Motorsport (Vehicle Maintenance and Repair)

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

Award

Level

Level One

What's it all about?

This is an exciting course which encompasses general vehicle maintenance and repair procedures with motor sport applications. Giving you a good insight into the industry, the course provides essential knowledge for the specialist group of competition maintenance and repair technicians.This level one qualification covers the basic technical needs of today's motor vehicle industry.

Progression

On successful completion you may progress to the level 2 qualification offered at the College, or enter directly into employment.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, however you must show a willingness to engage and a genuine interest in the course that will enable you to progress into employment or further education.

Duration

One year

Business Benefits

Students have an insight into the industry, gaining a vehicle maintenance and welding qualification.

Are there any exams?

You will be assessed through a variety of practical tasks and assessments, and online and paper exams.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

You will study the following units:

motorsport vehicle construction and routine maintenance
operating principles of motorsport vehicle engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems
operating principles and maintenance of motorsport vehicle transmission systems and electrical and electronic systems.

You will also work towards a City & Guilds 3268 Introductory Welding Certificate, gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace, and other skills associated with working on competition vehicles.

The course also includes:

NOCN induction award
NOCN level one award in progression
one functional skill to level one
City & Guilds 3268 Introductory Welding Certificate.

When can I study?

9.00am to 4.30pm, three days per week

Course Facts

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Start Date:

September

Course Type:

Full-time

Location:

Kings Road Centre

Material Fees:

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

Level:

No level information available

Course Code:

MSV

Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

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