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Motor Vehicle- Vehicle Maintenance Level 2

at Barnsley College, Barnsley · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you love cars and enjoy fixing things, this could be a perfect career for you. Motor vehicle technicians repair and service cars, vans, motorbikes, lorries and coaches. They work on all vehicle mechanics and electrics, from engines and exhaust systems to air-conditioning and security. For individuals who love to be around cars, becoming an auto mechanic is a dream job. Auto mechanics repair and tune engines to maximum running efficiency, install parts and accessories, and repair dented body panels. You will work in real, practical situations to enable you to develop the skills and experience necessary to operate and maintain a modern motor car safely and efficiently, developing self and working safely with others in which you will learn how to: -Contribute to good housekeeping -Establish, maintain and strengthen working relationships -Apply safe working practices -Comply with statutory regulations -Identify components and understand their operation -Prepare and use workshop equipment required to remove and replace components -Follow instructions for using hand tools to remove and replace components -Remove and replace components and dispose of waste material -Remove and replace transmission and drive line -Remove and replace engine components -Remove and replace chassis Components -Carry out routine vehicle maintenance -Remove and replace auxiliary electrical units

What you need to get on

Three GCSEs at grade A*-D plus GCSE English language at grade 3 or above and GCSE maths at grade 4 or above or Completion of Vehicle Maintenance Level 1 Depending on previous experience and qualifications there may be direct entry onto this course after a successful interview Interview and/or assessment Good personal reference demonstrating acceptable level of attendance and commitment to hard work

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Barnsley

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