Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run full-time at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This is a structured, daytime car mechanic qualification covering the core skills of automotive maintenance. The course runs for around 600 hours. You'll develop practical knowledge of vehicle systems and how to carry out basic maintenance tasks. IMI is the awarding body for this course. Entry requirements are available on request, and the centre will assess your starting point before you begin.
Who this course is for
Automotive Maintenance Level 1 Diploma E&T [St Eds] (FZQ00AAAL1 25/26GA) is based in the Subcontracting department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen IMI as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll identify and describe the main components of a vehicle
You'll carry out basic automotive maintenance tasks safely
You'll use tools and workshop equipment correctly
You'll understand how vehicle systems work together
You'll follow health and safety procedures in an automotive workshop
You'll develop fault-finding and diagnostic awareness at a foundation level
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on work in a workshop setting alongside classroom sessions. Assessment is set by IMI and covers both practical tasks and underpinning knowledge. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam. The centre will confirm the specific assessment methods before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth 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
Vehicle maintenance technician: carry out routine servicing and checks
Apprentice automotive technician: entry point for a formal apprenticeship
Forecourt or fleet maintenance operative: basic vehicle upkeep in a fleet setting
Parts advisor: advise customers on vehicle parts and components
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Operations: the natural next step, covering more advanced servicing and repair skills.
Automotive Technician Apprenticeship (Level 2 or 3): combine work and study to qualify as a technician.
IMI Level 2 Certificate in Automotive Studies: broaden your knowledge across vehicle systems before specialising.
