Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Intermediate Apprenticeship

This course is designed to give you the relevant training and education required to become a successful employee within the motor industry. Learning through practical and theory sessions at College is teamed with work-based experience and training in order to achieve a level 2 qualification.

The course combines development of practical and theoretical skills at College, together with experience gained in the workplace. Students complete six core units and a choice of optional units, the choice being decided between the tutor, student and employer.

Course content
Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Diploma Level 2 units include:

• Good Housekeeping, Health and Safety


• Support for Job Roles


• Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices


• Routine Motorcycle Maintenance


• Motorcycle Internal Engine Systems


• Motorcycle Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust Systems


• Motorcycle Electrical Units and Components


• Removing and Replacing Motorcycle Chassis Units and Components

Optional unit

• Knowledge of Motorcycle Preparation and Inspection

As part of the Apprenticeship framework you will also study Employment Rights and Responsibilities, and Functional Skills in English, maths and ICT.

What are the entry requirements?

Candidates should have a strong interest in the area of Motor Cycle Mechanics. They will need to be dedicated and committed their study and be responsible for their own learning. Students will be required to attend an interview with the Work Based Learning team and be asked to complete basic skills assessments in literacy and numeracy followed by a paper based trade assessment. It is compulsory for all students to attend a four day taster session, which normally takes place in the summer. Students on this course are required to be employed in a suitable work placement, carrying out motorcycle service and repair, and have four GCSEs (grades A*-D), or equivalent, including English, maths and science.

What can I do next?

Following further training and development, career pathways may include progression to roles such as motorcycle diagnostic technician, service adviser, or maintenance controller.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for an Apprenticeship

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses & Apprenticeships (PDF)

Considering an apprenticeship?
Many young people look to an apprenticeship to gain valuable skills directly in the workplace.
You can apply for both an apprenticeship, and a full-time course as your back up,
but note that you will need to do some research to find an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice
if you do not already have one.

If you are applying for an apprenticeship please use the application form above,
ensuring you complete section 4 of the form. In order to start your apprenticeship you must have an employer
ready to complete your apprenticeship with.

Please contact our Apprenticeship Hub team on 01206 712412 or
apprenticeships@colchester.ac.uk
or visit our Apprenticeships Section
for details and support when finding an employer. If you already have an employer please include
their contact details in section 4 of the application form. If you require any more information about
the apprenticeships we offer, please click "Read more..." below:

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