Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College, full-time during the day over 34 weeks. You'll study light vehicle maintenance and repair through a mix of practical workshop sessions and classroom theory. Units cover engine components, fuel and ignition systems, suspension, steering, braking systems, and vehicle servicing, alongside health and safety and materials. This City and Guilds car mechanic qualification is a solid step toward work as a vehicle fitter or into an apprenticeship as a vehicle maintenance technician.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll identify and work with light vehicle engine components
You'll inspect and service light vehicle fuel and ignition systems
You'll work on suspension, steering, and braking systems
You'll carry out light vehicle servicing tasks
You'll apply health, safety, and good housekeeping practices in a workshop
You'll select and use appropriate materials, fabrication techniques, and tools
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mixture of practical tasks in the workshop and theoretical work in the classroom. Assessment covers both hands-on skills and underpinning knowledge across the units. East Surrey College's motor vehicle workshop is purpose-built and fully equipped for this level of training.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to wear college uniform and steel toe-capped boots at all times in the workshop. Bring stationery including pens, pencils, a calculator, and a lever arch folder. Recommended textbooks will also be required. East Surrey College will confirm the full list before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle fitter. Carry out repairs and maintenance on cars and light vehicles.
Mechanic. Service and diagnose faults across a range of vehicles.
Tyre and exhaust technician. Specialist fitting and replacement work.
MOT tester (with further training). Inspect vehicles for roadworthiness.
Parts advisor. Support a workshop team with parts sourcing and stock.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The next step for mechanics working toward a skilled-worker CSCS-equivalent card in the automotive sector.
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Apprenticeship (Level 3). Earn while you learn and work toward becoming a qualified vehicle maintenance technician.
Level 3 Certificate in Motorsport Technology. For those interested in performance and competition vehicles.
