Free Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Shoreham-By-Sea. Classes run at Northbrook College, full-time during the day. To join, you'll need to have completed the Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance (City and Guilds Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles) and hold a 90% attendance record. The course takes one year. You'll study how complex vehicle systems work and how they connect, developing the diagnosis skills needed to find and fix faults to manufacturer specifications. Learning combines practical hands-on work with theory sessions, using facilities that simulate a professional workshop.
Who this course is for
p Learn about the functions of the complex systems within today's vehicles. You will find out how these systems integrate with each other to operate to the manufacturer's specifications. You will learn through practical hand skills with some theory sessions. After Level 3 you will have the diagnosis skills needed to rectify problems and become a qualified technician. /p p You will benefit from: /p ul li Facilities that simulate the real workplace /li li Industry standard diagnostic equipment /li li Industry experienced tutors /li /ul
Entry requirements
You can join this course if you have successfully completed the Level 2 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance (City & Guilds Light Vehicle Maintenance& Repair Principles). 90 attendance record is required.
What you will learn
You'll understand how complex vehicle systems function and integrate with each other.
You'll develop diagnostic skills to identify and rectify faults in light vehicles.
You'll use industry-standard diagnostic equipment to analyse vehicle problems.
You'll apply practical hand skills to maintain and repair vehicle components.
You'll learn how vehicles are built and calibrated to manufacturer specifications.
You'll interpret technical data and fault codes to support accurate diagnosis.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical workshop sessions using industry-standard diagnostic tools and equipment, supported by theory classes. Facilities are set up to replicate a professional automotive workplace. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written or theory-based work, in line with the City and Guilds specification for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northbrook College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician. Diagnose and repair cars in a garage or dealership.
MOT tester. Carry out statutory vehicle safety inspections.
Automotive diagnostic technician. Specialist fault-finding on modern vehicles.
Service technician. Routine servicing and maintenance at a franchised dealer.
Fleet mechanic. Maintain vehicles for a company or local authority fleet.
Mobile mechanic. Independent repair and servicing at customers' locations.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Automotive Management or Advanced Automotive Engineering. A step up for technicians moving into senior or specialist roles.
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement. As electric vehicles become more common, this qualification adds high-demand skills.
MOT Tester Authorisation. Required to carry out MOT tests independently at an approved test station.
