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Free Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Wolverhampton

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers the fundamentals of vehicle systems, from steering and suspension to wheels, tyres, and basic bodywork. You'll also get hands-on practice with workshop bench skills and MIG/MAG welding techniques. It's a solid starting point if you're exploring a career in the automotive sector. You'll sit an initial assessment so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Entry level 3 will suit you if you are thinking of working in the automotive sector and want to learn more about potential careers in this area. You are likely to be between 14 and 19 years old.

A wide range of units, including:

Introduction to vehicle steering suspension systems Basics of vehicle body fitting Introduction to vehicle wheels and tyres Introduction to vehicle workshop bench skills Introduction to vehicle MIG/MAG welding techniques Application of paint materials to vehicles using spray gun techniques.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how vehicle steering and suspension systems work.
  • You'll practise basic vehicle body fitting techniques.
  • You'll develop skills in handling vehicle wheels and tyres.
  • You'll build workshop bench skills used in everyday automotive work.
  • You'll learn MIG/MAG welding techniques as applied to vehicles.
  • You'll understand how to apply paint materials to vehicle surfaces.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical, hands-on activities in the workshop. Assessment is based on the units you complete throughout the course. The centre will assess your practical skills and knowledge as you progress. You'll work through units covering vehicle systems, body fitting, welding, and workshop practice.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle technician apprentice: entry-level role in a garage or dealership
  • Mechanic: how to become a mechanic starts with a course like this
  • Bodywork technician: repair and finish vehicle bodywork
  • Tyre and exhaust fitter: specialist fitting role at a service centre
  • MIG welder (automotive): welding repairs on vehicle bodies and frames
  • Parts advisor: support role in a garage or motor factors

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: builds on Entry Level 3 skills with more detailed vehicle systems work.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: the main route toward working as a qualified vehicle technician. Often delivered as part of an apprenticeship.
  • Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance: combines paid work with structured training toward a recognised qualification.

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