Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run full-time at Bishop Auckland College, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll cover engines, transmissions, electrical systems, steering and suspension, and safe working practices. You'll also get hands-on time in the college's semi-commercial garage, working on real customer vehicles and hybrid and electric training panels. There are no formal entry requirements. This free car mechanic qualification is a strong starting point for anyone looking to enter the motor vehicle industry.
Who this course is for
A course designed for students who love cars and are interested in learning about the motor vehicle industry. During the year you will study various elements including engines, transmissions, electrical systems, steering and suspension and working safely to industry standards in preparation for employment. There is also the opportunity to work on customer's cars in the college's semi-commercial garage as well as on our hybrid and electrical training panels. Students take part in industry related trips to meet with local employers, as well as a car wash and valeting service enterprise project. Progression is onto Level 2 Fitting or Maintenance and Repair depending upon entry requirements.
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll learn how vehicle engines work and how to carry out basic maintenance tasks.
You'll understand transmission and driveline systems.
You'll work on chassis systems including steering and suspension.
You'll develop knowledge of vehicle electrical and electronic systems.
You'll practise working safely to industry standards in a workshop environment.
You'll gain hands-on experience working on customer vehicles in a semi-commercial garage.
You'll explore hybrid and electric vehicle technology using training panels.
How you will learn
You'll split your time between classroom theory sessions and practical workshop sessions. Theory is taught using electronic packages and written work, assessed through hand-written assignments and online exams. Practical skills are assessed in a fully equipped workshop on a range of modern vehicles. Practical assessments are matched to the theoretical knowledge assessments for each vehicle system covered.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle mechanic, starting out in a garage or dealership
Automotive technician apprentice, working toward a trade qualification
Tyre and exhaust fitter, entry-level workshop role
Car valeter, using the enterprise skills from the course
Parts advisor, supporting mechanics in a motor factors or dealership
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Vehicle Fitting: the natural next step after this course, covering more advanced fitting skills.
Level 2 Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: builds on what you've learned here and moves you closer to skilled mechanic work. Bishop Auckland College notes progression onto Level 2 depending on entry requirements.
Automotive apprenticeship: combines work and study, leading to recognised trade qualifications.
