, service and replace batteries;
- apply basic troubleshooting and soldering techniques; and
- follow safe working practices and environmental guidelines.
This course is the perfect pathway into an apprenticeship — you'll have exactly the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for! Completion of this course can also provide credit towards a higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Training options
- Low fee
- Pre-apprenticeship or pre-traineeship
- STEM
Industry area
- Automotive
Study areas
- Automotive Electrical
- Vehicle Servicing
Course ID
- National ID: AUR20420
- WA State ID: AC29
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.
Jumpstart an electrifying career
Complete this pre-apprenticeship and you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrical technician. This specialised pre-apprenticeship will help you on a path to an apprenticeship or employment in heavy duty automotive, agriculture and mobile plant.
Many employers prefer apprenticeship applicants to have completed a pre-apprenticeship — this course will give you the skills and knowledge to make you more competitive and give you a flying start in learning a trade. Plus our strong links to the automotive industry may also help!
Enjoy quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Please note that entry into this course is competitive.
Delivery location
Ignite your automotive electrical career
Complete this pre-apprenticeship and you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrical technician.This specialised pre-apprenticeship will help you on a path to an apprenticeship or employment in heavy duty automotive, agriculture and mobile plant.
Many employers prefer apprenticeship applicants to have completed a pre-apprenticeship — this course will give you the skills and knowledge to make you more competitive and give you a flying start in learning a trade. Plus our strong links to the automotive industry may also help!
Enjoy quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Delivery location
When you complete the Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrician.
Learn in specialist facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Kwinana campus offers specialist training in automotive air conditioning with purpose-built air-conditioning rigs, providing students with a high quality of learning and practical skills. It also boasts a large modern, indoor workshop where students undertake all their learning and training.
Delivery locations
Jumpstart an electrifying career
Complete this pre-apprenticeship and you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrical technician. This specialised pre-apprenticeship will help you on a path to an apprenticeship or employment in heavy duty automotive, agriculture and mobile plant.
Many employers prefer apprenticeship applicants to have completed a pre-apprenticeship — this course will give you the skills and knowledge to make you more competitive and give you a flying start in learning a trade. Plus our strong links to the automotive industry may also help!
Enjoy quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Please note that entry into this course is competitive.
Locations
Ignite your automotive electrical career
Complete this pre-apprenticeship and you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrical technician.This specialised pre-apprenticeship will help you on a path to an apprenticeship or employment in heavy duty automotive, agriculture and mobile plant.
Many employers prefer apprenticeship applicants to have completed a pre-apprenticeship — this course will give you the skills and knowledge to make you more competitive and give you a flying start in learning a trade. Plus our strong links to the automotive industry may also help!
Enjoy quality facilities including modern vehicles, specialised diagnostic equipment, and fully equipped classrooms and workshops.
Locations
When you complete the Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in an apprentice automotive electrician.
Learn in specialist facilities
South Metropolitan TAFE's Kwinana campus offers specialist training in automotive air conditioning with purpose-built air-conditioning rigs, providing students with a high quality of learning and practical skills. It also boasts a large modern, indoor workshop where students undertake all their learning and training.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
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Disclaimer
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.