Introduction
This course is an excellent stepping-stone into the Motor Vehicle industry.
This qualification is designed as a pre-apprentice course and covers most of the basic technical elements required within the motor vehicle repair industry.
The course provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all garage types.
This course is a mix of hands-on practical activities and theory allowing candidates to gain technical knowledge and valuable skills required for employment in the motor vehicle industry.
Course code
CCVM
Location
Dumfries Campus
Duration
Attendance: Full Time up to 3 days per week.
Entry Requirements
You should be able to study at Intermediate 1 level, National 4 or above or have completed The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Award for the Introduction to Vehicle Technology.
Entry may be possible for mature candidates depending on prior experience and knowledge.
You will be required to attend an Information and Interview session before the commencement of the course.
If you are currently studying at the College, you will also require a positive Progressing Learner Reference.
Information and Interview Session Requirements
If selected, you will be asked to attend an in-person selection session where you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, experience, enthusiasm and suitability for this course.
Please be aware that there are only 2 selection sessions available. We strongly recommend that you attend the first session as offers will be made from the session and this may reduce the places available for the second session.
Session 1 – Tuesday 25th March, 16:30
Session 2 – Tuesday 3rd June, 16:30
You must attend one to be able to be considered for a place on the course.
At the session you will also be required to bring:
Evidence of your qualifications, employment experience, interest in the sector demonstrated in your personal statement.
We will ensure the entry requirements, and your aspirations and career plan are appropriate for the course and the level of course you have applied for.
Course Content
The course is structured around a selection of both knowledge and skill based practical motor vehicle engineering units together with a core skills programme, which is valued by employers; involving communications, numeracy and information technology.
The course involves the study of light vehicle construction and routine maintenance, operating principles of light vehicle engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems, transmission systems and electrical and electronic systems within structured practical workshop lessons and classroom theory.
Assessments
Assessments are ongoing throughout the 36 weeks course duration and include completion of practical tasks as well as portfolio work and one online multiple choice assessment.
Progression
Progression to the IMI Diploma in light vehicle maintenance or higher level full-time programmes of study or into an apprenticeship with an employer.
Career Prospects
Employment as a Modern Apprentice in the motor vehicle industry.
Additional funding information
You may be eligible for Bursary/EMA funding for this course, please contact a member of the student funding team for details.
Selling Points
This very popular course works well as an introduction to the motor vehicle industry, as a continuation of the college schools motor vehicle programme or as a route to a Modern Apprenticeship.