Level 1 Car Mechanic Course in Sutton. Classes run at Carshalton College, full-time during the day. The course runs for one week and covers the fundamentals of automotive maintenance. You'll develop practical skills in vehicle systems and basic repair techniques. This is a solid starting point if you're working toward a career as a mechanic.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll identify the main components of a vehicle and understand how they work together.
You'll carry out basic checks on engine, brakes, and tyres.
You'll use hand tools and workshop equipment safely.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in an automotive workshop.
You'll recognise common faults and understand how they are diagnosed.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities at Carshalton College. Assessment is carried out through practical tasks and short written or knowledge-based activities. The course is delivered full-time over one week during daytime hours.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Carshalton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Car mechanic, how to become a mechanic starting with workshop assistant roles
Vehicle technician, supporting qualified technicians in a garage
Tyre and exhaust fitter, entry-level role in fast-fit centres
Forecourt assistant, basic vehicle checks and customer service
Automotive apprentice, combining work and further training
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Operations, the next step toward becoming a qualified vehicle technician and working toward a CSCS-equivalent automotive card.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, the qualification most employers look for in a fully skilled mechanic.
An automotive apprenticeship, which lets you earn while you train toward Level 2 or Level 3.
