Vehicle Maintenance

Course Information

Overview

Our Automotive Maintenance and Repair qualifications, at levels 1 through to level 3, are for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry, whether you want to maintain and repair different types of vehicles (cars, vans, trucks, or even motorcycles), fit and replace parts and tyres, run your own car valeting business or work on hybrid vehicles safely.

They have been developed using the latest National Occupational Standards and incorporate the latest knowledge and skills for some of the most exciting and fastest-growing areas in automotive industry, such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and electric vehicle technology.

Who is this course for?

The qualifications are aimed at learners who would like to develop basic knowledge and skills in motor vehicle systems. Successful learners will have acquired the basic skills and understanding needed to apply for an automotive apprenticeship. These qualifications could also be used as an ‘interest’ course for a wide range of learners.

Course units/modules

• 001 Skills in Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment
• 031 Skills to Support Working Relationships in the Automotive Work Environment
• 051 Knowledge of Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment
• 081 Knowledge to Support Working Relationships in the Automotive Work Environment 28
• 726/776 Introduction to Automotive Technology and Workshop Skills
• 727/777 Carry out Basic Routine Vehicle Maintenance
• 104 Skills in Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Chassis Units and Components
• 154 Knowledge of Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Chassis Units and Components

Entry requirements

• GCSE English Level 3
• GCSE Maths Level 3