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Motor Vehicle (Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair) VCQ Foundation Certificate Level1 (Sept '12)
Mechanic courses in Brighton
Course code: B1036
Course category: Full-time
End Qualification: VRQ Award in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, Level 1
Starting and ending month: September to June
Days of the week: TBC
Course duration: 36 weeks
Time of day: All day
Formal assessment: Formal assessment required
Course location: City College East, Wilson Avenue
Course aims:
Have you always wanted to work in the motor vehicle industry? Would you like to learn invaluable skills that you can carry through life no matter what career you have?
City College is the leading provider of Motor Vehicle Studies and has been training young men and women since 1946, supporting students to achieve in their studies which are all industry led. The Motor Vehicle department is one of the most successful in the College.
Our Full-time courses are all Vocational VRQ courses and are certified and recognised by the Institute of the Motor Vehicle
This qualification is ideal for anyone who wishes to pursue a career as a service technician and anyone keen to develop knowledge of the Motor Industry from a repair and refit perspective. Level 1 is the first step on the progression route from novice to qualified mechanic, a journey which will present a host of employment opportunities from fast fit to Formula One.
All our courses involve students studying both the theory and practical aspects of light vehicle maintenance including health and safety and other skills associated with working in a garage and this blend ensures a diverse range of learning opportunities for our students. No two days are the same!
Students will learn key skills and gain an in insight into light vehicle technology. Through our enrichment opportunities and tutorial program students will see a growth in their personal and social development.
To find out more about our Motor Vehicle department follow the link
www.ccb.ac.uk/public/college-life/motor-vehicle
Course content:
You will learn about:
- Light vehicle construction and routine maintenance
- Operating orinciples of light vehicle engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems
- Operating principles and maintenance of light vehicle transmission systems and electrical and electronic systems.
Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
Facilities for students:
Students will have use of our new state of the art flagship workshop facility at CCE.
Also students will have access to all City Colleges facilities including, Library, Refectory and Students Union.
Tutors:
- Steve Philliben, Personal Tutor for all groups and Team leader For Motor Vehicle Department. Successfully managing medium to large organisations since 1996.
- Frank Tomline, Motor Vehicle Lecturer for all Levels. A qualified engineer Frank has been teaching 1991.
- Phil Hill, Motor Vehicle Lecturer for all Levels. Phil recently joined the department and was previously running a very successful repair garage in Brighton.
- Brian Lawrence, an old hand Brian has been with us since 1974! Brian is both a Motor Vehicle Lecturer and workshop technician. Brian can fix anything!
- Ronnie Dawson, a qualified Aircraft Engineer who ran a successful garage specialising in the repair and sale of Japanese cars, Motor Vehicle Lecturer for all Levels.
- Eddie McCaskil, Motor Vehicle Workshop Technician.
Assessment: On the course there will be Practical Assessments, On Line Assessments, Written Assessments as well as a Portfolio to complete.
UCAS Tariff: Level 1
Awarding Body: Institute of the Motor Industry Awards
Entry Requirements:
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade G or better, an equivalent Entry level qualification (eg BTEC, City & Guilds, NOCN) or suitability at interview.
Interview for entry: Interview required
Pre-entry preparation:
It would be useful to read Hillier’s Fundamentals Of Motor Vehicle Technology – 5th Edition.
Progression and links:
On completion of this Level 1 course you may wish to continue your studies at City college and move on to the VRQ Award in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, Level 2.
Alternatively you could use the skills you have learnt and move straight into the motor vehicle workplace either in Customer Service or perhaps as an Apprentice.
Academic Centre:
CMTV - Motor Vehicle
Costs of your Course:
There are five parts to the cost of your course:
- Tuition Fees
- College registration
- Awarding Body registration
- Resource Fee
- Exam / Assessment Fees
Tuition fees
How much will the Tuition Fees cost?
Below are the fees for this course.
Free Study and Financial Support
All full time courses are free to EU residents who are under 19 years old on the 31st August 2012. The only fees you have to pay are for specialist resources and equipment and the cost of these varies from £25 to £300 depending upon the subject you are studying.
Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial help from the college's learner support funds. You should apply for financial support as soon as you receive your offer letter.
For more information on financial assitance, please follow the link below.
| Additional costs | Payment due | Total |
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Tool Box 2009 price - £68.29 _ Bought direct via the Motor Vehicle Department Hillier’s 5th Edition – Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology – ISBN – 0-7487-8082-3 - £16 Steel Toe Cap Boots and Overalls - £20 (approx)
Financial assistance information.
How to apply for full-time courses.
Disclaimer:
Although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, it does not form any part of a
contract between City College Brighton and Hove and the student. Courses may be subject to change.
Timetables are subject to change and you should check with your tutor prior to enrolment for the details of your timetable.
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