Entry Level Car Maintenance and Repair Course in Havering. Classes run full-time at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus. This entry level car maintenance and repair course runs for 44 weeks and covers the fundamentals of how vehicles work and how to maintain and repair them. You'll develop practical skills in a workshop setting, working toward an IMI car maintenance and repair qualification recognised in the automotive industry. The course is open to learners aged 16 to 18 years old.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll identify the main components of a vehicle and explain how they work.
You'll carry out basic car maintenance tasks, including checks on tyres, fluids, and brakes.
You'll use hand tools and workshop equipment safely and correctly.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in an automotive workshop.
You'll diagnose simple faults and understand when a vehicle needs further repair.
You'll record and communicate information about vehicle condition and work carried out.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a workshop alongside classroom sessions. Assessment is through practical tasks, observations, and written or oral activities that test your knowledge of vehicle systems and maintenance procedures. Your tutor will assess your work throughout the course rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ardleigh Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Mechanic's assistant. Support qualified mechanics in a garage or workshop.
Tyre and exhaust technician. Fit and replace tyres, exhausts, and related parts.
Lube technician. Carry out oil changes and routine vehicle servicing.
Valeter. Clean and prepare vehicles to a professional standard.
Parts advisor. Help customers find the right parts in a motor factors or dealership.
What you could study next
Level 1 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The next step toward a career as a mechanic, covering more detailed vehicle systems.
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The qualification that leads to a skilled technician role and is the foundation for a CSCS-equivalent card in the automotive sector.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Useful alongside any vocational progression and recognised by employers as the GCSE equivalent.
