Postgraduate programme

INTERMEDIATE MOTOR VEHICLE SERVICE & MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (LIGHT VEHICLE) APPRENTICESHIP

Offered by SOUTH & CITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM

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Programme overview

Why choose this programme?

This apprenticeship is suitable for someone who us looking to take up a role in motor vehicle and service technicians. This is the industry standard if you want to become a car mechanic and work on “light Vehicles” (Cars). HGV have a separate dedicated qualification that can be found on our website.*

This qualification covers the technical needs of today’s motor vehicle repair industry, working on all types of light vehicles.

It’s ideal for anyone looking to be a vehicle technician or MOT tester.

Covering all light vehicle technologies students will be expected to carry out practical diagnostic fault-finding tasks. As a practical-based course, it provides the essential knowledge to be a service technician working on cars and vans in all types of garages, dealerships, and maintenance depot.

There are also opportunities to undertake air-conditioning, and potential to upskill to be able to work on EV and hybrid vehicles to further enhance your employability.
Where can I progress next?

- Level 4 Certificate in Automotive studies
- Level 4 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Master Technician

Modality

ON-CAMPUS: BIRMINGHAM

Entry requirements

Individual employers will set the selection criteria for the applicant. It is recommended during the selection process that the Apprentice demonstrates the following qualities:

- Interested in motor vehicles
- General analytical and mechanical skills
- Research and problem solving skills
- Organised, methodical and good attention to detail
- Good communication skills, both oral and written
- Works as part of a team to deliver excellent service

You must have gained or be working towards GCSE 4-9 or above (or accredited equivalent) in Maths, English and a science or technical subject.

Dates and duration

Daytime

SYLLABUS

As part of your role you will gain experience in a working garage where you will be able to develop the essential skills needed to become a qualified mechanic, these skills will include:

- Customer Care
- Vehicle Systems
- Electronics
- Fault Diagnostics
- Science
- Maths
- Light Engines
- SI Electrics
- Ancillary Equipment
- Fuel Injection
- Transmission
- Braking
- Steering and Suspension
- Engine Maintenance Systems