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Full-Time & A Level Courses

Motor vehicle City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma

Level 3

Course code: M10D106
Type: Full Time, A Level & T Level
Duration: 1 year
Subject area: Motor vehicle
Location: Walford
Additional Costs - £210.00

This charge identified is applicable to learners aged 16-18 who qualify for funding. Learners aged 19+ will have to pay this charge and possibly tuition and exam fees. This will depend on the course and any prior qualifications. For further information, please refer to the fees page of our website https://hlnsc.ac.uk/fees/fees-guidance/

* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.

About the course

Our fully-equipped workshops are some of the largest in the region. You will explore the world of diagnostics, oscilloscopes, wave patterns, air conditioning and electric vehicle repair. You will also look at caster, camber, KPI, ABS, 4-wheel alignment, Lambda, knock and camshaft sensors whilst understanding the reasons for lead lag and BTDC. Training in hybrid electric and air conditioning systems is included.

What qualification will I gain?

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Why choose us

There is a growing need for skilled technicians and competent motor vehicle and related engineers. The course is designed to give you higher level skills and knowledge in a friendly and welcoming environment. You will gain transferable skills to help you work in the auto care and related industries or progress into higher education. The course includes trips and industry workshops to further enhance your knowledge.

What you could do next

Engineering, Motorsport or related disciplines. Employment technician or engineer in related industries, armed forces or marine.

Popular modules

  • Transmission Systems Diagnosis, Rectification & Faults

  • Auxiliary Electrical Systems Diagnosis, Rectification & Faults

  • Engine Systems, Diagnosis, Rectification & Faults

  • Light Vehicle Chassis System, Diagnosis, Rectification & Faults

Assessment methods

Assessment will be via online Exams & practical assessments

Entry requirements

Progression from Level 2 is the common route for these qualifications or Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including Maths and English) with significant prior industry knowledge, skills and experience.