Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Hastings – East Sussex College Group Hastings
Cost�2000.00 There will be a small additional cost for the course as you will be required to wear safety boots and black work trousers during the course.
Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Hastings. Classes run at East Sussex College Group Hastings, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers routine light vehicle maintenance, engine systems, lubrication and cooling, and fuel, ignition, air and exhaust systems. You'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including English or maths at grade 3, or successful completion of a Level 1 course. This City and Guilds car mechanic qualification is assessed through a mix of practical work, coursework and exams.
Who this course is for
This City & Guilds accredited qualification is aimed at learners aged 16+ who are looking to start a career as a vehicle technician in the automotive industry. You will learn the skills and knowledge to carry out routine light vehicle maintenance, replacement of Combustion Engine Units and Components, Engine Mechanical, Lubrication and Cooling System Units and vehicle Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust System Units. Successful learners will be able to progress to the Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles or apply for an automotive apprenticeship. Course entry requirements: Minimum of GCSEs grade 3 in English and Maths
Entry requirements
Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.
What you will learn
You'll carry out routine light vehicle maintenance tasks
You'll replace combustion engine units and components
You'll work on engine mechanical systems
You'll service lubrication and cooling systems
You'll inspect and work on fuel, ignition, air and exhaust systems
You'll apply health and safety practices in an automotive workshop setting
How you will learn
Your learning is split across classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment is 50% practical, 25% coursework and 25% exams. You'll build technical knowledge in the classroom and apply it through practical tasks on light vehicles. Safety boots and black work trousers are required during the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to wear safety boots and black work trousers during the course. These are your responsibility to provide. East Sussex College Group Hastings will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician: service and repair cars at a garage or dealership
Car mechanic: diagnose and fix faults on light vehicles
Automotive service advisor: support customers and coordinate workshop jobs
MOT tester: carry out statutory vehicle safety inspections (requires further licensing)
Fleet maintenance technician: maintain vehicles for a company or organisation
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles: a natural next step that builds on this Certificate and takes your skills further.
Automotive apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward a full occupational qualification.
Level 3 qualifications in vehicle technology: for those aiming toward diagnostic or master technician roles.
