Introduction to Car Maintenance
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Training
Distance
Description
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Type
Training
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Level
Beginner
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Location
Whitehaven
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Class hours
100h
With the UK Open Learning Car Maintenance course, you can learn all about what really goes on under the bonnet. From the fundamentals such as the basics of the engine, through to the more complex elements like the components of the gear box, you'll cover it all. Suitable for: suitable for anyone who wants a introduction to car maintenence
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Start date
Start date
About this course
there is no requirements
Reviews
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My course was amazing, enjoyable and services provided were excellent. I enjoyed my time in all. Thanks for everything.
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Can't recommend this college enough. Brilliant courses and tutors were simply good. I enjoyed my time in all.
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If you're looking for flexible qualification, then UK Open College is the best place ever. I did a level 3 certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools. Good experience!
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Course rating
Recommended
Centre rating
Lorraine Barr
Amanda
Abby Griffiths
Sonal Prabhakar
shamid
Course programme
Car Maintenance Introduction
Course Overview: Keeping a car on the road today can be an expensive business. Not only do you have to pay for the road tax, insurance and petrol but you also have to fork out a small fortune to a garage every time something goes wrong with it!! But why pay for the repairs when you could do them yourself? With the UK Open Learning Car Maintenance course, you can learn all about what really goes on under the bonnet. From the fundamentals such as the basics of the engine, through to the more complex elements like the components of the gear box, you’ll cover it all.
Pre Requisites: There are no entry requirements for this course, just a interest in the subject.
Support: As a UK Open Learning home student you will have full tutor support for a full 12 months from the day you receive the course, you can contact your tutor by e-mail and post.
Exam Details: Students are assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments based on their application of the course content. The assignments take the form of a series of structured questions. There is no word count for these assignments however you do have to prove to your tutor that you have fully understood the question asked, and one sentence answers will be rejected, and you will be asked to re-submit it again for marking.
Key Jobs: The course is ideal for anyone considering a job as a motor mechanic and does not have any experience.
Course Outline: This is a list of some of the modules you will be covering in this course.
Unit 1: Breakdown and Emergencies
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First aid for your car Safety rules Emergency stops Starting problems Blowing exhaust Moving problems Changing a wheel
Unit 2: The Vehicle Body, Fixtures and Fittings
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The body Chassis Subframe Floor plan Rollover bars Bonnet Nuts and bolts Radiator Seat belts
Unit 3: The Engine and its Operation
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Head gasket Camshaft Timing Valve System Operation Horse power Oil
Unit 4: Suspension and Steering
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Suspension springs Shock absorbers Steering
Unit 5: The Braking System
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Hydraulic brakes Disc brakes Callipers (break, fixed and floating) Drum brakes Cylinders Hand brakes Anti-lock brake system Brake warning system
Unit 6: The Electrical and Ignition System
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Electrical system overview The battery Alternator Lighting Circuit Bulbs Auxiliary Electrical system Car electrics Ignition systems
Unit 7: The Cooling System
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Water cooled system Radiator Cooling fans The thermostat Temperature sensor unit
Unit 8: The Air-Conditioning and Heating System
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Air conditioning The compressor The condenser Air conditioning Low pressure line
Unit 9: Transmission- Manual and Automatic
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Drive train The differential Manual transmission Gears Speedometer drive
Unit 10: Fuel Systems
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Engine fuel Wrong fuel Octane rating Fuel tank Intake manifold Carburettor
Unit 11: Emissions and Exhausts
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The emission control system The catalytic converter Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) Fuel evaporative control system (EVAP) Exhaust systems The silencer
Unit 12: MOT Pre-Check
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Mirrors Body and doors Seats and belts Bonnet Number plates Steering, suspension and drive shaft Tyres Lights Brakes Windscreen
Unit 13: Introduction to Health and Safety
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Personal protective equipment Moving equipment Safety procedures at work Fire
CODE FORMAT FULL PRICE DISCOUNTED PAY IN FULL PRICE INSTALMENTS B104 Paper £275.00 £248.00 6 Months at £45.84
Additional information
Introduction to Car Maintenance