Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in South Shields. Classes run full-time at South Tyneside College, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study the principles of light vehicle maintenance and repair, covering how engines, braking systems, electrical systems, and transmissions work. This is a City and Guilds car mechanic qualification, so the certificate carries weight with employers in the motor trade. There are no specific entry requirements. The college will assess your starting point when you apply.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = SVEHREPM | Course Title = Vehicle Repair & Maintenance (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 61000652 | Qualification Aim Title = Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how petrol and diesel engines work and how to identify faults
You'll study vehicle electrical and electronic systems
You'll learn how braking systems, steering, and suspension operate
You'll cover transmission systems and drivetrain components
You'll develop skills in using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools
You'll learn how to carry out routine servicing and safety checks
You'll study health and safety practices in a workshop environment
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching and practical workshop sessions at South Tyneside College. Assessment is a mix of written tests and practical tasks that demonstrate your skills and knowledge. You'll be assessed on your understanding of vehicle systems and your ability to carry out maintenance and repair work safely and correctly.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Vehicle technician, servicing and repairing cars at a garage
MOT tester, once you hold additional certification
Roadside recovery technician, diagnosing faults at the roadside
Fleet maintenance technician, keeping company vehicles on the road
Automotive parts advisor, using technical knowledge in a parts role
Apprentice mechanic, combining work and further training
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: the next step for mechanics aiming for skilled technician roles and a CSCS-equivalent automotive card.
Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling: required if you want to work on vehicle air conditioning systems.
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Hazard Awareness: increasingly useful as electric vehicles become more common in workshops.
