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Overview

 

This course offers a practical approach to developing skills in basic maintenance of motor vehicles, vehicle valeting, health and safety and familiarity with the tools and equipment involved. All of this will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to move on to higher education or into sector based employment.

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How will I learn?

Woodpecker Court has a workshop and a variety of agricultural vehicles and equipment, and a 15 acre site where a wide variety of projects take place using them. You will be involved in real world projects and learning practically with the vehicles, as well as working in the classroom to build your portfolio of evidence.

 

You will carry out research projects and take control of your own education to gain knowledge in a sector that interests you.

 

In year two you will be able to carry out a work placement and gain skills from professionals in your chosen sector.​

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What will I learn?

You will start by learning about organisation tools and techniques and working with others to give you a kick start at being able to take control of your education and prioritise your tasks.

 

Students are involved with checking tyres and tread, checking vehicles for use of consumables, identification of external and internal vehicle parts, familiarisation with tools and equipment used, health and safety in relation to vehicle maintenance, and vehicle valeting.

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How will it be delivered 

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Work is split 50:50 between practical and theory sessions. The vast majority of assessments are done through internal practical observations whilst working with vehicles and in the workshop, as the nature of our provision caters for those who struggle with the classroom environment.  There is some written work involved, students will undertake research individually.

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Next Steps

This can lead to further in depth study at level 1, level 2, or an Apprenticeship, Traineeship or employment in the sector.