Motor Vehicle
Automotive Vehicle Maintenance VRQ Level 3
Key Facts
Qualification Aim
Automotive Vehicle Maintenance VRQ Level 3
Entry Requirements
VRQ Level 2 in Motor Vehicle (or equivalent)
Start Date
September 2010
Course Overview
This course allows you to acquire advanced motor vehicle competencies in a college-based environment, which simulates working practice.
Course Structure
The units are:
- Housekeeping
- Health and Safety
- Working with Others
- Inspect Vehicles
- Diagnose and Rectify Vehicle Engine System and Component Faults
- Diagnose and Rectify Auxiliary Equipment Electrical Faults
- Diagnose and Rectify Vehicle Chassis Systems and Component Faults.
Qualification Aims
- City & Guilds VRQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance
- Functional Skills in Maths and English
This course can lead to work in the local motor vehicle repair industry especially if used to progress to the MV repair & Maintenance NVQ Programme.
Assessments/Examinations
Continual assessments are carried out in both the theory and practical aspects of thecourse. Examinations are on-line with City & Guilds
Cost / Equipment
Tuition Fees - £581 (including registration & certification)
Tuition is FREE for those aged 16-18yrs
Free tuition is available to those over 19 in receipt of means tested benefits or to their unwaged dependants
Equipment costs:
Training Programme on-line access fee (Approx £16)
You will need to provide:
Steel toecap boots – Approx £30
(Overalls will be provided by Thanet College)
If you are not on benefits but find it difficult to pay any course related costs because of financial hardship, we may also be able to help. For details contact our Welfare Unit on 01843 605048.
Entry Requirements
Successful completion of Automotive Vehicle Maintenance VRQ Level 2 course
College interview & aptitude assessment / functional skills screening.
(You may also require a satisfactory school report or reference)
Start Date
How to Apply
If you have any problems completing the form or have any questions regarding the application process, please contact our Student Admissions team on 01843 605049, or email student_admissions@thanet.ac.uk.