Level 2 Car Maintenance and Repair Course in Norwich

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyInstitute of the Motor Industry awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Course in Norwich. Classes run at City College Norwich, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll build technical knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance and repair, from core workshop skills through to diagnosing complex faults and understanding advanced vehicle systems. The course also introduces electric vehicle technology, with hands-on time in industry-standard workshops. Entry requires prior study at Motor Vehicle Level 2. This light vehicle maintenance and repair principles qualification is awarded by IMI.

Who this course is for

You will develop an in depth understanding of the technical needs for today�s motor vehicle maintenance and repair industry, starting with the core skills and developing understanding of the specialist skills required, to include diagnosis of complex faults and advanced systems operations. You will start to explore the latest electric vehicle technology and get lots of practical experience in our industry standard workshops which contain the latest equipment and technology to help you get to where you want to be.

Entry requirements

Progression from Motor Vehicle Level 2.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop in-depth technical knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance and repair.
  • You'll practise diagnosing complex faults across a range of vehicle systems.
  • You'll learn how advanced vehicle systems operate and interact.
  • You'll explore electric vehicle technology and how it differs from conventional systems.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience using industry-standard workshop equipment.
  • You'll build the specialist skills needed for today's motor vehicle repair industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical work in the college's workshops. Training is full-time and daytime-based. Assessment is through the IMI's requirements for the Diploma, covering both your technical knowledge and your practical skills in the workshop environment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. City College Norwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Vehicle technician: servicing and repairing cars and light vans
  • MOT tester: inspecting vehicles to DVSA standards (requires further certification)
  • Diagnostic technician: identifying faults using specialist equipment
  • Electric vehicle technician: working on EV and hybrid systems
  • Workshop assistant: supporting senior technicians in a garage or dealership
  • Parts advisor: sourcing and supplying vehicle components

What you could study next

  • IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (VRQ): the natural next step, covering advanced diagnostics and specialist systems at a higher level.
  • IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement: a focused qualification for working safely on EV and hybrid vehicles, increasingly sought by employers.
  • Apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle): combines work-based training with a nationally recognised standard.