What will I learn?
This course equips you with the skills and knowledge to kickstart your career in the exciting world of light vehicle maintenance and repair. Through a blend of theory and hands-on learning, you’ll gain a strong foundation in:
- Workshop Safety – learn essential safety procedures to keep yourself and others protected in the workshop environment
- Light Vehicle Systems – deepen your understanding of how various systems in a car function, including engines, brakes, electrical systems and more
- Maintenance and Repair Techniques – develop practical skills in performing routine maintenance tasks and basic repairs on light vehicles
- Tools and Equipment – master the proper use of workshop tools and equipment to diagnose and fix problems efficiently
Topics covered
- Work safely and productively in the workshop environment
- Build good working relationships with peers, supervisors and customers in the motor vehicle environment
- Understanding tools and materials used in light vehicle maintenance and repair
- Light vehicle engine mechanical components and operations
- Electrical principles and operations of light vehicle electrical systems
- Brakes, steering and suspension systems used on light vehicles
- Light vehicle transmission systems, including clutches, gearboxes and drive line components
What grades will I need?
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths
What can I study next?
- Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles, Level 3 Diploma
- Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship
Careers
- Semi-skilled service technician
- Vehicle parts, sales and store keeping
- A range of practical skills-based roles using industry standard tools for removing and refitting components
- Service Advisor
