At the completion of this qualification graduates will be ready to move into employment within the motor industry or carry on to study the level three New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering qualification. Graduates will be awarded the New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills level 2.

Modules Covered Include:
- Vehicle systems and components
- Automotive electrical and electronics
- Batteries
- Lamps and lighting systems
- Vehicle servicing
- Workshop tools and equipment
- Workshop engineering
- Wheels and tyres
- Workshop safety
- Hazardous materials
- Motor industry careers
- Lubricants
- Work experience
- Time management and planning