Level 2 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Course Content
Learners will gain a good grounding in the skills and knowledge required to work within the HGV maintenance and repair industry and covers both the theory and practical aspects and includes:
- Advanced health and safety
- Removal and replacement of heavy vehicle units and components.
- Routine vehicle maintenance and safety inspections
You will study the theory and operating principles of all major vehicle systems at Level 2, which will include: diesel engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension, vehicle electrical and electronic systems and fault diagnosis.
Jobs and Careers
The programme provides the opportunity to work within the HGV Maintenance & Repair sector of the Motor Vehicle industry.
This qualification also forms the knowledge component (technical certificate) of the IMI SSC Maintenance & Repair Apprenticeship framework (for the Heavy Vehicle).
| Course code: | FT297 |
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| Section: | Technolgy, Public Services & Sport |
| Progression routes: | Could allow you to progress onto Level 3 within HGV Maintenance and Repair. |
| Duration: | One year full time |
| Entry requirements: | 4 GCSEs at Grade D or above or an equivalent qualification along with enthusiasm for the trade. |
| Interview required: | Yes. |
| Fee: | If you are aged 19+ a fee may be payable. Please check with Learner Services. |
| Additional costs / materials required: | PPE. |
| Tutor contact: | Derek Parton on 01562 512000. dparton@kidderminster.ac.uk |
| Qualifications gained: | Level 2 Diploma in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. |
| Awarding body: | IMI. |
| Examinations / assessment: | The assessment is a combination of practical tasks and an on-line test. |
