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National code: AUR30320

Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology at Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC)

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Part Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

On campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

3 years

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Any time

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

8 hours

Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

15 hours

Fee details

Full fee This is the non-subsidised fee for the course. Payment plans may be available.

$15,160

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

Proposed timetable What time classes run

Australian Apprenticeships training can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both. TAFE NSW will negotiate your attendance and study pattern with you and your employer.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge assessments: short answer, multiple-choice and true or false questions, assignments

  • Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation

  • Simulated workplace projects: a portfolio of evidence

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • There is no work placement requirement for this qualification. As an apprentice, you will gain your experience on-the-job with your employer.

  • If you are enrolling as a non-apprentice, you need to be in relevant employment or have access to appropriate simulated workplace environments in order to meet the course completion requirements.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

Additional entry requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • To take this course as an apprenticeship you need to be employed as an apprentice in the industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer and

  • Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application

  • To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:

    • an apprentice (you will work in industry and study at the same time)
    • employed full time
    • signed up with an Apprentice Network Provider and have a Training Plan Proposal
    • seeking to gain skills and knowledge to become a qualified Automotive Electrical Technician after successful completion

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 32 Units of competency, including 21 core and 11 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace AURAEA002

  • Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace AURASA102

  • Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace AURETK002

  • Solder electrical wiring and circuits AURETR006

  • ... 6

Course delivery Studying on Campus

Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.

Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC)

TAFE NSW Coffs Harbour Education Campus is situated a short distance from the beach, almost halfway between the bustling city of Coffs Harbour and the laid-back community of Sawtell. The campus shares a site with the Coffs Harbour Senior College and Southern Cross University to create an innovative and inviting learning environment for students of all disciplines, as well as the Coffs Harbour Innovation Centre, a regional hub fostering innovative, creative and technology-based businesses.

Campus address

363 Hogbin Drive Coffs Harbour 2450

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

Coffs Harbour Station is 5500 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Auditorium and conference room

  • Dedicated design and media computer labs

  • Fully equipped fitness centre and gymnasium

  • Furniture design workshop

  • Gumbaynggirr room Aboriginal learner support centre

  • Hair and beauty training academy

  • Horticultural training centre

  • Maritime training and management facilities

  • Simulated business offices

  • Simulated hospital nursing labs

  • State-of-the-art automotive training workshop

  • Student performance theatre

  • Transport engineering technology centre

  • Welding and metal fabrication workshop

Student support

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  • Mon 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Tue 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Wed 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Thu 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed