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Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology


 National Code: AUR20520
 TAFE SA Code: TP01292


Course Type: School Students

2026 start

Description

TAFE SA's courses for school students are designed for students in Year 11 to Year 12. They provide the opportunity to learn specific industry skills and gain credit towards a nationally recognised qualification, all while students undertake their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Get the skills to identify, inspect and service the mechanical and electrical components as may be found in light and heavy vehicles, outdoor power equipment, bicycles, marine craft and motorcycles. This entry-level qualification is designed to help you build a foundation of basic knowledge to help you prepare for a career in the automotive industry.
Duration
SACE Credits
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65 week

Part Time

Up to 50 Stage 2 Credits
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Barossa Valley
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Elizabeth
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Playford International College
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Riverton and District High School
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Mount Barker
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Murray Bridge Campus
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Mount Gambier
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Noarlunga
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Eastern Fleurieu Strathalbyn 7-12 Campus
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Reynella East 1 year Program
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Port Lincoln
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Port Pirie
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Balaklava High School
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Balaklava, Horizon Christian School
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Kadina Campus
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Peterborough High School
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Western Technical College
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Whyalla
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Port Augusta
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

You must be a school student undertaking SACE or equivalent, and meet the Flexible Industry Program eligibility criteria.

Course Delivery

  • Delivered one day per week over 18-24 months, depending on delivery location,
  • Block Delivery may be available at some locations,
  • Dates, times, course units and training plans may vary for each delivery location,
  • Intakes commence in Semester 1 each year, mid-year may be negotiated,
  • Study Mode is a combination of classroom, online and workshops,
  • It is recommended that students do not have a full study band at school if they wish to also study this qualification at TAFE SA,
  • At times, some courses may be combined with adults and/or apprentice classes.

Additional Information

Students must have the following Personal Protective Equipment (that students must organise themselves, approx $150-$200) including: long sleeve hi-vis shirt, long pants, steel capped boots, clear safety glasses.

Fees

Total Fees for the 65 week course
Subsidised co-payment
$270 - $280

Subsidised training will require applicants to meet eligibility criteria.

Fees may vary for each delivery location, depending on the subjects being offered, and are subject to change.

  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (AUR20520)
    This course covers workplace safety, basic automotive fault finding and troubleshooting, batteries, braking systems, cooling systems, steering systems, suspension systems and maintaining equipment. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 13 core units and 7 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Carry out servicing operations 20
    Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace 25
    Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace 20
    Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes 20
    Inspect and service braking systems 20
    Inspect and service cooling systems 10
    Inspect and service drive shafts 5
    Inspect and service engines 20
    Inspect and service final drive assemblies 5
    Inspect and service steering systems 10
    Inspect and service suspension systems 10
    Inspect, test and service batteries 10
    Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace 20

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Balance wheels and tyres 10
    Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace 20
    Diagnose and repair exhaust systems 10
    Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems 20
    Inspect and service manual transmissions 10
    Inspect and service petrol fuel systems 25
    Prepare vehicles for customer use 20
    Remove, inspect and refit light vehicle wheel and tyre assemblies 20
    Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes 40
    Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace 20
    Select and supply automotive parts and products 100
    Select light vehicle tyres and wheels 30
    Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace 15

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