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Motor Vehicle Level 1

Course code: P11901

Subject area: Motor Vehicle

Study level: School Leaver

Course level: 1

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Monday to Friday

Course date:

8th Sept 2025 - 3rd Jul 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

Apply for this course
The Level 1 Vehicle Maintenance Course can help you take your first steps towards a career in the Motor Vehicle industry. Through a combination of practical experience and written assignments, the course provides learners with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed for a successful career in this fast-paced technological industry sector.

Using our state-of-the-art facilities, you will learn a range of technical, practical, and academic skills to prepare you for a career in the industry, an apprenticeship or further study. The course focuses on the core automotive and technical skills valued by employers in the workplace, including Engine Operations, Transmissions, Chassis Systems and Vehicle Electrics. By studying these core elements, you will be well on your way to becoming a vocationally trained and adaptable individual in this rapidly changing industry.

Course units
"Vehicle Lubrications Systems- Vehicle Engine Cooling Systems- Vehicle Fuel and Exhaust Systems - Vehicle Spark Ignition Systems - Vehicle Electrical Systems - Vehicle Braking Systems - Vehicle Transmission Systems - Vehicle Steering and Suspension Systems - Vehicle Wheels and Tyres Systems - Vehicle Hand Skills and Manufacturing Techniques"

What next?
On successful completion of this course you will be able to apply for the Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles, an Apprenticeship or seek Motor Vehicle technician level employment.

Entry criteria
English & Maths GCSE at grade 2 or Level 1 Functional Skills in both subjects
Fee information
"In addition to the main course fees there is an additional cost of £340 for tool kits/work wear clothing (Costs are approximate and given for guidance only.)

There are bursaries available to help you with other course cost, call 01235 216 298 for more information.

The 19+ full fee button displays the full fee that may apply, the rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. Also see the Course Fees & Finance page by searching Fees and bursaries link at the top of the screen."

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

16-18 Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Kit / Clothing: £325.00

Materials: £60.00

Total Cost: £385.00

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Kit / Clothing: £325.00

Materials: £60.00

Total Cost: £385.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Kit / Clothing: £325.00

Materials: £60.00

Total Cost: £385.00

Qualifications received
City and Guilds Level 1 Vehicle Systems Maintenance

Learning & method assessment
A variety of assessment methods are used including observations of practical workshop tasks, practical task write ups which detail how the task was performed, written theory knowledge papers and online exams. These will challenge your understanding of the content and concepts of automotive engineering. If required you will also study GSCE Skills English and/or maths to support your entry to employment, apprenticeship or further studies.

User skills
"As well as the technical and practical skills you will gain a range of transferable skills including written and oral communication, team working, self-management, time management, leadership, self-confidence and self-directed learning.You will gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours that you need to gain employment or to progress you onto your next level of study ."

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