Certificate in Automotive Lighting & Electrical Systems

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  • Course Duration4 months
  • Learning FormatOnline Learning

Course Overview

The Certificate in Automotive Lighting & Electrical Systems is designed to provide learners with practical knowledge and technical skills required to understand, inspect, test, diagnose, maintain, and service automotive lighting and electrical systems. The program covers automotive electrical fundamentals, batteries, wiring, fuses, relays, lighting circuits, switches, control modules, sensors, vehicle communication systems, and modern electronic lighting technologies.

Learners will develop an understanding of how automotive electrical systems support vehicle lighting, visibility, signaling, safety, starting, charging, comfort, and electronic control functions. The program emphasizes electrical circuit inspection, wiring diagnosis, voltage and continuity testing, lighting fault identification, component testing, preventive maintenance, and safe automotive electrical service practices.

Skills Covered

  • Fundamentals of automotive electrical systems

  • Automotive voltage, current, resistance, and power

  • Electrical circuits and circuit protection

  • Automotive batteries and power supply

  • Battery inspection and basic testing

  • Automotive wiring harnesses

  • Electrical connectors and terminals

  • Grounding and earth circuits

  • Fuses and circuit protection

  • Relays and relay-controlled circuits

  • Automotive switches and controls

  • Headlight systems

  • High-beam and low-beam circuits

  • Daytime running lights

  • Fog and auxiliary lighting

  • Tail and parking lights

  • Brake light systems

  • Turn indicators and hazard warning systems

  • Reverse light systems

  • Interior and courtesy lighting

  • Number plate and exterior lighting

  • LED automotive lighting systems

  • Halogen and other automotive lighting technologies

  • Adaptive and intelligent lighting concepts

  • Lighting control modules

  • Body Control Modules (BCMs)

  • Lighting sensors and automatic controls

  • Wiring diagrams and circuit schematics

  • Voltage and voltage-drop testing

  • Continuity and resistance testing

  • Digital multimeter operation

  • Electrical fault tracing

  • Open-circuit and short-circuit diagnosis

  • Poor connection and grounding fault diagnosis

  • Lighting system troubleshooting

  • Preventive electrical maintenance

  • Electrical safety and service documentation

Why Join This Program?

  • Develop a strong foundation in automotive lighting and electrical systems.

  • Understand how modern vehicle electrical circuits operate.

  • Learn practical inspection and testing procedures for automotive lighting.

  • Develop skills in diagnosing headlights, indicators, brake lights, and auxiliary lighting.

  • Understand fuses, relays, switches, wiring, connectors, and grounding systems.

  • Learn how to use a digital multimeter for automotive electrical testing.

  • Develop systematic methods for tracing electrical faults.

  • Understand LED and modern electronic vehicle lighting technologies.

  • Learn about lighting control modules and body control systems.

  • Develop skills in identifying open circuits, short circuits, voltage drops, and poor connections.

  • Improve preventive maintenance and electrical safety practices.

  • Build practical skills applicable to automotive workshops, dealerships, service centers, inspection facilities, and fleet maintenance operations.

Course Objective

The objective of this program is to develop practical knowledge and technical competence in automotive lighting and electrical systems. Learners will gain an understanding of vehicle electrical fundamentals, batteries, wiring, connectors, fuses, relays, switches, lighting circuits, control modules, sensors, and modern lighting technologies. The program aims to develop the ability to inspect, test, diagnose, maintain, and service automotive lighting and electrical systems using appropriate tools and systematic troubleshooting procedures.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamental principles of automotive electrical systems.

  • Identify major components used in automotive lighting and electrical circuits.

  • Explain basic electrical concepts including voltage, current, resistance, and power.

  • Identify automotive batteries and their role in vehicle electrical systems.

  • Inspect basic battery connections and electrical power supply conditions.

  • Identify automotive wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals, and grounding points.

  • Explain the functions of fuses and circuit protection devices.

  • Explain the operation and application of automotive relays.

  • Identify different types of automotive switches and electrical controls.

  • Identify major vehicle lighting systems and their functions.

  • Explain the operation of headlight high-beam and low-beam circuits.

  • Inspect and diagnose daytime running lights, fog lights, and auxiliary lighting.

  • Inspect and diagnose tail lights, parking lights, brake lights, and reverse lights.

  • Diagnose basic turn indicator and hazard warning circuits.

  • Inspect interior, courtesy, and other vehicle lighting systems.

  • Understand the characteristics and applications of LED automotive lighting.

  • Explain basic concepts of adaptive and electronically controlled lighting systems.

  • Identify lighting control modules and Body Control Module functions.

  • Read and interpret basic automotive wiring diagrams and circuit schematics.

  • Perform voltage, continuity, resistance, and voltage-drop tests.

  • Use a digital multimeter safely and correctly for basic automotive electrical testing.

  • Identify open circuits, short circuits, poor connections, and grounding faults.

  • Apply systematic troubleshooting methods to lighting and electrical problems.

  • Perform basic inspection and testing of lighting components and circuits.

  • Apply preventive maintenance procedures to automotive electrical and lighting systems.

  • Follow appropriate safety procedures when working with vehicle electrical circuits.

  • Maintain basic electrical inspection, diagnostic, and service records.

  • Apply structured fault-finding procedures to support reliable automotive lighting and electrical system operation.

Why Choose London Technology College?

  • • Open to All – Whether you're brand new or brushing up your skills, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
  • • Practical Approach – Learn by doing, with hands-on exercises that reflect real-world office tasks.
  • • Experienced Tutors – Our instructors bring real industry know-how and a passion for teaching.
  • • Certificate of Completion – Add an accredited certificate to your CV or LinkedIn profile to boost your job prospects.
  • • Flexible Learning Options – Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Ideal for working professionals and international students seeking flexibility without compromising quality.
  • • Job-Ready Skills – Get trained in tools and techniques that employers actually look for.
  • • Support That Stays With You – Need help? Our team is here from start to finish—no question is too small.
  • • Learn at Your Own Pace – Take your time or move quickly—the course is designed to adapt to your needs.
  • • Hands-On Projects – Put your skills into action with tasks like reports, spreadsheets, resumes, and more.

Certificate of Completion

Earn a professional Certificate of Completion from London Technology College, demonstrating your newly acquired skills. This certificate is ideal for academic CVs, research proposals, and job applications in professional roles.

Earn Your Certificate in Certificate in Automotive Lighting & Electrical Systems:

  • • Industry-recognised certificate issued by London Technology College.
  • • Demonstrate competence through real-world, practical projects.
  • • Validate your skillset for research, analytics, and professional careers.