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Motor Vehicle
Level 1 Diploma in Automotive Maintenance
Level 1
Gloucester
Course Overview
Full Time
Certificate
Certificate
Ideal if: you want an introduction to the motor industry with an overview of potential job roles within, and want to develop the skills needed to progress to a Level 2 qualification.
You’ll learn: workshop methods, mechanical components and health and safety regulations.
Expect: to develop your English and maths skills, as well as take part in work-related activities to enable progression to a Level 2qualification.
You’ll love: our industry-experienced lecturers, who will give you the best possible introduction to the industry.
This course gives you the opportunity to learn about the basics of car maintenance and practise your skills in our purpose built motor vehicle workshops. You will study:
- Transmission units
- Workshop methods
- Mechanical components
- Health and safety regulations
If you love cars and enjoy fixing things, this could be a great career for you. Motor vehicle technicians repair and service cars, vans, motorbikes, lorries and coaches. They work on all vehicle mechanics and electrics, from engines and exhaust systems to air-conditioning and security.
There are estimated to be almost 19,000 motor vehicle technicians employed in the South West alone which has increased by more than 30% in the last fifteen years.
To become a qualified motor vehicle technician:
- You will need to have strong practical and good problem-solving skills to find faults.
- You'll need to be able to work quickly and pay attention to detail and have good communication and customer service skills.
- You'll also benefit from the ability to follow written and spoken instructions.
- You should enjoy a reasonable level of fitness.
- Have an up-to-date knowledge of vehicle developments, especially new engine types and electronics.
- You'll also need an awareness of health and safety regulations.
Within the industry, average salaries can range between £18,000 and £35,000+ for an average 38-45 hour week. (National Careers Service data 2018).
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Typical Entry Criteria
Three GCSE Subjects at Grade 2:
Recommended Age Criteria: Under 19 (Learners with an Education Health Care Plan Under 23)
Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.
For 19+ applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.
All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.
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Upon completion, you may move on to the Level 2 course in motor vehicle or a motor vehicle apprenticeship.
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The UK is a nation of car lovers and there are over 38.6 million vehicles on our roads, so it’s not surprising that the motor vehicle industry provides plenty of job opportunities.
There are many choices of career on offer, ranging from sales and customer services roles, through to technical roles such as diagnostic technician, master technician, MOT examiner, motorsport technician, paint technician or workshop supervisor.
We are a leading provider of motor vehicle courses and offer an extensive range of facilities and on-site workshops, including electronic diagnostic equipment, an MOT bay, ramps and tyre-changing facilities. This, coupled with our knowledgeable teaching staff, will enable you to get the relevant experience you need, working on real vehicles.
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