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Fuel a world of possibilities with a TAFE NSW automotive course. Work on rebuilding old engines, get creative with custom paint finishes and use your problem-solving skills to work as a mechanic in the workshop. With practical industry experience and classroom tutoring, you’ll graduate with the skills to succeed, no matter what road you take.
Turn up the heat on your career as you develop the skills to specialise in automotive air conditioning. Reap the benefits of working in an industry that is always in demand. more...
Strengthen your automotive trade qualification and be ready to apply for your AAC02 Refrigerant Handling Licence. Broaden your career opportunities and become an automotive air conditioning specialist.
Specialise in custom trims and vintage restoration for cars and boats. Get creative as you customise, protect and beautify your customer’s prized possessions. more...
Gain specialised skills to restore vintage vehicles and design marine craft interiors. Follow your passion, build your understanding of design and get practical experience for a career as a vehicle trimmer or marine trimming technician.
Replace panels and remove dents as you repair and restore anything from a classic Ford Torona GT to a modern BMW Coupè to have them looking good as new. more...
Build the technical skills and knowledge you need to work as a vehicle body repair assistant and help restore cars. Learn a wide range of automotive workplace skills and acquire the tools and pathways to a promising career in the automotive repair industry.
Meet and beat high client expectations and deliver excellent results to damaged or restored automotive vehicles when you gain the skills to become a panel beater. Impress clients with your repair and restoration techniques whether it be a '71 HQ Monaro or a modern-day SUV.
Light a spark in your career and learn specialised skills to diagnose, repair and install electronic systems more...
Get the skills you need to start your career in the automotive electrical industry. Learn to diagnose and repair electrical faults on a range of vehicles. You’ll graduate ready for work as an accessory fitter or automotive electrical assistant.
Gain the skills to get qualified as an auto electrician. Work with a variety of vehicles and machinery, get access to state-of-the-art simulated workshops, and gain insight into the latest vehicle technologies.
Recondition and restore engine wear and tear, diagnose faults and ensure your clients’ cars are performing at their best. more...
Help your clients to see the road clearly by replacing automotive windows and rear vision mirrors. Learn to laminate windscreens, remove damaged glass and replace frames. more...
Gain the skills to install and remove window tint on vehicles with this short course. Expand your existing experience or embark on a new career opportunity in automotive window tinting.
Get on the road to success and become an automotive master technician who has specialist diagnostic and repair skills across electric, hybrid, diesel and petrol engines. more...
Use your analytical mind to interpret, design, build and install car parts. Work with clients to put your technical skills to the test in the automotive industry. more...
Drive into a successful career as a licensed automotive manufacturing technician and develop the practical skills and adaptability to thrive in this dynamic field. Build sturdy automotive products, use specialist craftsmanship and stand out in the manufacturing industry.
Add some colour to your career as you combine your love for cars and learn to create custom finishes and manufacture specific designs for a variety of vehicles. more...
Start your career as a vehicle refinishing technician. Learn the skills you need to paint, refinish, repair and maintain painted surfaces on automotive and recreational vehicles, aircraft and marine craft.
Step into the exciting world of automotive servicing and build a strong foundation in mechanics before following a specialist pathway in mechanics, or auto electronics. more...
This course is designed for people who are in control of a motor vehicle inspection station authorised under the Authorised Inspection Scheme (AIS) program administered by Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) of NSW. You might be a business owner, workshop manager or supervisor, etc., however anyone with approval to receive training for the Proprietor authority can enrol to gain this authority. Successful completion of the course will enable you to hold the Proprietor and Proprietor Nominee authority and applies to inspection stations that are accredited as Authorised Safety Check Inspection Scheme (ASCIS), Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Scheme (AUVIS), Heavy Vehicle Authorised Inspection Scheme (HVAIS) and Authorised Gas Inspection Scheme (AGIS) as well as those authorised for Crane and Fleet inspections. An Authorised Proprietor does not carry out inspection of vehicles or issue inspection certificates. The Authorised Proprietor is responsible for the compliant operation of the authorised inspection station, observing all of the Business Rules for Authorised Proprietors and Examiners 2016 and supervises the activities of Authorised Examiners under their control. Your enrolment includes access to our online learning portal where you can complete this course in your own time. No class attendance required. Estimated time to complete the course: 10 hours over 1 week. This course is coordinated from TAFE NSW Wollongong for all NSW.
Take your passion for the automotive industry and build a strong foundation with practical skills. Learn what it's like day-to-day in an automotive workshop and go on to drive your career towards specialist automotive fields.
Steer your career into automotive servicing roles as you learn to service and repair tyres, wheels, suspension and brakes on a range of automotive vehicles. more...
Specialise in heavy vehicle mechanics and find yourself in high demand as you service a variety of essential industries including agriculture and truck transportation. more...
Become a qualified heavy diesel mechanic and learn to diagnose, repair and maintain heavy vehicles. Gain the skills you need to fix trucks, keeping them safe and operational. Enjoy a rewarding career in a skills shortage industry and play an important role in keeping trucks on the road.
Take the wheel and journey into a rewarding career as a light vehicle mechanic. Know what makes an engine tick, by appreciating the old but evolving with the new. more...
This course is for trade qualified and licensed light vehicle mechanics who wish to become an Authorised Examiner. The course is open to light and heavy vehicle mechanics. The Authorised ASCIS Examiner is responsible for inspection of currently registered vehicles to ensure compliance with safety check standards. They carry out examination of light vehicles, motorcycles and light trailers and issue inspection certificates used for vehicle registration, defect clearance and other reasons.
Launch your automotive career and gain the skills you need to succeed in this highly supervised introductory course. You’ll gain experience in service and repair and a strong pathway to further automotive study or an automotive apprenticeship.
Restore a classic Triumph Bonneville, or use cutting-edge technology to repair a Ducati Supersport as you step into the dynamic industry of motorcycle mechanics. Learn how to diagnose and repair mechanical parts and systems and acquire the practical skills and knowledge to become a qualified motorcycle mechanic.
Become a trade qualified motor technician and join the exciting and evolving automotive industry. Ignite your curiosity to find out how things work and develop your abilities to solve complex problems and make repairs on a range of vehicles.
Master your technical skills to thrive as a qualified mobile plant technician and learn how to maintain and repair big rigs, mega machines and high powered engines. more...
Enjoy an active and fulfilling career maintaining and repairing mobile plant machinery in the mining, construction, forestry and earth-moving industry. Become a qualified mobile plant mechanic and stay one step ahead of technology.