City & Guilds Level 2 VRQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair & Motorcycle Option

WHAT DOES THE SUBJECT INCLUDE?

Level Two Diploma consists of the following units:

•Unit 003/053 Supporting job role

•Unit 004/054 Fabrication and Tools

•Unit 101/151 Routine Maintenance

•Unit 172/102/152 Engine Components, Fuel, Ignition, exhaust

•Unit 103/152 Electrical

•Unit 104/154 Chassis

•Unit 162 Transmission

•Unit 131/181 Steering and Suspension

WHAT IS THE STRUCTURE OF THE COURSE?

The course is delivered in a variety of ways using both practical and theoretical teaching methods. Throughout the year you will be constantly assessed in all areas of your work, thus allowing the careful monitoring of your progress. The assessments as with the teaching methods are practically and theoretically based and will cover all the topics/units of your course

IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

The course is suited to students with a genuine interest in motor vehicle and wants to find out how they work.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

Level 1 Motor Vehicle and relevant experience working on vehicles

WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I GAIN IF I SUCCESSFULLY
COMPLETE THE COURSE?

City Guilds Level 2 VRQDiploma in Motor Vehicle

OTHER RELEVANT DETAILS?

The course is taught through a range of theoretical and practical lessons.

HOW MANY HOURS, WEEKS, YEARS DOES IT LAST?

The course runs over 1 academic year attending college 3 to 4 days a week.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?

Boots, overalls and stationery

HOW CAN I PREPARE MYSELF BEFORE THE COURSE BEGINS?

Through reading the vast amount of information available online about vehicle systems and operation principles

WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?

On completion you can continue your studies on either a level 3 motor vehicle course or transfer onto the apprenticeship route.

ARE THERE ANY EXTRA COSTS?

Students will be asked to purchase a small amount of study material during the course.

HOW DO I APPLY/JOIN THIS COURSE?

You can complete the application form online by visiting the College’s website If you have any questions about the application process, you can call the College Admissions Team on 01691 688080 or email .

Once we have received your application, you will be invited to come to one of the College campuses and meet with a member of our teaching team. You can ask any questions you have, usually at this meeting we will offer you a place on the course you have applied for.