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Outline

Level 1 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Studies

** More information coming soon ** 

Health and safety, introduction to motor vehicle, fault finding, cooling and lubrication, spark ignition and engine component and transmission.

 

Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair 

If you have previously completed a Level 1 Motor Vehicle Qualification then you can progress directly onto the level 2 programme.

We currently offer a City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair that is designed specifically to meet the technical needs of the motor vehicle industry.

The qualification currently consists of three written assignments and these include: Health and Safety, Tools and Equipment and Working Relations.

The course consists of seven units, including: Engine Mechanical, (Lubrication and Cooling), Engine Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust, Chassis (brakes, steering, suspension and wheels and tyres), Electrical, Transmission, Routine Maintenance and Inspection. 

The course provides you with the essential underpinning knowledge required to allow you to progress on to the level 3 programme

 

Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair 

If you have previously completed a Level 2 Motor Vehicle Qualification then you can progress directly onto the level 3 programme.

We currently offer a City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair that is designed specifically to meet the technical needs of the motor vehicle industry.

The qualification consists of diagnosis and rectification of the four main units and these are: Engines, Chassis (steering, suspension, wheels & tyres & brakes), Electrical and Transmission.

The course is 34 weeks long and is structured so that the technical and practical aspects run alongside each other.

The qualification provides you with essential knowledge in order to carry out diagnosis and repairs of cars and light commercial vehicles.

This qualification will also allow you the opportunity to progress into industry to become an M.O.T tester, auto electrician and much more and it gives you the skills required to become a competent vehicle technician.

 

Entry Requirements

Level 1 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have grade 4s at GCSE English and Maths.Level 2 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have progressed from the Level 1 course.Level 3 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have progressed from the Level 2 course.

*Fees

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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Academic Yr

24/25

Name

Motor Vehicle Diploma Level 1

Available At

City Skills

Start Date

03/09/2024

Fee

£0*

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

Academic Yr

24/25

Name

Motor Vehicle Diploma Level 2

Available At

City Skills

Start Date

03/09/2024

Fee

£0*

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

Academic Yr

24/25

Name

Motor Vehicle Diploma Level 3

Available At

City Skills

Start Date

03/09/2024

Fee

£0*

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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