C&G Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (Motorsport)

About the course

The College offers an opportunity to study Light Vehicle maintenance and Repair (Motorsport) Principles aimed primarily at those interested in developing their skillset and moving into the Motorsport maintenance and repair industry. A variety of techniques and procedures will be delivered to obtain the knowledge and skills required for routine maintenance and repairs of motorsport vehicles.

You will be utilising a range of fully functional up-to-date Motorsport workshops (refurbished in Summer 2023) with hydraulic ramps and all necessary tools provided.

The final certificate will be:

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma In Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and a Myerscough College Certificate in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

Awards in MIG and ARC welding

Year 2
Year 1

Year 2

Knowledge of Carrying Out Non-High Voltage Operations On, Near or With an Electric Vehicle

Knowledge of Support For Job Roles in the Automotive Work Environment

Skills in Supporting Job Roles in the Automotive Work Environment

Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Faults

Skills in Diagnosing and Rectifying Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Faults

Knowledge of Overhauling Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Mechanical Units

Skills in Overhauling Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Mechanical Units

Year 1

Skills in Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices in the Automotive Environment

Skills in Diagnosing and Rectifying Light Vehicle Chassis System Faults

Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults

Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Faults

Knowledge of Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment

Skills in Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment

Knowledge of Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices Used in the Automotive Environment

Entry requirements & additional information

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or higher to include English, Maths and Science.

Learning and assessment

The Course will be assessed by:

Online exams (Set by C&G)

Course and Practical Assessments

Portfolio Building

Progression

This course is the industry-recognised qualification for entry into employment; providing you with the skills necessary to diagnose and repair light vehicle faults. It is ideal for applicants that would prefer to go directly into work/industry after completion. However, if you pass the course, you will still gain 48 UCAS Tariff Points, so Degree study at Foundation Degree/HND level (Level 5) with the option to top-up to an Honours Degree (Level 6), can still be a pathway.

Careers

Industry in the Motorsport maintenance & repair sector. (Race and Rally Teams)

Special requirements

Minimum Age: 16 years old

Costs that are mandatory for the course:

Pens, pencils, note book etc. Maximum £20

Equipment and / or Clothing: Clean Myerscough Motorsport fire retardant overalls and suitable protective footwear (available to purchase from Myerscough College at the beginning of the course) £85

Costs that are optional for the course:

Trips and visits approx. £50

Although not essential for the course, students may wish to buy recommended books. £20 - £50

Race top for competitive events also available to purchase from the College. £30

Work experience

In House - work experience led by highly trained technicians

Motorsport

The British motorsports industry is recognised as the best in the world with Britons at the heart of a vast range of worldwide motorsport activities. It is a huge industry employing people in businesses from retail performance specialists to preparation companies, with many Formula One and World Rally Teams based in the UK.

Myerscough College has seven motorsport workshops and a number of different competition cars for the continuing development and expansion of motorsport teaching. We believe that hands-on experience is an important aspect of learning and therefore encourages students to take part in a wide range of motorsport events throughout the UK. The department also now features a brand new motorcycle workshop for the learners on our new motorcycle programme.

Fantastic Facilities

Our newly refurbished Motorsports building features purpose built workshops with everything you'd expect to find in a working motorsport garage. Our course provides the opportunity to develop your motor vehicle skills within a dedicated motorsport environment.

Myerscough College - Team Myerscough Motorsport

A Winning Team

Motorsports students automatically become part of Team Myerscough Motorsport which competes across the country in a variety of motorsport events. Our students also act as race support for drivers in Formula Ford and WRC Rally events.

Myerscough College Students work on WRC Rally Car

Fantastic Opportunities

Students on the Motorsports programme at Myerscough College are offered the opportunity to volunteer and work at some prestigious events all over the world. During the recent FIA WRC Academy Championships, a team of 8 degree students supported M-Sport's technical and service teams maintaining the fleet of 10 Ford Fiesta RS Rally Cars.

They attended WRC events as varied as the Vodafone Rally of Portugal and the rallies in Finland, Germany, France and Spain. This unique programme continued in 2016, with students supporting the Drive DMACK Fiesta Trophy at five WRC events across Europe.

Leena Garde: Honorary Fellow

"At Myerscough, the combination of academic study with practical experience is a great way of doing it. It’s a package that can go hand in hand and give potential students an extra advantage. It’s no longer a hobby – it’s a genuine career."

Myerscough College Fellow - Malcolm Wilson

Malcolm Wilson: Honorary Fellow

M-Sport Managing Director, Malcolm Wilson OBE was awarded an Honorary Fellowship at Myerscough College for his work in the industry. M-Sport works closely with the Myerscough College Motorsport Team on a number of initiatives.