About the Department
The Automotive department offers a range of courses that allow students to accelerate their motor vehicle career. Students can learn how to restore cars, carry out paint repairs and paintwork, and gain knowledge of light vehicle fitting principles. These courses involve practical work in automotive garages, allowing students to gain mechanical experience.
Highlighted Courses
Basic Vehicle Maintenance (Female Only) Beginners’ Course
Aimed at females who may feel more confident in a session with other female drivers, this course teaches you everything you need to know about ...
Basic Vehicle Maintenance Beginners’ course
This course will teach you the essential skills to maintain your vehicle for everyday use. Learn how to check your vehicle’s critical fluid s...
Automotive Refrigerant Handling IMI Award | Level 3
This course provides a Defra-approved qualification and covers a single unit solution that provides technicians working with cars and car deriv...
Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles IMI Diploma Level 3
Test, diagnose, and rectify faults in light vehicles with our practical programme. You’ll gain skills and knowledge of diagnosing and rectify...
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Facilities
Our engineering department facilities are second-to-none, and help you gain industry-standard skills. These include motor vehicle mechanics, body & panel paint repair, electrical installation, mechanical engineering, electronic engineering, and fabrication and welding.
APPRENTICESHIPS AND PROGRESSION
Here at Leeds City College, we’re keen to encourage our students to progress.
We offer diverse engineering apprenticeship courses – and should you wish to move on to an apprenticeship during your time at the School of Engineering, we can help you take that step.
FAQs
What automotive courses are available at Leeds City College?
We offer a broad range of automotive courses including: Mechanical Maintenance – Light Vehicle, Vehicle Accident Repair Multi-Skill, Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles, Light Vehicle Fitting Principles, and Accident Repair Principles.
What are the progression routes from these courses?
Progression routes are available from Level 1 to Level 3 within the School of Engineering. University Centre Leeds also offers HNCs and HNDs in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering as a further progression route for Level 3 students.
Does my child need to wear steel toe capped boots?
For practical lessons all students from the School of Engineering will need to have safety boots and coveralls which they will need to purchase themselves, any other relevant equipment will be provided.
Does the college offer any financial support for students?
Yes, students can apply for the college bursary which can pay for travel passes, college meals and trips. Students with children can also gain support with childcare to support their studies.
Which campus is this department based at?
We are based at Printworks Campus.
Safeguarding
We are committed to making sure all students and staff are protected from harm. All staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection and our dedicated safeguarding team is on hand for advice and support. Don’t stay silent, we are here for you.
Meet the team
Mitch Scott
Head of Engineering
Matthew Coggins
Deputy Head of Engineering
Wayne Lucas
Programme Manager,BTEC Engineering
Paul Robertson
Programme Manager, Engineering
Paul Courtney
Programme Manager, Electrical Installation
Katherine Ireland
Programme Manager (Pastoral & Progression)
Andy Rayner
Electrical Installation
Davy Hannah
Teacher, Engineering
Stephanie Siviter
Maths & English Teacher
Lucy Brighton
Programme Manager (English & maths)Locations
This department is part of School of Engineering and can be found at the following locations:
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