Vehicle Fitting Principles sponsored by Moffats - Industry Excellence Academy Diploma 2
at The Manchester College, Manchester · college
What the college says
This course is a new course sponsored by Moffatt’s Motor Accessories and is a transitional route that once completed can lead to a highly prodigious place on the T Level Technical Qualification in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing and Light and electric vehicles. This is a two year course at Level 3 which is equivalent to 3 A levels with employer involvement that will be a minimum of 315 hours work placement. This has a high probability of employment or continuing into higher education once completed This L2 VRQ includes the full range of routine vehicle fitting procedures. It provides essential knowledge and skills for vehicle fitters working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and fast fit businesses. It provides learners with the opportunity to study both the theory and practical aspects of some of the following: • Inspecting, repairing and replacing high performance light vehicle and motorcycle tyres. • Carrying out light vehicle front wheel alignment. • Inspecting and replacing light vehicle clutches, exhaust components, suspension dampers, and vehicle batteries and braking systems. • Safe use of oxy-acetylene. • Assessing and securing a roadside situation. Learners will gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace, agreeing customer vehicle needs and other skills associated with working in a garage
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
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
Openshaw Campus
Openshaw Campus Ashton Old Road, Manchester, M11 2WH
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Manchester
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