Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology

About the course

This Certificate III course trains apprentices to service, diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems and components used in vehicle service and repair settings. You’ll build practical skills to troubleshoot faults and complete repairs safely and to industry standards. The training is designed specifically for apprenticeship pathways in the automotive electrical trade. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared for work in the automotive electrical service and repair industry, supporting installation, testing, fault-finding and repair of vehicle electrical components and systems. Typical employment outcomes include roles as an automotive electrician, working in workshops, dealerships or specialist auto-electrical businesses. This Certificate III supports entry-level trade employment in automotive electrical technology. Preparing graduates for engineering technician, draftsperson, and technical service roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in AUSTRALIA**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,920	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,103 - 1,459
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 322

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)