Light Vehicle Maintenance Certificate level 2

Year 1

The Certificate is a vocational subject-based learning programme covering all elements both the theory and practical aspects of the following: Light Vehicle routine maintenance, operating principles of engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems, operating principles and maintenance of transmission and electrical systems. Personal and Social Development and Functional Skills are compulsory elements of the course. The program has been designed to improve your understanding of these different light vehicle systems and to further develop knowledge and skills in maintenance procedures on all major systems, including topics such as engine operating principles, braking, suspension, steering and tyre systems, transmission systems, fuel and exhaust systems, charging and electrics systems, as well compulsory health and safety, tools and equipment and job roles in the automotive industry. The course will have a practical focus with the emphasis on gaining the skills and understanding of tasks on light vehicles. The aim is to give you confidence in procedures to an intermediate level and so you will be given opportunities to practice skills and techniques learnt in our fully equipped light vehicle workshop. There is online learning via the colleges Moodle site, where lectures, handouts, course scheduled and other learner resources can be found and utilised by all students.