Course information
Vehicle Maintenance / Repair
West Nottinghamshire College - Nottinghamshire
01623627191
Derby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH
Course summary

On this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to work at a technician's level in the motor vehicle industry. You will study complex engines, chassis, transmissions and frames, and health and safety within the workplace. • Health and safety • Workshop practice • Advanced diagnostics on systems including vehicle electrics/electronics • Engine management and transmissions • Petrol and diesel • Engines ignition systems

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in maths and English, plus a Level 2 Motor Vehicle qualification. If you are a young person who is not currently studying a traditional GCSE programme, we will consider alternative qualifications such as functional skills and vocational qualifications. Applicants aged over 19: If you do not have the entry requirements listed above you may still be accepted to study if you can provide relevant experience, a strong portfolio of work and a commitment to the subject

How you'll be assessed

You will complete a portfolio of evidence covering workshop tasks and related online exams and phase tests for each topic you study as well as four 1,200 word assignments. You will also be expected to have completed maths and English at grade C or above or Functional Skills Level 2. Those students who are 16-18 and have completed Functional Skills Level 2 will be expected to continue to work towards GCSE grade C or above in both English and maths.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressDerby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH