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Brisbane
66 Ernest St, South Brisbane, QLD 4101
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Tuition Fee
Apprentices/trainees: $1.60 per nominal hour (concession rates apply for Health Care Card holders and Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander students); non-funded: fee-for-service cost confirmed prior to training
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TRA (Trades Recognition Australia)
Course Content
Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs. It applies to those working in the automotive industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.
Test and repair basic electrical circuits
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems.
Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engine management systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures.
Diagnose and repair charging systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair charging systems. The systems used vary based on the work context.
Diagnose and repair starting systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair starting systems. The systems used vary based on the work context.
Diagnose and repair ignition systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the ignition systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle hydraulic braking systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the hydraulic braking systems of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the spark ignition engines and compression ignition engines of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the emission control systems of light vehicles.
Carry out servicing operations
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out servicing operations.
Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and carry out a diagnostic testing strategy on vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Inspect and service braking systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service braking systems according to manufacturer specifications.
Diagnose and repair cooling systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the cooling systems of vehicles. The systems used vary based on the work context.
Inspect and service engines
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service engines.
Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle petrol fuel systems.
Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.
Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate in an automotive workplace. It involves communicating effectively by conveying and receiving information using verbal and non-verbal techniques and correct automotive technical terminology.
Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). It involves ensuring that the vehicle high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) is isolated before commencing any service or repair work. It also involves calibrating vehicle systems that may need resetting once the energy storage system is reinitialised. Importance is placed in the unit on applying RESS and separated extra low voltage (SELV) electrical safety procedures. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). It involves working with the automotive electrical components and electrical systems that support the control and operation of the vehicle. Importance is placed in the unit on applying high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) electrical safety procedures.
Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles (BEVs). It involves ensuring the vehicle high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) is isolated before commencing any service or repair work. It also involves calibrating vehicle systems that may need resetting once the energy storage system is reinitialised. Importance is placed in the unit on applying RESS and separated extra low voltage (SELV) electrical safety procedures.
Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles (BEVs). It involves working with automotive electrical components, maintaining rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS), and performing basic tests on electric drive motors. Importance is placed in the unit on applying both high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage systems RESS and separated extra low voltage (SELV) electrical safety procedures.
Diagnose and repair high voltage rechargeable energy storage systems in hybrid electric vehicles
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the high voltage rechargeable energy storage systems of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The unit involves preparing for the task, sourcing a diagnostic testing strategy, diagnosing the cause of the fault, carrying out the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation. Importance is placed in the unit on applying electrical safety procedures when working on high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS).
Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, use and maintain electrical test equipment used in an automotive workplace for the purpose of identifying, diagnosing and rectifying electrical and electronic faults in vehicles or machinery. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical systems and components include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Solder electrical wiring and circuits
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to solder electrical components, electrical circuits and system wiring. It involves preparing for the task, preparing components, circuits and wiring for soldering, carrying out soldering, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The electrical wiring and circuits include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to install vehicle, vessel or machinery low voltage (LV) direct current (DC) lighting and wiring systems that are not an integral part of vehicle or machinery controller area network databus (CAN-bus) topography. It involves preparing for the task, installing and testing the operation of lighting and wiring systems, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. LV lighting and wiring systems include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Repair wiring harnesses and looms
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to test an existing wiring harness and loom, remove, fabricate and fit the new wiring harness and loom, and then test its operation. It involves preparing for the task, performing the work, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The wiring harnesses and looms include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair vehicle dynamic control systems.
Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the compression ignition engine management systems of vehicles, vessels or machinery.
Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems. The systems used vary based on the work context.
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems. The systems used vary based on the work context
Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine components and systems, as well as of the principles of engine operation, during the testing and repair of basic electrical circuits in vehicles, vessels and machinery.
Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair electronic body management systems.
Diagnose and repair integrated engine and transmission management systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the engine and transmission management systems of vehicles or machinery. These systems communicate on the vehicle two-wire (CAN-bus) networked controlled circuit and are an integral part of an engine and transmission management system.
Recover vehicle refrigerants
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to recover vehicle air conditioner refrigerants in designated recovery cylinders for disposal according to safety and environmental procedures while observing critical precautions, given that refrigerant may be flammable.
Service air conditioning and HVAC systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to service air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery.
Diagnose and repair air conditioning and HVAC components
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the air conditioning systems, including heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, fitted to a range of vehicles and machinery for passenger convenience and comfort. The systems used vary based on the work context.
Carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out light vehicle wheel alignment operations.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle mechanical fuel injection systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the mechanical fuel injection systems of light vehicles. The unit involves preparing for the task, sourcing a diagnostic testing strategy, diagnosing the cause of the fault, carrying out the repair, performing post-repair testing, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle final drive assemblies
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the final drive assemblies of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle drive shafts
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the drive shafts of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the manual transmissions of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle automatic transmissions
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the automatic transmissions of light vehicles.
Diagnose and repair light vehicle clutch systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the clutch systems of light vehicles.
Conduct non-destructive testing
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to perform non-destructive testing on vehicle components and materials. It involves preparing for non-destructive testing, testing components and materials in order to determine component suitability and serviceability, and completing workplace processes. It applies to those working in the motor sport industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Carry out mechanical pre-repair operations
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to prepare and clean mechanical components. It involves preparing for the task, cleaning and tagging equipment for repair or storage, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The pre-repair operations include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery or motorcycles. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Carry out vehicle safety inspections
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to carry out a vehicle safety inspection, compare findings with manufacturer specifications, and report those findings. It involves preparing for the task, carrying out a vehicle safety inspection, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives in the automotive vehicle industry.
Diagnose complex system faults
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose faults in complex vehicle, vessels or machinery systems to determine the repair action necessary to restore system performance.
Machine brake drums and brake disc rotors
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, evaluate and machine vehicle brake drums and brake disc rotors to manufacturer specifications.
Inspect and service cooling systems
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service air and liquid cooling systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, reporting the inspection findings, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The cooling systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycle or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Inspect and service steering systems
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service steering systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the system, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The steering systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, marine vessels, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Inspect and service suspension systems
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service front and rear suspension systems. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the front and rear suspension system for wear, oil or air leaks and physical damage, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the system, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The suspension systems include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles, outdoor power equipment or trailers. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems.
Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in engine forced-induction systems.
Balance wheels and tyres
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to balance automotive wheels and tyres. It involves identifying and confirming work requirements; preparing for the work; inspecting, balancing and refitting wheel and tyre assemblies; and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working within the automotive light vehicle service and repair or light vehicle wheel alignment industry. The wheels and tyres include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery, motorcycles or trailers.
Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to select, use, maintain and store automotive measuring equipment. It involves selecting and maintaining measuring equipment, and using measuring equipment to determine length, width, angles, ovality, depth, out of square, clearances, run-out, pressure and temperature of automotive components and materials. It applies to those working in all sectors of the automotive industry. This unit does not apply to electrical measuring equipment that measures voltage, resistance or current flow. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Inspect and service final drive assemblies
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to inspect and service final drive assemblies. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the assembly, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the assembly, and completing workplace processes and documentation. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. The final drive assemblies include those of agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Inspect and service drive shafts
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service vehicle drive shafts. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the drive shaft for damage or abnormal wear, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the drive shaft, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
Inspect and service manual transmissions
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service manual transmissions.
Inspect and service automatic transmissions
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and service automatic transmissions. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting the transmission, reporting the inspection findings, servicing and adjusting the transmission, and completing workplace processes and documentation.
Diagnose and repair exhaust systems
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the exhaust systems of vehicles. The systems used vary based on the work context.
Inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repairs
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect damaged vehicle systems and recommend repair options. This unit involves preparing for the task, inspecting vehicle system damage, determining the extent of damage by measuring and recommending repair options consistent with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or authorised agency repair instructions. It also involves completing workplace processes and other documentation, including a final inspection report.
Carry out manual metal arc welding on components
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and weld components using the manual metal arc welding (MMAW) process.
Carry out basic gas metal arc welding
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and weld components using the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process.
Common Questions
Yes, you must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. You should speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).
Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour, calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost, which will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training. Additionally, the Queensland government is supporting young Queenslanders up to the age of 25 by providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337, protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210, mechanic gloves, ear plugs or muffs, hair protection (long hair below collar length must be restrained with a hat, headband, or hair tie) within the workshop environment, and 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing. If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
TAFE Queensland offers flexible training options to suit employers and apprentices, including workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training (mobile van), day release, online learning, or a mix of all these options. Campuses are available across Greater Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Darling Downs and South West, Wide Bay Burnett, and North Queensland.
Graduates can pursue a career as a Light Vehicle Mechanic and can apply for recognition as a qualified light vehicle tradesperson. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics grew strongly over the past five years with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies, and around 23,000 job openings are expected over the next five years.
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