Course overview
•Health and Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment•Skills in Supporting Job Roles in the Automotive Work Environment.
•Skills in Materials, Fabrication and Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment
•Diagnosing and Rectification of Light Vehicle Engine Faults
•Diagnosing and Rectification of Light Vehicle Chassis System Faults
•Diagnosing and Rectification of Light Vehicle Transmission and Driveline faults
•Diagnosing and Rectification of Light Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults
What are the entry requirements?
You will need a minimum of four or more high grades at GCSE in subjects relevant to the course you’d like to study, including maths and/or English Language at grade 4 or above. Alternatively, you’ll need a Level 2 Diploma with overall Merit in a relevant subject and maths and English at appropriate levels.
Progressing students will also need to demonstrate good attendance and punctuality and to have been on a work experience placement.
Progressing students will also need to demonstrate good attendance and punctuality and to have been on a work experience placement.
How is it assessed?
Assessment of the skills and knowledge associated with this qualification varies and includes observed tasks, written course work and online tests.
What financial support is on offer?
This course is free for anyone aged 16 – 18. If you are outside this age group please contact 01782 254188.
College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a household income under £23,000 can receive up to £20 per week financial support to help pay for travel and meals and meet the costs of essential trips, books, stationery and equipment. The payments will be subject to full attendance on your course. A range of other financial support is available, depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit www.nscg.ac.uk/finance
College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a household income under £23,000 can receive up to £20 per week financial support to help pay for travel and meals and meet the costs of essential trips, books, stationery and equipment. The payments will be subject to full attendance on your course. A range of other financial support is available, depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit www.nscg.ac.uk/finance
What can I do next?
Students may progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship (subject to meeting the entry criteria and requirements related to the apprenticeship course) or further Engineering studies.
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