Vehicle Fitting Operations Level 2
- MOA
- Full Time
- Level
- Level 2
- Type
- 16-18, Adult FT
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Location
- Lancaster & Morecambe College
- Start date: 01/09/2025
Vehicle Fitting Operations Level 2 is designed to cover the theoretical and practical aspect of garage operations, including; light vehicle tyres, exhaust systems, batteries and brakes. The course is both classroom and workshop based with practical and on-line assessments.
Learners will also gain a broad knowledge of health and safety in the workplace along with other skills associated with working in a garage.
- Course Overview
You will study the following:
Health, safety and best practice
Support for automotive job roles
Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices
Inspect, repair and replace light vehicle tyres
Inspect and replace exhaust components
Inspect, test and replace vehicle batteries
Inspect and replace brake system components
All LMC students will receive tutorial support and take a programme of Functional Skills including English & Maths.
LMC has guest speakers along with joint events for all students. There is also an excellent opportunity to take part in National Citizen Service (NCS) which gives learners opportunities for bonding and stepping outside of their comfort zones.
- Progression Routes
Upon course completion many of our students choose to progress straight into full time work, self-employment, Higher Education or a Level 3 course at Lancaster & Morecambe College.
There are a variety of exciting roles within the Vehicle Fitting Operations industry, such as:
Motor vehicle fitter
Vehicle body repairer
Car manufacturing worker
Workshop supervisor or manager
Breakdown and recovery service
Vehicle damage assessor
Business owner
You can discover all the opportunities available to you by exploring the full list of careers in this industry.
- Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or higher including GCSE English and Maths, OR a Level 1 related qualification PLUS grade D/3 or higher in English or Maths.
All students aged 16 -19 are required to study Functional Skills English & Maths qualifications or GCSE English & Maths if not already awarded a grade C/4 or higher in these subjects.
If you have a grade D/3 at GCSE you will study English &/or Maths GCSE. Students with a grade lower than D/3 will work towards GCSE through the study of English & Maths Functional Skills.
Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.
- How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you
For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk
Course code: A30814-A1A
