What the course leads to
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To do this course you should have...
Entrants should possess GCSE's in English, Maths and a Science-based subject at grades A to C. It is strongly recommended that entrants have completed an Apprenticeship in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair at level 2 prior to commencing a Level 3 Apprenticeship. All applicants for Apprenticeship training will be required to attend an assessment and interview.
Course costs
Course Code | Start Date | Costs 16-18 | Costs 19-23 (with concessions) | Costs 19+ (no concessions) |
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BP20057 | Various | TBC | TBC | TBC |
* Please note fees are subject to change.
Course content
Course Content
To gain the full Apprenticeship you will work towards the following qualifications:
MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - LIGHT VEHICLE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technicians have the following knowledge and understanding:
- How vehicle service and repair is impacted by legislative, regulatory and ethical requirements, including health and safety law and environmental procedures;
- The structure of the industry and how the business works from an operational perspective, business targets, the systems and processes that make up the efficient running of a business;
- How to develop positive working relationships and communicate effectively and how to carry out self-evaluation and improve own performance;
- The procedures for the maintenance of tools and the workshop;
- Routine servicing and inspection procedures;
- Steering and suspension geometries; electrical circuit requirements and calculations;
- Construction and operation of vehicle components and systems;
- Common fault types, causes and effects of different types of faults;
- The implications and legal requirements of fitting accessories and carrying out vehicle modifications;
- How to diagnose faults using suitable fault finding strategies;
- Construction and operation of advanced electrical, braking and suspension systems, engine and transmission systems and engine and gear calculations;
- Vehicle emissions and legal requirements;
- Alternative fuels and hybrid and electric systems
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Start Day/Time
Hours of attendance and start date will be confirmed at interview or enrolment.
Duration
36 Months
Attendance
Apprenticeship
Level
Level 3
Qualification Name
Apprenticeship Standard
Awarding Body
IMI
Curriculum Area
Engineering - Automotive Marine Boatbuilding and Composite