Motor Vehicle Engineering
Motor Vehicle and Service Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) Apprenticeship
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A motor vehicle service and maintenance technician services and repairs light vehicles such as cars and vans and works either in dealerships which focus on a particular manufacturer, or in an independent garage which deals with many different makes of vehicles.
In this apprenticeship you will be learning the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be successful in your chosen role, these include: How vehicle service and repair is impacted by legislative, regulatory and ethical requirements, including health and safety law and environmental procedures; The structure of the industry and how the business works from an operational perspective, business
targets, the systems and processes that make up the efficient running of a business; How to develop positive working relationships and communicate effectively and how to carry out self-evaluation and improve own performance; The procedures for the maintenance of tools and the workshop; Routine servicing and inspection procedures; Steering and suspension geometries; electrical circuit requirements and calculations; Construction and operation of vehicle components and systems; Common fault types, causes and effects of different types of faults; The implications and legal requirements of fitting accessories and carrying out vehicle modifications.
All apprentices now complete an end-point assessment to complete their qualification. This is delivered by an independent end-point assessment organisation with no affiliation to the employer or training provider. End Point assessments have multiple components and can include:
Professional Discussions
Interviews
Showcase portfolios
Practical assessment of skill
Theory assessments
Assignments and more
36 months plus End Point Assessment
Employers are looking for apprentices who have GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4. Level 2 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-3 or equivalent, including maths or English. Level 3 - 6 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4 or equivalent, including maths or English.
Successful completion of this apprenticeship will enable the learner to secure employment within the industry.
If you don't currently have an employer and would like to undertake an apprenticeship, take a look at our vacancies at www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/Apprenticeship-Vacancies or contact apprenticeships@wigan-leigh.ac.uk for support
Students aged 16-18 do not pay exam fees.
