BTEC 1st Diploma in Motorsport Engineering

Motor Sport and Automotive Engineering Technology
BTEC 1st Diploma in Motorsport Engineering(2010/2011)
Thames Gateway College Information:
This course runs at Thames Gateway College at CEME.
Duration :1 Year (Full Time)
Who the Course is For:
The BTEC 1st Diploma is a full-time course. The student learns by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic worksplace situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employement area you have chosen, you develop the skills you need to start or progress in an engineering career.
Assessment:
Continual assessment processes including assignment, and the assessment of any practical or theoretical projects and laboratory investigations. Some units have tests and examinations.
Course Leads To:
BTEC National Diploma in Motor Sport. Direct entry into employment in the chosen field.
Entry Requirements:
For the BTEC 1st Diploma, GCSE Grade C in Maths and Grade D or above in Science (double) and English are required. Satisfactory interivew by a member of the teaching team.
Content:
The course is made up of sufficient units to equate to 360 GLH - 3 core units and a number of specialist units. The specialist units enable the student to study particular areas within Motor sports engineering in depth. The course contect includes: Computer Aided Design; Vehicle Maths and Science; Strip and Rebuild Motor Sport Engines; Engine Systesm Principles; Component Remove and Refit Technology; Vehicle Inspection; Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Principles. The delivery of the course programme is underpinned by practical and theoretical subjects that provide an insight into a number of aspects within the field of Automotive/Motorsport Engineering.