AUR20720
Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
Prepare for your career in the light and heavy automotive and marine industries with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to pursue a heavy commercial vehicle repair, light vehicle repair, mobile plant repair, diesel fitting or marine mechanical apprenticeship.
Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more
There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
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This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.
Course overview
Prepare for your career in the light or heavy automotive and marine industries with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the basic skills and knowledge needed to pursue a light vehicle repair, heavy commercial vehicle repair, mobile plant repair, diesel fitting or marine mechanical apprenticeship.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for qualified mechanics grew strongly over the past five years with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. Job openings are expected to remain steady over the next five years.
In this course you will gain the basic skills and knowledge required to carry out workplace tasks safely and effectively. You will become familiar with electrical and mechanical components and systems and learn how to use appropriate tools and equipment to complete basic removal, inspection and refitting of heavy or light automotive vehicle components, or marine outboard, inboard and jet ski components.
This course will set you on the path to finding an apprenticeship in a wide range of automotive occupations including a light vehicle repair, heavy commercial vehicle repair (truck, Bus and Trailer servicing and repair) or Mobile Plant Repair (earth moving and mining equipment repair) or within marine mechanical workshops specialising in light and heavy diesel marine engines.
What can I do?
- Vehicle Service Assistant
- Automotive Apprentice
- Marine Service Assistant
- Marine Mechanical Apprentice
Course outcome:
AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
Industry partnerships
TAFE Queensland has developed many strong relationships with the major players across the automotive industry. We have partnered with companies such as Toyota, Nissan, Komatsu, and Jeep Chrysler to deliver industry-current, tailored training programs. Employees trained by TAFE Queensland are highly-skilled and highly-valued.
Job outcomes
TAFE Queensland will continue to assist you, even after you've completed your qualification. Utilising our strong industry connections, we link students with employers looking to hire our highly-skilled graduates. Once you have completed your Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation, register your interest in an apprenticeship with our Find Your Apprentice service.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below.
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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28 Jan 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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29 Jan 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
29 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Alexandra Hills
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On Campus
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22 Apr 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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23 Apr 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
23 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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28 Apr 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
28 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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14 Jul 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 2.5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Alexandra Hills
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On Campus
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14 Jul 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
14 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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16 Jul 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
16 Jul 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Alexandra Hills
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On Campus
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07 Oct 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
07 Oct 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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08 Oct 2025
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10 weeks
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Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
08 Oct 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle: Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Ashmore
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On campus with some online
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29 Jan 2025
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10 weeks
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Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
29 Jan 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
10 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Nambour
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On Campus
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03 Nov 2025
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6 weeks
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Full time 5 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
03 Nov 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
6 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 5 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Bundaberg
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On Campus
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22 Apr 2025
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6 weeks
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Full time 5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
22 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
6 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 5 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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Hervey Bay
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On Campus
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23 Apr 2025
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20 weeks
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Full time 2 nights per week
Wednesday, Thursday
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
23 Apr 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
20 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 2 nights per week
Wednesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Hervey Bay
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On Campus
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04 Nov 2025
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6 weeks
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Full time 5 days per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
04 Nov 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
6 weeks
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Full time 5 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
-
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
-
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
-
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
-
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
-
You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
- View comparison chart
CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATE | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Acacia Ridge
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On Campus
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03 Feb 2025
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4 terms
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Heavy Vehicle - Part time 1 day per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
03 Feb 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 terms
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Heavy Vehicle - Part time 1 day per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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03 Feb 2025
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4 terms
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Light Vehicle - Part time 1 day per week
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START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
03 Feb 2025
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
4 terms
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Light Vehicle - Part time 1 day per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
No
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
|
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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03 Feb 2025
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4 terms
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Heavy Vehicle - Part time 1 day per week
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