Vehicle Maintenance

City & Guilds Diploma , Level 1
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Course Information

Introduction

Beginners Motor Vehicle

Overview

Candidates develop skills commonly used in the automotive business. In addition to the modules below, students are offered MAG welding skills and experience in mechanical engineering

Who is this course for?

Candidates wanting to develop some of the key skills and understanding in motor vehicle systems. Successful candidates will have the basic skills needed to apply for an automotive apprenticeship or similar engineering pathway. This qualification could also be used as an ‘interest’ course for a wide range of learners.

Course units/modules

  • Vehicle Engine Systems
  • Lubrication Systems
  • Fuel Systems
  • Vehicle Electrical Systems
  • Braking Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension Systems
  • Hand skills

Benefits and skills

The course has been designed to meet the needs of customers for a modern, up-to-date and flexible qualification. It has been written to enable assessment to be carried out on a variety of vehicle type

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English Language grade 3
  • GCSE maths grade 3

Available apprenticeships and progression options

Progress to Level 2 Fitting principles, or an apprenticeship in the automotive industry

Assessment types

Observation and written assessment

Course details

Duration: One year
Start Date: 15/09/2025
Fees (16-18): No fee
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 89344-01

Employment Statistics

  • Metal working production and maintenance fitters

    Average Salary
    £36,400
  • Garage managers and proprietors

    Average Salary
    £37,440
  • Vehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians

    Average Salary
    £29,640

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