Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Birmingham. Evening classes run at South & City College Birmingham Bordesley Green Campus, part-time over one year. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though some learners may be eligible to study free. You'll build practical skills in light vehicle maintenance, covering internal combustion engines, brakes, suspension, steering, wheels, and tyres. The course also supports your English and maths alongside the automotive content. Entry requires GCSE grade 2 or above in Maths and English, or Functional Skills at Level 1 or above in both.
Who this course is for
Do you want to learn to become a mechanic? This course is designed for those that wish to start a career in the automotive industry working on cars. The technology of the modern motor vehicle has advanced rapidly during the last two decades. This Level 1 course will be the starting point for those who have yet to achieve their GCSE grades. During this course you will develop the basic skills to work and maintain the modern light vehicle, whilst also supporting you gaining English and maths core skills, which are required to move on to the Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
Entry requirements
Due to advances in technology within the automotive industry, it is important to recognise the complexity of the modern motor vehicle. With this qualification, we are looking for a learner that can demonstrate good mechanical comprehension, mechanical ability, and the willingness to learn. A good, basic understanding of the technology involved in the modern light vehicle is ideal. With this, we also expect to see learners with GCSE grades 2 and above in Maths and English or a Functional skills i
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in maintaining and servicing modern light vehicles.
You'll learn health, safety, and good housekeeping practices in an automotive workshop.
You'll gain knowledge of internal combustion engines and how they work.
You'll study chassis components including brakes, suspension, and steering systems.
You'll learn about wheels and tyres, including inspection and basic maintenance.
You'll develop your English and maths skills alongside the automotive content.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions in the evenings at the Bordesley Green Campus. Teaching combines practical workshop activity with underpinning knowledge. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written work as you progress through the course. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South & City College Birmingham Bordesley Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Car mechanic apprentice. Entry-level role in a garage or dealership.
Light vehicle maintenance technician. Servicing and repairing cars.
Tyre and exhaust fitter. Specialist workshop role.
Forecourt or fleet maintenance assistant. Basic vehicle checks and servicing.
Automotive parts advisor. Supporting mechanics with parts and stock.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The natural next step toward becoming a fully qualified mechanic. This is the qualification the Level 1 course prepares you for.
Level 3 NVQ in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Required for a skilled-worker CSCS-equivalent card in the automotive sector and for working as a qualified motor vehicle technician.
