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Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Dunstable – Central Bedfordshire College Dunstable Luton Road – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Dunstable. Classes run at Central Bedfordshire College Dunstable Luton Road, full-time during the day. This is a year-long course covering the fundamentals of vehicle maintenance. You'll build the practical and technical knowledge that car mechanic classes at this level are designed to give you. It covers how vehicles work, how to carry out basic maintenance tasks, and how to work safely. A City and Guilds Level 1 car mechanic qualification carries weight with employers in the automotive sector. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website

Entry requirements

Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to carry out routine vehicle maintenance checks.
  • You'll develop knowledge of engine systems and how they function.
  • You'll practise safe working procedures in a workshop environment.
  • You'll learn how to use hand tools and workshop equipment correctly.
  • You'll understand the basics of electrical and mechanical vehicle systems.
  • You'll develop skills in identifying faults and reporting them accurately.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work. Your tutor will observe your work in the workshop and check your understanding of vehicle systems. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Central Bedfordshire College Dunstable Luton Road will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle maintenance technician assistant: support qualified mechanics in a garage
  • Tyre and exhaust fitter: fit and replace tyres, exhausts, and brakes
  • Forecourt or fleet maintenance assistant: carry out basic checks on vehicles
  • Parts advisor: identify and supply vehicle parts in a dealership or factor
  • Apprentice mechanic: how to become a mechanic via an apprenticeship route

What you could study next

A Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is the natural next step. It takes your skills further and moves you closer to working as a qualified mechanic. From there, a Level 3 qualification or an automotive apprenticeship can open doors to more skilled roles and higher pay. City and Guilds offer qualifications at both levels that employers in the sector recognise.

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