Level 3 Car Mechanic Course in Andover. Classes run at Sparsholt College Andover Campus, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time car mechanic qualification covering the principles of light vehicle maintenance and repair. The course runs to 494 hours of study. You'll work toward the City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles, building the technical knowledge mechanics need to diagnose and repair modern cars.
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 how braking, steering, and suspension systems operate.
You'll cover transmission and driveline components.
You'll learn how to carry out routine servicing and maintenance tasks.
You'll study health and safety practices in a workshop environment.
You'll develop skills in reading and interpreting technical data and vehicle diagnostics.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at Sparsholt College Andover Campus. The course combines theory sessions with practical workshop activities covering vehicle systems and repair principles. Assessment includes written examinations and practical assessments that test your understanding of light vehicle maintenance and repair.
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
Light vehicle technician. Servicing and repairing cars at a garage or dealership.
MOT tester. Carrying out statutory vehicle safety inspections.
Vehicle diagnostics technician. Using diagnostic equipment to identify faults.
Fleet maintenance technician. Keeping company vehicle fleets roadworthy.
Automotive service advisor. Combining technical knowledge with customer-facing work.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The NVQ route is the qualification carpenters and mechanics typically need for a recognised skilled-worker status with employers.
IMI Level 4 Award in Electric and Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement. A specialist qualification for working on electric and hybrid vehicles, increasingly in demand as the industry shifts.
Apprenticeship Standard: Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician. Combines on-the-job training with formal assessment at Level 3.
