Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Course Overview
This program provides foundational training in automotive electrical systems, focusing on installation, diagnosis, and repair. Students learn to work with modern vehicle electronics and develop practical skills for entry-level roles in the automotive industry. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in a workshop setting.
Key Program Highlights
- Comprehensive training in automotive electrical systems
- Hands-on workshop experience with modern vehicle electronics
- Diagnostic and repair techniques for electrical components
- Preparation for industry certification and standards
- Pathway to employment in automotive electrical technology roles
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Start date
Jul 2026
Sep 2026
Nov 2026
Duration
Campus
RCC Hobart Campus
RCC Sydney Campus
Mode of study
Fees and deadlines depend on the selected options. Fees and currency conversion are approximate.
Offer response
4 - 6 weeks after your application is submitted
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Course Overview
This program provides foundational training in automotive electrical systems, focusing on installation, diagnosis, and repair. Students learn to work with modern vehicle electronics and develop practical skills for entry-level roles in the automotive industry. The course combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in a workshop setting.
Key Program Highlights
- Comprehensive training in automotive electrical systems
- Hands-on workshop experience with modern vehicle electronics
- Diagnostic and repair techniques for electrical components
- Preparation for industry certification and standards
- Pathway to employment in automotive electrical technology roles
Requirements
The requirements may vary based on your selected study options.
Modules
- Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
- Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
- Test and repair basic electrical circuits
- Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems
- Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
- Diagnose and repair charging systems
- Diagnose and repair starting systems
- Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies
- Diagnose and repair ignition systems
- Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems
- Diagnose and repair compression ignition engine management systems
- Solder electrical wiring and circuits
- Inspect and service engines
- Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace
- Apply knowledge of automotive electrical circuits and wiring systems
- Repair wiring harnesses and looms
- Install ancillary electronic systems and components
- Diagnose and repair instruments and warning systems
- Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
- Apply knowledge of petrol and diesel engine operation
- Diagnose and repair electronic body management systems
- Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace
- Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
- Carry out servicing operations
- Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines
- Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems
- Diagnose and repair light vehicle suspension systems
- Diagnose complex system faults
- Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems
- Diagnose and repair cooling systems
- Inspect and service braking systems
- Inspect and service petrol fuel systems
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Tuition fee
Apply by
Start date
Jul 2026
Sep 2026
Nov 2026
Duration
Campus
RCC Hobart Campus
RCC Sydney Campus
Mode of study
Fees and deadlines depend on the selected options. Fees and currency conversion are approximate.
Offer response
4 - 6 weeks after your application is submitted
