Level 2 Car Mechanic Course in Andover. Classes run at Sparsholt College Andover Campus, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds car mechanic qualification covers the principles behind light vehicle maintenance and repair. You'll study engine systems, electrical components, and the technical knowledge mechanics use every day. The course runs for 324 hours in total. It's a solid foundation if you're heading into automotive work, combining classroom learning with hands-on practical tasks.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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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 about braking, steering, and suspension systems.
You'll understand transmission and driveline components.
You'll learn how to carry out routine servicing and maintenance tasks.
You'll study health and safety practices in an automotive workshop.
You'll develop the technical knowledge needed to diagnose common vehicle faults.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities at Sparsholt College Andover Campus. Assessment is through written tests and practical tasks that check your understanding of vehicle systems and maintenance procedures. You'll be assessed on both your technical knowledge and your ability to apply it in a workshop setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sparsholt College Andover Campus 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: carrying out statutory vehicle safety checks
Service advisor: front-of-house role at a dealership or garage
Fleet maintenance technician: keeping company vehicles roadworthy
Tyre and exhaust fitter: specialist fast-fit workshop role
Breakdown recovery technician: roadside assistance and fault diagnosis
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (City and Guilds) - the next step toward becoming a fully qualified vehicle technician and gaining IMI Professional Registration.
Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling - required if you want to work on vehicle air conditioning systems.
IMI Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Vehicle Fitting - for those moving into tyre, exhaust, and mechanical fitting roles.
