Vehicle Technology - City & Guilds, Introduction (SCQF Level 4)

An in-depth introduction to working in the motor vehicle industry.

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North East Scotland College, Scotland
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This course is available on the North East Scotland College website.

Description

Why take this course?

This City and Guilds course will introduce you to the basic skills required for employment in the automotive maintenance sector. The course allows for extensive hands-on work, and will allow you to develop confidence and competence when it comes to problem solving, teamwork and commercial awareness – key transferrable skills for progressing towards further study or employment. You will:

  • Build a broad base of knowledge, skills and understanding related to vehicle technology;
  • Develop an awareness of health and safety issues relevant to a range of activities;
  • Develop essential skills for learning, life and work;
  • Develop aspects of the core skills of Working with Others and problem solving;
  • Build technical knowledge and skills in relation to working within the industry;
  • Develop good practice in maintaining a tidy and safe work environment.

What you will experience

You will be introduced to workshop safety, and the tools and equipment used in the industry. You will then progress to developing skills in the repair and maintenance of vehicles through learning about the principles of engine components and operation for steering, breaking and suspension systems. Teaching will take the form of theory, as well as a range of practical activities.

You will participate in the following units:

  • Engine Lubrication Systems
  • Vehicle Braking Systems
  • Steering and Suspension Systems
  • Wheels and Tyres
  • Engine Cooling Systems
  • Vehicle Electrical Systems.

The programme places an emphasis on learning by doing, so most of the work you will be doing to achieve the units is practical.

About North East Scotland College

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North East Scotland College is the single largest provider of vocational education and training in the North East of Scotland.

We have a course to suit everyone; whether you’re fresh out of school, currently working, returning to education or simply want to try something new – whatever your educational or occupational background, an opportunity awaits at NESCol.

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