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Automotive
Do you have a passion for cars, trucks or bikes? Open up a range of different career options with an Automotive course at SM TAFE.
Our practical, hands-on Automotive qualifications cover a huge variety of areas within the industry including vehicle body building, automotive mechanical technology, automotive electrical technology, heavy plant and outdoor power equipment. We offer a comprehensive range of courses from pre-apprenticeship programs through to apprenticeships and post-trade specialisations.
Our purpose-built training facilities based at our Kwinana and Carlisle campuses feature specialised equipment including vehicles, automotive repair and diagnostic equipment, fully-equipped spray painting ovens, specialised workrooms and workshops. Our Thornlie campus features specialised heavy duty mechanical workshops and welcomes Apprentices from across the state.
Plan your study pathway in Automotive.
Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology
National ID AUR20220 | State ID BGA7Learn the skills to prepare for an automotive air conditioning apprenticeship.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Kwinana
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
National ID AUR32120 | State ID BFY1Learn the skills and knowledge to work in vehicle body repair. Learn how to replace panels and fittings and repair dents using cutting and welding techniques.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Carlisle
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology (Vehicle Body Painting Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID AUR20920 | State ID AC36Learn the skills and knowledge to prepare for an auto body painting apprenticeship.
Campuses
Study Modes
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology
National ID AUR20420 | State ID BFZ8Learn the skills to prepare for an automotive electrical apprenticeship.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Carlisle
Study Modes
- Traineeship
Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
National ID AUR30320 | State ID BFZ9Gain the skills to prepare you for a career in the automotive electrical industry. Learn how to diagnose and repair cars safely.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Carlisle
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology (Automotive Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship)
National ID AUR20420 | State ID AC29Gain the skills to prepare for an automotive electrical apprenticeship.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Carlisle
- Kwinana
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production - Bus, Truck and Trailer (Vehicle Body Building Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID AUM20218 | State ID AB70Learn the skills and knowledge to prepare for a bus, truck and trailer vehicle body building apprenticeship.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- On Campus
Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer
National ID AUM30218 | State ID BEE4Learn the skills and knowledge to prepare for a career in the automotive manufacturing industry (bus, truck and trailer) sector. Learn how to prepare materials for fabrication, mechanical cutting operations and welding.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology
National ID AUR32420 | State ID BGA9Gain the skills and knowledge to work in the vehicle body repair industry. Prepare surfaces for refinishing, and learn how to apply and restore exterior paint.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Carlisle
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology (Heavy Vehicle Servicing Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID AUR20520 | State ID AC34Learn the skills to prepare for a heavy vehicle or plant mechanic apprenticeship. Learn how to work on loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks and haul trucks.
Campuses
Study Modes
- Thornlie
Study Modes
- On Campus