Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Standard
Cornwall College Camborne - as required
Cornwall College Camborne - as required
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Work-based
Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Standard
As a qualified HGV specialist mechanic you could work in an amazingly diverse industry, whether servicing, repairing, working managing a fleet or as a mobile specialist, once qualified there are lots of career opportunities. Modern technology means you won’t just be working with sockets, wrenches and pliers to repair engines, with modern heavy goods vehicles now requiring computer diagnostics for fault finding and repairs you will become familiar with the latest technology, repair techniques and testing.
We offer a range of professional qualifications and training that will allow you to become a qualified mechanic, whatever level you start at.
This advanced apprenticeship will provide you with the chance to become a fully qualified heavy vehicle mechanic. The course will offer you the chance to gain higher practical skills training in our state-of-the-art workshops and working garages.
What you will learn
By the end of this course you will be able to learn how to understand and diagnose faults on a range of systems, gain the knowledge and experience to be able to supervise others and some understanding of how to run your own business if that’s your goal or work to become a diagnostic technician.
Areas you will cover include:
Engine faults
Transmission issues
Steering and suspension
Chassis rectification
Electrical and electronic diagnostic testing
You will also work towards developing your skills in removing and fitting light vehicle mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components and non-permanent body panels.
Entry requirements
To have completed GCSEs at grade 4 or above and found a work placement for your apprenticeship.
Progression
Into the workplace or meet your ambition of setting up your own business. You may also wish to do further specialist training in light vehicle, bodywork and painting or inspection and testing to broaden your expertise and develop your career.
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
Areas you will cover include:
Engine faults
Transmission issues
Steering and suspension
Chassis rectification
Electrical and electronic diagnostic testing
You will also work towards developing your skills in removing and fitting light vehicle mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components and non-permanent body panels.
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
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- Location - Cornwall College Camborne
- Start Date - As required
- Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees: £0.00*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
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- Location - Cornwall College Camborne
- Start Date - As required
- Day/Time - Wednesday, 09:00 - 16:30
- Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees: £0.00*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
MORE INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Information for School Leavers
Information for ages 19+ - Apply Now
Course Code 10816-CAM-00, 10816-CAM-00
Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.
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