About this course
Are you passionate about mechanics and outdoor equipment? This course is ideal if you are looking for a hands-on career in service centres, repair workshops or as a mobile technician.
This course covers how to repair and maintain outdoor power equipment. You will learn how to work on lawnmowers, chainsaws and other small engines.
This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Contact your preferred course provider for course entry requirements.
This course must be done as an apprenticeship. You’ll get practical skills and experience in a specific trade or profession. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.
To do an apprenticeship you’ll need an employer willing to hire you as an apprentice.
To get started:
- search for advertised apprenticeship opportunities and apply
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as an apprenticeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.
Core units
Unit title Unit code Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace AURAEA002 Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace AURASA102 Service and repair rotary cutting systems AURPTA103 Service and repair chainsaw cutting systems AURPTA105 Inspect and service line trimming systems and components AURPTA106 Service and repair post boring systems AURPTA107 Service and repair post hole digging systems AURPTA108 Service and repair reciprocating cutting systems AURPTA109 Inspect and service pumping systems AURPTA110 Diagnose and repair pumping systems AURPTA111 Inspect and service outdoor power equipment engines AURPTE102 Diagnose and repair outdoor power equipment engines AURPTE103 Overhaul outdoor power equipment engines AURPTE104 Inspect and service cordless electric tool skins AURPTR104 Diagnose and repair cordless electric tool skins AURPTR105 Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies AURTTA118 Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace AURTTK102 Elective units
Unit title Unit code Manage complex customer requirements in an automotive workplace AURACA102 Build customer relations in an automotive workplace AURACA103 Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace AURAFA103 Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace AURAMA001 Communicate business information in an automotive workplace AURAMA102 Identify basic automotive faults using troubleshooting processes AURATA001 Use and maintain electrical test equipment in an automotive workplace AURETK002 Solder electrical wiring and circuits AURETR006 Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems AURETR009 Remove, replace and program electrical and electronic units and assemblies AURETR026 Test and repair basic electrical circuits AURETR112 Inspect, test and service batteries AURETR115 Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles AURETR125 Diagnose and repair charging systems AURETR129 Diagnose and repair starting systems AURETR130 Diagnose and repair ignition systems AURETR131 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems AURETR132 Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle clutch systems AURHTX104 Inspect, service and repair track type drive and support systems AURKTA005 Diagnose and repair light vehicle steering systems AURLTD104 Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines AURLTE102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle diesel fuel injection systems AURLTF102 Remove, inspect, repair and refit light vehicle tyres and tubes AURLTJ102 Diagnose and repair light vehicle manual transmissions AURLTX101 Diagnose and repair light vehicle emission control systems AURLTZ101 Service and repair drum cutting systems AURPTA104 Test and service 240 volt portable generators AURPTR101 Test and service electric outdoor power equipment AURPTR102 Service and repair outdoor power equipment engine management systems AURPTR103 Deploy and service autonomous outdoor power equipment AURPTR106 Inspect and service hydraulic systems AURTTA006 Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems AURTTA113 Diagnose complex system faults AURTTA121 Inspect and service braking systems AURTTB101 Inspect and service cooling systems AURTTC001 Diagnose and repair cooling systems AURTTC103 Inspect and service steering systems AURTTD002 Inspect suspension systems AURTTD003 Inspect and service suspension systems AURTTD004 Inspect and service engines AURTTE104 Inspect and service petrol fuel systems AURTTF101 Diagnose and repair engine forced-induction systems AURTTF105 Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems AURTTF106 Remove, inspect and refit wheel hubs and associated brake components AURTTJ012 Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace AURTTK001 Inspect and service final drive assemblies AURTTQ001 Inspect and service manual transmissions AURTTX102 Inspect and service hydrostatic transmissions AURTTX104 Diagnose and repair hydrostatic transmissions AURTTX106 Diagnose and repair exhaust systems AURTTZ102 Carry out oxyacetylene brazing of components AURVTW002 Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting AURVTW018 Carry out manual metal arc welding on components AURVTW101 Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections AURVTW103 Carry out tungsten inert gas welding AURVTW104 Carry out basic gas metal arc welding AURVTW109 Undertake manual handling MEM11011 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering MEM13015 Organise and communicate information MEM16006 Use power tools/hand held operations MEM18002 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods TLID1001 Load and unload goods/cargo TLID2004 Move materials mechanically using automated equipment TLID2013
Course providers
This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Charleston Road (Bendigo)
Delivery modes: Flexible delivery
- Visit Bendigo TAFE for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Docklands
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Kangan Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Bairnsdale Trade Centre (Bairnsdale), Yallourn (Newborough), Leongatha, Warragul, Port of Sale (Sale)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit TAFE Gippsland for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider