Vehicle Maintenance Level 1

Develop your skills in motor vehicle servicing with a hands-on course that gives you all the basics from engine lubrication to valeting - the Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance. The course combines practical skills and theory so you can expand your knowledge and make good progress in your motor vehicle training.

You learn the basic knowledge to progress towards the minimum qualifications or skill levels required for entry into industry. Topics covered are:

Engine lubrication, engine cooling, fuel and exhaust systems, spark ignition systems, electrical systems, braking systems, transmission systems, steering and suspension systems, wheel and tyre systems, bench fitting, introduction to vehicle technology and workshop methods and processes, and basic routine vehicle maintenance.

This Level 1 award builds on the entry level units and allows you to broaden your practical skills.

You are assessed by practical and job knowledge assessment on the different units of the course.

The programme emphasises learning by doing. It offers a good blend of practical workshop skills and activities linked to underpinning knowledge which is delivered in the classroom. The moodle site allows you to view further information on the units and link to interactive activities. The breakdown for the course is: 75% practical, 20% theory and portfolio building, 5% functional skills and tutorials.

You gain an industry-recognised qualification, City & Guilds 3902, and hands-on experience as a first step towards a career in the motor vehicle trade.

Applicants for a Level 1 programme will normally have:

a strong interest in motoring and motor vehicles
the commitment to work towards improving English and maths
the ability to discuss past experiences of education and future ambitions in an interview

Applicants will be invited to attend an interview and complete an initial assessment. All students will have their literacy and numeracy needs supported within the programme.

This course prepares you for employment as a work-based learner (apprentice) in the motor trade or further full-time study in motor vehicle.