City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles

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A level 3 course to develop the student’s ability to carry out technical inspection, testing and diagnostic fault finding on a modern motor vehicle.

  • Overview

    The course consists of 5 units, covering the diagnostics and testing of different areas of the modern motor vehicle. Each unit will consist of theory lessons, workshop practical’s and an online multiple-choice end test. An additional theory unit has been included to work safely around electric vehicles.

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  • Who is this course for?
    Candidates who wish to progress into a career as a vehicle technician, auto-electrician of MOT tester.

  • Entry Requirements
    • GCSE Grade 4 or higher in Maths and English
    • A previous Level 2 in Maintenance and repair

  • Assessment Types
    • Practical observations
    • Written job card reports
    • Online multiple choice exams

  • Units/Modules
    • Skills & Knowledge in Diagnosing and Rectifying Light Vehicle Chassis System Faults
    • Skills & Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Faults
    • Skills & Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Faults
    • Skills & Knowledge in the Diagnosing and Rectifying of Automotive Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults
    • Knowledge of Carrying Out Non-High Voltage Operations On, Near or With an Electric Vehicle

  • Benefits/Skills
    A level 3 diploma with a recognised awarding body, allowing for future progression as a vehicle technician, auto-electrician of MOT tester.

  • Careers/Progression
    Vehicle technician, auto-electrician of MOT tester.

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