This apprenticeship deals with the repair and maintenance of all types of vehicles, from mopeds to lorries. There are more than 32 million vehicles on the UK’s roads, which mean we need plenty of motor vehicle technicians to keep them roadworthy. This apprenticeship gears your staff to develop and retain high quality skills for your business, in this growing industry.

Duration

Entry requirements

Typical job titles

Progression

Key responsibilities

Level 2: 2 years ; Level 3: 1.8 to 2 years

- 16 years or over.- Working in or interested in Motor Vehicles- English & Maths at GCSE A – D or equivalent- Complete a basic skills assessment in literacy & numeracy- Successfully complete entry test.

Delivery

We are a top provider in London with consistently

high success rates

We are the largest college provider of apprenticeships in

We work with major companies including

Addison Lee, Autotech BMW,

Tony Fowkes Autos

Government funding may be

available. Eligibilityand criteria apply

west London A minimum of 30 hours of on the job training at work place per week including a day release to study theory at the college at Uxbridge campus

Level 2: Light vehicle service technician, heavy vehicle service technician and auto electrical technician.

Level 3: Light vehicle diagnostic technician and auto electrical diagnostic technician.

As an apprentice, one could work for a dealership and focus on a particular manufacturer, or work for an independent garage.

At level 3, the learner will also develop an understanding of the principles, construction and operation and testing methods of common mechanical and electrical and electronic systems and components. It also covers the procedures involved in the removal and replacement of system components and the evaluation of their performance.

If you complete a Level 2 Apprenticeship, you may be able to progress onto Level 3.

- Technical Certificate- NVQ Qualification- Functional Skills (English, maths & ICT)- Employer Rights & Responsibilities (ERR).

Qualifications:

Key Information Choose West Met Skills

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ApprenticeshipG R O W Y O U R O W N T A L E N T

E M P L O Y E R F A C T S H E E T

Level 2 & 3

MOTOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

Mandatory units

- Health safety and good housekeeping- Supporting job roles- Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices - Routine light vehicle maintenance- Light vehicle engine mechanical, lubrication and cooling system units and components- Light vehicle fuel, ignition, air and exhaust system units and components - Removing and replacing light vehicle electrical units and components- Removing and replacing light vehicle chassis units and components.

Modules and Content

Level 2 - Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Common Modules for all Apprenticeships:

- Rights and responsibilities of workers (including equal opportunities legislation)- Organisation, disciplines and representative structures of the industries concerned- Impact on the sector of public law and policies.

- Application of Number – Level 1 or 2 - Communication – Level 1 or 2- Information Communication Technology – Level 1 or 2.

Functional Skills

Employment Rights and Responsibilities

Mandatory units

- Health safety and good housekeeping- Supporting job roles- Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices - Diagnosing and rectifying automotive vehicle - auxiliary electrical faults- Diagnosing and rectifying light vehicle engine faults - Diagnosing and rectifying light vehicle chassis system faults- Diagnosing and rectifying light vehicle transmission and driveline faults

The learners will also learn the principles,construction and operation and testing methods of common mechanical and electrical and electronic systems and components. It also covers the procedures involvedin the removal and replacement of system components and the evaluation of their performance. - vehicle lighting- auxiliary circuits- transmission unit- power unit- drive shafts- axele assemblies - brake assemblies- indicators- starting and charging systems- circuit relays- bulb types- fan and heater- circuit protection- inertia and pre-engaged starter motor- starter ring gear- pinion- starter solenoid- ignition/starter switch- starter relay (if appropriate)- clutch (pre-engaged starter motor)

Auxiliary Systemsa function and construction of electrical components including:- central door locking- anti theft devices- manual locking and dead lock systems

Level 3 - Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair