THE COURSES ON OFFER

The vehicle fitting courses are the basic courses we run they are ideal for school children to get into the motor industry by gaining industry recognised certification while still at school. This would put them ahead of the game in the current difficult job market.
There is a shortage of motor vehicle engineers at the moment so it should not be too difficult to get employment in the industry in our current recession.

Level 1 Award in Vehicle Fitting Operations (Vehicle Fitting)
Qual Ref: 100/5574/5 (FF)

This is a level 1 pre-apprenticeship qualification that covers the technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry, including basic processes and principles and foundation skills.
It provides essential knowledge for auto-electricians working on vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots.

It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of light vehicles in the following:
Basic Construction and Layouts
Basic Front Wheel Alignment
Basic Testing of Vehicle Charging Systems
Basic Removal and Replacement of:
Clutches
Exhaust Systems
Batteries
Suspension Dampers
Braking System Components
Standard Light Vehicle Tyres

Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, IMI Awards set ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and assessments set by the MVT School.

Level 2 Certificate in Vehicle Fitting (Vehicle Fitting)
Qual Ref: 100/5575/7 (FF)

This is a level 2 qualification that includes the full range of routine vehicle fitting procedures. It provides essential knowledge for vehicle fitters working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and fast fit businesses.
It is a learning programme which provides students with the opportunity to study both the theory and practical aspects of some of the following:
Inspecting, repairing and replacing: high performance light vehicle tyres and motorcycle tyres.
Carrying out light vehicle front wheel alignment.
Inspecting and replacing light vehicle:
clutches
exhaust components
suspension dampers
vehicle batteries
braking systems
Assessing and securing a roadside situation
Identifying and agreeing customer vehicle needs.
Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, IMI Awards set ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and assessments set by the MVT School.

Level 1 Award in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle)
Qual Ref: 100/5569/1 (LV)

This level 1 qualification covers the basic technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots.
It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Light Vehicle Construction and Routine Maintenance
Operating Principles of Light Vehicle Engines, Tyres, Brakes, Steering and Suspension Systems
Operating Principles and Maintenance of Light Vehicle Transmission Systems and Electrical and Electronic Systems
Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, IMI Awards set ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and by assessments set by the MVT School.

Level 1 Award in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Motorcycle)
Qual Ref: 100/5569/1 (MC)

This level 1 qualification covers the basic technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on motorcycles in all types of garages and dealerships.
It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Motorcycle Construction and Routine Maintenance
Operating Principles of Motorcycle Engines, Tyres, Brakes, Steering and Suspension Systems
Operating Principles and Maintenance of Motorcycle Transmission Systems and Electrical and Electronic Systems
Assembling New Motorcycles Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, IMI Awards ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and by assessments set by the MVT School.

Level 1 Award in Automotive Pre-vocational Learning Light Vehicle
Qual Ref: 500/3573/3 (LV)

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide an automotive pathway of specialist learning for the Foundation Diploma in Engineering. It has been approved by the Engineering Diploma Development Partnership and the Sector Skills Council, Automotive Skills.
The Award can also be used as standalone qualification.
It offers learners the opportunity to broaden their horizons and explore automotive as career a pathway. It is ideal for both learners who enjoy a practical environment and those who are interested in pursuing a technical career within the sector. It is a learning programme which involves learners studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Fundamental Principles of Light Vehicle Engine and Transmission Systems
Fundamental Principles of Light Vehicle Braking, Suspension and Steering Systems
Fundamental Principles of Light Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Vehicle Systems
Learners also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The learner’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards practical assessments, ‘end of unit’ assessments and the Unit 2 project, Understanding the Automotive Retail and Road Transport Sector, set by IMI Awards.

Level 1 Award in Automotive Pre-vocational Learning Motorcycle
Qual Ref: 500/3573/3 (MC)

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide an automotive pathway of specialist learning for the Foundation Diploma in Engineering. It has been approved by the Engineering Diploma Development Partnership and the Sector Skills Council, Automotive Skills.
The Award can also be used as standalone qualification.
It offers learners the opportunity to broaden their horizons and explore automotive as career a pathway. It is ideal for both learners who enjoy a practical environment and those who are interested in pursuing a technical career within the sector.
It is a learning programme which involves learners studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Fundamental Principles of Motorcycle Engine and Transmission Systems
Fundamental Principles of Motorcycle Braking, Suspension and Steering Systems
Fundamental Principles of Motorcycle?Electrical and Electronic Vehicle Systems
Learners also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The learner’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards practical assessments, ‘end of unit’ assessments and the Unit 2 project, Understanding the Automotive Retail and Road Transport Sector, set by IMI Awards.

Level 1 Award in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations (Body Repair)
Qual Ref: 100/5571/X (BR)

This is a level 1 pre-apprenticeship qualification that covers the technical needs for today?s motor vehicle repair industry, including basic processes, principles, and foundation skills.
It provides essential knowledge for body repairers working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and specialist body repair shops.
It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Vehicle body repair technical information and materials Forming, joining and measuring
Basic body repairs and moving loads and vehicle jacking
Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, IMI Awards set ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and by assessments set by the MVT School.

Level 1 Award in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations (Refinishing)
Qual Ref: 100/5571/X (RF)

This level 1 qualification covers the basic technical needs for today’s motor vehicle repair industry. It provides essential knowledge for the body refinisher working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and specialist paint shops.
It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:
Interpreting vehicle technical information
Basic vehicle preparation and Vehicle refinishing materials, tools and equipment
Vehicle paint application and minor defect rectification
Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.
The student’s knowledge is assessed by IMI Awards set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, IMI Awards set ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing, and by assessments set by the MVT School.

Adult Courses

There are a number of ideas in the pipeline for future courses to the adult market. We are currently looking at some summer course options with an all female classes focusing on the motor vehicle basics and vehicle breakdown. Also some get me back to work options open to anyone who wishes to gain work in the motor industry.