Motor Vehicle - Introduction to Vehicle Technology (Entry Level 3)

Learning will cover the technical theory behind all of the below operations and practical skills required to carry out these operations to motor vehicle industry standard. Valeting: Exterior and interior cleaning processes Selection and use of cleaning materials Selection use and maintenance of valeting equipment Preparation to accept Primers and Colour: This includes all metals, plastics and body filled repairs to accept paint materials Selection and use of materials Selection, use and maintenance of preparation equipment Masking: The types of masking materials and their uses and applications Paint Materials: The Types of paint materials available and their preparation and uses Paint Application Equipment: The selection, setting up, use of and maintenance of equipment required for the application of primers and top coat paint materials Paint faults: Their identification, prevention and rectification. Remove and Replace Non-Structural Body Panels and Components: To include doors, wings, bonnet, tailgate, boot lid, bumpers, lights, grilles and body trim components Remove and Fit Non-Structural Body Panels: M.I.G and Spot Welding new panels Removing and replacing welded panels Repair Vehicle Body Panels: Dent removal, using hand tools and specialist equipment Hot shrinking Body filling and plastic bumper repairs Introduction to Cooling & Lubrication Systems Introduction to Battery & Lighting Systems Introduction to Suspension & Steering Introduction to Braking Systems Introduction to Vehicle inspection Introduction to wheels, Tyres & Exhaust System In addition to these main areas learners will be provided knowledge and assessed on their understanding and ability to: The course is delivered at Keighley College and Printworks Campus. Ideally candidates should have achieved: Entry Level 1. Students can progress onto some of our Level 1 diplomas: