If you are ready to develop your skills and build a strong future in the motor vehicle industry this Level 2 course will help you take the next step towards becoming a confident and capable vehicle technician. You will gain a deeper understanding of how vehicles operate while continuing to develop your hands-on practical abilities in a supportive, industry-focused environment.
You will work in fully equipped workshops and classrooms learning how to carry out routine maintenance and servicing and developing knowledge of key systems such as engines, cooling, electrical components, suspension, steering and transmission. As you progress you will begin to understand how these systems work together and how to identify faults and maintain vehicles to a professional standard.
Alongside your technical training you will develop valuable workplace skills including teamwork, communication and safe working practices. You will also continue to improve your maths and English ensuring you are well prepared for employment or further study.
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What will I study?
The units you will study are likely to include:
Core units:
Health and safety
Job Roles in the Automotive Environment
Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment
Specialist units:
Routine vehicle maintenance
Vehicle engine mechanical, lubrication and cooling system units and components
Removing and replacing vehicle electrical units and components
Removing and replacing vehicle chassis units and components
Transmission and driveline units and components
Vehicle fuel, air and exhaust system units and components
Removing and replacing transmission and drive line units and components
*All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn.
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Who is this course for?
This engaging and motivating course is designed primarily for those who have a strong interest in learning about the maintenance of vehicles and the equipment used in the automotive sector.
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How is the course assessed?
This course is assessed through:
Practical tasks
Assignments
Online multi-choice exams
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Your Study Programme
If you are aged 16-18, you will join a Study Programme this could be a vocational or technical qualification. We will make sure you are working at the right level on your core qualification and are challenged to achieve the highest level of qualification you can.
Work experience will be part of your study programme and complement your college study and prepare you for employment. You will also get involved in activities to help you develop life skills and to build your confidence so you can make progress in your career.
If you have chosen to study for a T Level qualification, this will involve college-based theory and practice lessons along with relevant work placement to enable you to gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers are looking for.
Weekly timetables will include tutorial support which may comprise of full group activities or one to one sessions to discuss individual progress or support needs.
All students will continue to improve their maths and English and if you don't have a grade 4 (C) at GCSE, we will work with you towards achieving that goal (subject to specific entry requirements for particular courses).
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Knowledge
You will develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of:
You will develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of:
The structure of the motor vehicle industry and health and safety procedures
The procedures for the maintenance of tools, equipment and technical information
Vehicle systems and maintenance principles
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Skills
You will have the ability to:
You will have the ability to:
Carry out inspection and maintenance tasks
Use tools and equipment safely
Follow procedures and complete documentation accurately
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Behaviours
What is required?
What is required?
Work professionally and responsibly
Maintain high standard of safety and quality
Communicate effectively and work well with others
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General info
You may be required to go on trips or purchase a kit and uniform to undertake this course. Information about individual items and their associated costs will be sent to you in June/July before you enrol.
Some students may be eligible for support from the Student Bursary Scheme with the costs of coming to college. Applications are available on the college website under Student Support. If you require further assistance or would like to speak with a member of Student Services, please email financial.support@northamptoncollege.ac.uk or call 01604 734333.
If you are applying for financial assistance, please do not purchase any kit items. If your application is successful, the necessary items will be provided to you.
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Progression and Career Opportunities
On completion you could progress to a Level 3 qualification, begin an apprenticeship or move into roles such as trainee vehicle technician, service assistant or workshop operative.
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Entry Requirements for new students
Four GCSEs at Grade 3 or Level 1 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair plus GCSE English and maths at Grade 1-3.
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Admissions Process
We recommend that you attend one of our exciting open events so that you can look around the department, the college and meet the tutors. You are welcome to do this before or after you apply.
These events have proved very successful in ensuring students and their families see the best of what the college has to offer such as our inspirational teaching areas, teachers, library facilities and places to eat.
Once you have applied our experienced Enrolment Team will consider your application carefully and will let you know, by email, if the College would like to make you a conditional offer based on you meeting the specified entry requirements.
If your predicted grades or career aims suggest that an alternative subject area or course level would be more appropriate for you at this stage, we will contact you either by telephone, email or text. If you have told us that you have some additional support needs we will contact you to find out more so that we can help you.
