Hybrid Electric Vehicle Inspection and Servicing Skill Set

This skill set covers the essential skills and knowledge required to inspect and service hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) systems and components in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

It is designed for qualified automotive technicians who need to safely work on hybrid electrical systems as part of modern vehicle maintenance, fault-finding and repair tasks.

This skill set provides the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to safely inspect and service hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) systems and components in the automotive retail, service and repair industry.

This skill set will be delivered concurrently with AURSS00064 Battery Electric Vehicle Inspection and Servicing Skill Set to support broader EV capability across the region.

Course Code

AURSS00037

Course Type

Accredited Course

Study mode

On Campus

Duration

3 days

Location

Morwell

Times

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00am - 4:00pm

Career opportunities

This skill set supports employment in roles such as:

  • Hybrid Electric Vehicle Service Technician
  • Automotive Electrical Technician (HEV-capable)
  • Light Vehicle Mechanic with hybrid servicing capabilities
  • Heavy Vehicle Mechanic servicing hybrid systems (where applicable)

It provides the required skills for technicians working in dealerships, independent workshops, fleet maintenance environments, and specialist electrical/EV service centres.

Opportunities for further study

  • AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis or equivalent (not on offer at TAFE Gippsland)
  • AUR40616 Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent (not on offer at TAFE Gippsland)

Some units provide credit towards AUR40620 Certificate IV in Automotive Electrical Technology, AUR32721 Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units.

Qualifications and Recognition

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment

Placement

Not Applicable

Specialist Course Information

N/A

Material and Equipment Supplied by Students

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Mandatory entry requirements:

To hold

  • AUR30316 Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent or
  • AUR30616 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent or
  • AUR31116 Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent

Recommended entry requirements:

  • Current employment in the automotive retail, service or repair industry
  • Ability to safely undertake mechanical and electrical servicing tasks in a workshop environment

Limitations to entry:

  • There are no additional limitations to entry beyond the mandatory qualification requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To find out more visit the TAFE Gippsland website or contact us to discuss your option.

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or cal 1300 133 717.

  • AURETH012 Service and maintain electrical components in hybrid electric vehicles
  • AURETH010 Diagnose and repair high voltage rechargeable energy storage systems in hybrid electric vehicles
  • AURETH011 Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2026. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2026. National Provider Number 0417