Free Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Nottingham. Classes run at West Notts College Station Park Construction, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and gives you a solid grounding in the motor vehicle industry. You'll work in workshops using modern tools and equipment, and carry out servicing and repair tasks on real customer vehicles. Topics include engines, steering and suspension, braking, wheels and tyres, diagnostics, and engineering. You'll need GCSE English and Maths at grade 2 to 9, or an equivalent qualification such as Functional Skills.
Who this course is for
This course will give you a good grounding into the motor vehicle industry, you will have access to our state of the art workshops, where you will use modern tools and equipment to learn to carry out inspection and repair techniques. Through our live learning company you will work on customer cars to carry out serving and repair tasks. You will develop the skills required by the industry to include, good time-keeping, attendance and a positive attitude to learning.
Entry requirements
GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 2-9. If you are not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses.
What you will learn
You'll inspect and service vehicle engines.
You'll work on steering and suspension systems.
You'll carry out braking, wheel, and tyre checks and repairs.
You'll use engineering principles in a workshop setting.
You'll apply diagnostics and servicing techniques.
You'll use modern tools and equipment to industry standard.
You'll develop professional skills including time-keeping and a positive attitude to work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the college workshops, including inspection and servicing tasks on customer vehicles. Your tutor will work with you one to one so you can demonstrate the skills and knowledge you've built up. You'll also complete an online multiple-choice exam to test your understanding of vehicle maintenance theory.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College Station Park Construction will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician apprentice: entry-level workshop role servicing cars.
Mechanic's assistant: supporting qualified mechanics on repairs.
Tyre and exhaust fitter: specialist fitting and replacement work.
MOT tester trainee: working toward a full MOT testing licence.
Fleet maintenance operative: keeping company vehicles roadworthy.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology: the natural next step for anyone looking to develop their car mechanic qualification further and work toward a skilled technician role.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology: needed for a CSCS-equivalent skilled-worker card in the motor vehicle trade and for progression to fully qualified mechanic status.
