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Level 3
Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles Diploma – Level 3
COURSE OVERVIEW
You’ll learn a high level of technical knowledge, including diagnosis of complex system faults and advanced systems operation. Following on from diagnosis, you’ll expand your knowledge, learning to rectify engine and component faults, as well as system faults in the chassis, transmission and auxiliary electrical system. It is a learning programme which involves students studying both theory and practical aspects of the following: Diagnosis and Rectification of:
- Engine and component faults
- Chassis System faults
- Transmission System faults
- Auxiliary Electrical System faults
You will also have the opportunity to study other areas, including overhauling mechanical units and enhancement of vehicle systems. You will gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace. You will study the following units:
- Knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of vehicle auxiliary electrical system faults
- Knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and rectification of vehicle engine faults
- Knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and rectification of light vehicle chassis faults
- Knowledge and skills in the diagnosis of vehicle transmission and driveline faults
Every learner at Crawley College who is under 19 will undertake a personal Study Programme designed to develop them academically, practically and personally. Study Programmes contain 3 essential elements:
- Subject Course – Vocational or chosen Academic subject, usually studied for 12 – 16 hours a week.
- English and Maths – Every learner will work towards GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths or Functional Skills. Learners who have already achieved a Grade 4 or C will extend their English and Maths through in-class activities.
- ACES – Our own brand of pastoral support
You will have specific time in your timetable for each of the three elements above and you will be expected to attend all elements throughout the year. Study programmes are designed to help you meet your maximum potential and progress to the next level of study or into work.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The entry requirements for the qualification will be assessed on an individual basis. Selection criteria for entry will take into account your existing academic/vocational qualifications and experience, and interest in working in the retail automotive industry.
You will need to have gained GCSEs at grade 4 or higher in maths and English or have made suitable progress in both maths and English during your previous course. Previous completion of an IMI Level 2 Light Vehicle Diploma or equivalent is required.
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to seek full-time employment within the motor vehicle industry or will be able to progress to higher level study eg Level 4 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering or a degree.
Your skills will be assessed using practical tasks set in the motor vehicle workshop. Knowledge will be assessed via assignments and ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing.
There is a compulsory fee for the course of £40.
Please go direct to our online store for information on kits/uniforms and compulsory supplement fees
This covers the cost of materials and consumables required for the course.
You are required to provide your own safety footwear and overalls; these are mandatory for use in the workshops and are not part of the course cost.
Students 16-18 year olds will not have to pay tuition fees, awarding body registration or exam fees. Please note: You may be entitled to a Bursary payment to help with costs such as travel to College, trips and equipment, a food allowance and childcare. To qualify you must be resident in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria which will include evidence of your financial circumstances.
Cost Information for students aged 19 and over on the start date of their studies. Students aged 19 and over may be entitled to a Bursary payment to help with costs such as travel to College, trips and equipment and childcare. To qualify you must be resident in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria which will include evidence of your financial circumstances. Level 3 Entitlement: students aged 19-23 years old who are studying for their first qualification at Level 3 will be fully-funded, which means your tuition fees, awarding body registration or exam fees will be covered. Advanced Learner Loans Learners who are aged 19 and over and studying Level 3 – 6 Further Education and training programmes. Advanced Learner Loans will give learners in further education access to financial support for tuition costs, similar to that which is available in Higher Education. This means rather than an individual having to pay for their course upfront they have the option of accessing a loan, from the Student Loans Company, that they will only start to repay once they have left the course and are earning over £25,000. Learners aged 19 and over will therefore have the option to either:
- Pay the course fees themselves
- Have an employer/sponsor pay the course fees for them
- Apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to help pay for the course fees
The Advanced Learner Loans are for anyone who is:
- Aged 19 and above at the start of their course
- Studying at Level 3 – 6 in Further Education and training
- Resident in the UK
- Has not previously had a loan to do the same type and level of qualification.
The loan is available irrespective of the learner’s current employment status and the loan will not be means tested or subject to any credit checks.
For further information please contact the Admissions Team by emailing admissions@crawley.ac.uk or by calling 01293 442200 – press option 2 for Admissions.