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If you are excited by cars and want to enter into the vehicle repair industries but are unsure which path to follow, this course is for you.
The course is practical and hands on. You'll get the essential skills, knowledge and experience you need to start preparing for a career in the automotive industry.
What will I study? -You'll develop the technical skills needed by today's motor vehicle industry, including basic processes, principles and foundation skills. It will provide you with the essential knowledge you need to work as a technician working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and specialist repairs.
You'll study both the theory and practical aspects of: -Vehicle power units -Vehicle braking and suspension systems -Vehicle electrics -Wheels tyres and exhaust.
The first six weeks of the course will give you a chance to experience the different aspects of the Automotive Industry including Mechanical, Servicing, Body Repair, Engineering and Paint Refinishing. After this you will have gained the necessary experience and knowledge to make an educated decisions as to which discipline you want to follow as your career path.
The course is structures to give you the best practical experience in your chosen area. Your tutors are all industry experts in their own field with many years of experience, who want to pass their knowledge and experience on to you.
Over 90% of our learners progress onto Level 2 or secure apprenticeships working for one our employers partners who work with the college such as large manufacturing companies like Nissan or reputable employers such as Go NorhEast and Aston Martin workshops.
As part of your study programme you will also attend English and Maths sessions and have the opportunity to improve your GCSE grades and gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
How will I be assessed? -You will be assessed throughout the programme by use of practical assessments within our workshops and also via online assessments. You will also need to build a portfolio of evidence that will be submitted to the awarding body ath the end of the programme.
How will I be taught? -You will be taught in our state of the art workshops working on the latest vehicles supported by tutors with years of industrial experience. The majority of this programme will be in the workshops working on vehicles and within the body and paint shops.
Qualifications Needed: -No formal qualifications but you'll need to take an initial assessment. -No formal requirements, just a positive attitude and a commitment to developing practical skills. -No previous qualifications are required for this programme, however acceptance can only be given as a result of a successful pre course interview. -There are no formal entry qualifications for this programme but you will need to show that you have a keen interest and are motivated for a career in the motor industry.
Required Experience: -We welcome all applicants without prior experience or knowledge in this area. You will need motivation to achieve and have a passion to gain skills enabling you to progress this as a career in the future.
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