Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

Course Information

Overview

The City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles is designed to develop the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to begin a career in the automotive industry.

You will learn how key vehicle systems operate and develop the skills required to carry out routine servicing, maintenance, fault finding and component replacement on cars and light commercial vehicles. The course combines practical workshop activity with classroom-based learning, helping you understand both how vehicles work and how to work safely and professionally within an automotive environment.

Throughout the programme, you will develop knowledge and skills in areas such as vehicle servicing, engines, braking, steering and suspension, electrical systems and the removal and replacement of components. You will also build important employability skills, including communication, problem-solving, accurate recording of work and working effectively with others.

This qualification provides a strong foundation for further study, progression to a higher-level automotive programme or an apprenticeship within the motor vehicle industry.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for anyone who is interested in cars and wants to develop the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to begin a career in the automotive industry.

It is particularly suited to learners who enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to understand how vehicle systems operate, how faults are identified and how maintenance and repair work is carried out safely and professionally.

The course is also suitable for learners looking to progress to further automotive study, an apprenticeship or employment within the motor vehicle sector.

Course units/modules

You will study a range of topics covering the key systems and principles involved in light vehicle maintenance and repair. These typically include:

• Health and safety in the automotive workplace
• Routine vehicle maintenance and servicing
• Engine systems and components
• Chassis systems, including steering, suspension and brakes
• Vehicle electrical and electronic systems
• Transmission systems
• Removing and replacing vehicle components
• Good working practices within the automotive industry

Practical workshop activities are used throughout the course to help you apply your technical knowledge and develop confidence using tools, equipment and industry-standard working methods.

Benefits and skills

Successful candidates will be able to remove, refit and overhaul vehicle engine, chassis, electrical and driveline units

Entry requirements

You will normally need a minimum of a Grade 4 in either GCSE English or GCSE Maths.

You will also be required to successfully complete an automotive aptitude assessment before enrolment. This assessment helps us make sure that the course is the right level for you and that you are ready to succeed on the programme.

Individual circumstances and prior learning may also be considered as part of the enrolment process.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

Ability to apply for Motor Vehicle technician roles in both dealership and small enterprises. Progression to L3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and MOT Testing thereafter

Assessment types

A combination of coursework, practical and online assessments.