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SSAUR0005

Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

This skill set will provide you with skills and knowledge in the safe depowering, reinitialising, servicing and maintenance of both hybrid and electric vehicles.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Wide Bay Burnett
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 18 Feb 2025 Duration: 4 days View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Fee-Free TAFE

Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

$0

Course overview

This skill set will provide you with skills and knowledge in the safe depowering, reinitialising, servicing and maintenance of both hybrid and electric vehicles.

Learn essential skills including being high voltage (HV) safety aware, identifying a hybrid battery electric vehicle and its main components, and how to ensure the vehicle's HV rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) is isolated in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications before commencing any inspection or service work. This course also covers information around workshop set up, personal protective equipment (PPE) and special tool requirements.

Successful completion of this accredited skill set will equip you with the skills you need to safely depower, reinitialise, test, service and maintain hybrid and battery electric vehicles.

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units from the list below. 

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETH011
    Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETH011
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes required to depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). It involves ensuring that the vehicle high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) is isolated before commencing any service or repair work. It also involves calibrating vehicle systems that may need resetting once the energy storage system is reinitialised. Importance is placed in the unit on applying RESS and separated extra low voltage (SELV) electrical safety procedures. It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETH012
    Service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETH012
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes required to service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). It involves working with the automotive electrical components and electrical systems that support the control and operation of the vehicle. Importance is placed in the unit on applying high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) electrical safety procedures.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    AURETH011
  • UNIT NAME
  • Service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETH101
    Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETH101
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles (BEVs). It involves ensuring the vehicle high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage system (RESS) is isolated before commencing any service or repair work. It also involves calibrating vehicle systems that may need resetting once the energy storage system is reinitialised. Importance is placed in the unit on applying RESS and separated extra low voltage (SELV) electrical safety procedures.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles

  • UNIT CODE
  • AURETH102
    Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles
    UNIT CODE :
    AURETH102
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles (BEVs). It involves working with automotive electrical components, maintaining rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS), and performing basic tests on electric drive motors. Importance is placed in the unit on applying both high voltage (HV) rechargeable energy storage systems RESS and separated extra low voltage (SELV) electrical safety procedures.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    AURETH101
  • UNIT NAME
  • Inspect and maintain battery electric vehicles
Ways to study
  • 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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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Bundaberg
On Campus
18 Feb 2025
4 days
Full time - Only available through Green Jobs, Bright Future for Bundaberg
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

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Bundaberg

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

18 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

4 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time - Only available through Green Jobs, Bright Future for Bundaberg
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

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.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Bundaberg
On Campus
18 Mar 2025
4 days
Full time - Only available through Green Jobs, Bright Future for Bundaberg
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

demo

Bundaberg

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

18 Mar 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

4 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time - Only available through Green Jobs, Bright Future for Bundaberg
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Fee-Free TAFE: $0

    Fee-Free TAFE is a government initiative covering some or all of your course fees for eligible students. Learn more

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.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Skill Set (SSAUR0005)

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Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSAUR0005
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Must be qualified in an automotive light, auto electrical, heavy or mobile plant trade qualification, or indentured in an apprenticeship in these areas.

It is recommended you have language, literacy and numeracy levels to year 10. It is highly recommended that you are computer literate as there is a portion of the course which includes computer work.

You must not have a pacemaker, another medical device, or a condition that can be affected by the strong permanent magnets within an EV, as per AS5732:2022 (Sect 2.1).

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. 
You must supply your own personal protective equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment

Students failing to meet required personal protective equipment standards of dress listed below, will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

The required personal protective equipment will consist of:

  • Eye protection – Clear safety glasses, (tinted or sunglasses not acceptable). These must conform to the Australian Standard AS/NZS 1336 or 1337.
  • Protective footwear – Safety toe, leather upper, non-slip safety footwear must be worn. They must comply with Australian Standard AS 2210 and be in good condition.
  • Protective clothing – Long sleeved shirts and long pants – industrial cotton drill work wear, must be worn at all times.
  • Hand protection - Mechanic gloves
  • Ear protection - Ear plugs or ear muffs

Materials list

You will need to bring to class:

  • Calculator
  • Pen
  • Notebook
  • Eraser
  • Pencil HB and 2H
  • Sharpener
  • 2GB memory stick
  • Highlighter

Other materials may be required for assignment work; these will be discussed in class.

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.