Full Time Motor Sport - BTEC National & PEO
BTEC
In Huntingdon
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Huntingdon
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Duration
2 Years
Engine Preparation. Lubrication - Wet and Dry Sump. Cooling System Evaluation. Petrol and Diesel Fuel Systems. Exhaust Gas Treatment. Electronic Ignition Systems. Steering and Suspension Geometry. Wheels and Tyres - Road and Race. Braking Systems for Road and Race. Maths, Science and Electronics contextualised towards Motor Sport. Competition Vehicle Preparation. Transmissions Systems
Important information
Government funding available
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Start date
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About this course
Four GCSEs Grade D or above to include Maths and English, and a mechanical aptitude. Other appropriate qualifications will be considered. All students will be invited in for an interview and initial assessment.
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Course programme
Course Code :ACWA1
Is this course for you
This course is for students who are looking to work within the motor sport industry. You will gain training in general motor mechanics and electronics. You will gain practical experience in preparing a race car prior to an event and attend race days as the vehicle support team. The course also runs in conjunction with a performing engineering operations qualification to help gain the required hand skills to complete all practical assessments.
Duration
?2 years
What will you study
Engine Preparation * Lubrication - Wet and Dry Sump * Cooling System Evaluation * Petrol and Diesel Fuel Systems * Exhaust Gas Treatment * Electronic Ignition Systems * Steering and Suspension Geometry * Wheels and Tyres - Road and Race * Braking Systems for Road and Race * Maths, Science and Electronics contextualised towards Motor Sport * Competition Vehicle Preparation * Transmissions Systems
How will you be assessed
Assignments, exams, practical assessments and course work.
What can you do after course
Progress to the Motor Sport or automotive industry or continue studying at university.
Additional information
An interview will be required to gain entry to this course, when your mechanical aptitude will be assessed. Key Skills/Functional Skills - you will be expected to undertake these at the appropriate level.
Full Time Motor Sport - BTEC National & PEO