Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run full-time during the day at Rush Green Campus. Fee discounts and exemptions may be available depending on your circumstances, so contact the campus to find out what applies to you. This car mechanic qualification covers the principles of light vehicle maintenance and repair, giving you a grounding in how cars work and how to service and fix them. The course runs for 312 hours.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll learn how engines and vehicle systems work
You'll develop skills in diagnosing common faults
You'll practise routine servicing and maintenance procedures
You'll study braking, steering, and suspension systems
You'll learn about electrical and electronic vehicle components
You'll understand health and safety practices in an automotive workshop
You'll gain knowledge of fuel and ignition systems
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching and practical workshop sessions. Assessment is through written tests and practical tasks that check your understanding of vehicle systems and repair principles. Your progress is assessed against the City and Guilds standards for the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus 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.
MOT tester. Carry out statutory vehicle safety inspections.
Service advisor. Liaise between customers and workshop technicians.
Mechanic. Diagnose and fix faults across a range of vehicles.
Fleet maintenance technician. Keep company vehicle fleets roadworthy.
Breakdown recovery technician. Assist drivers with roadside repairs.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology. The next step for those wanting to work as a fully qualified vehicle technician. Covers more complex diagnostics and repair.
Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling. Required if you want to work legally with vehicle air conditioning systems.
IMI Level 3 Certificate in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Maintenance. Covers the growing demand for EV-trained technicians.
