City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles (Motorsports) Top Up

About the course

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

You will be using a fully functional up to date Motorsports workshop with all necessary tools required provided.

The final certificate will be:

City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma In Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Motorsports).

Diploma

Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Faults

Knowledge of Overhauling Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Mechanical Units

Skills in Overhauling Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Mechanical Units

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

Skills in Diagnosing and Rectifying Light Vehicle Combustion Engine Faults

Skills in Diagnosing and Rectifying Light Vehicle Chassis System Faults

Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults

Knowledge in Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Chassis Faults

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

Skills in Diagnosing and Rectifying Automotive Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults

Year 1

Year 2

Entry requirements & additional information

Entry requirements

Providing evidence of Maths and English Language at grade 4/C or higher and your L2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or evidence of practical ability whilst you have been employed in the industry).

In addition Learning Areas may apply specific agreed aptitude assessments that assist selection.

Applicants for all courses in Motorsports Studies are expected to show a strong commitment to the industry and a strong personal statement.

Learning and assessment

The Course will be assessed by:

Online exams (Set by C&G)

Course Assessments

Portfolio Building

Progression

Industry
Higher Education

Progression onto degree programmes at other universities is dependent upon their own individual entry criteria. This might include specific requirements relating to the type of course being studied, the particular ‘modules’ or ‘units’ studied on a course, the work-experience that you’ve undertaken or even previous GCSE attainment. Entry requirements can also change from year-to-year.

It is essential that, if you have a clear career goal in mind, you check and confirm the entry requirements of your preferred degree programme prior to commencing your Level 3 studies here at Myerscough. Information, Advice and Guidance will be provided by the College to support you in making the right choices, but please ensure that you have taken time to consider your future career goals and the specific entry requirements at other universities. The UCAS website is a good starting point: https://www.ucas.com/

Careers

Industry in the Motorsports maintenance & repair sector.

Special requirements

1 Specialist Clothing and Equipment:

Myerscough Motorsport fire retardant overalls and suitable protective footwear with steel toe cap

2 Extra Costs:

Course material, pens, pencils, note book etc.

Although not essential for the course, students may wish to buy books.

Trips and visits – approximate cost £50 - £100

Work experience

In House - work experience lead 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.

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.