Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles
Designed for ambitious individuals aged 19 and over, this Level 3 Diploma focuses on efficient diagnosis of key components to industry standards. Students will discover the functions of complex systems within today’s vehicles and how these systems integrate with each other to operate to the manufacturer’s specification.
Course overview
This advanced qualification equips learners with the expertise to maintain and repair light vehicles, including those with complex electronic systems. It covers advanced diagnostics, engine management and vehicle performance optimisation. Learners will gain practical experience in servicing and repairing high-tech components, making them highly skilled professionals in the automotive industry.
To qualify for this course, you will need GCSE maths and English at grade 4 and above (Grade C) and a relevant Level 2 qualification, such as the Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Students must be age 19 and over.
Fees for this course only apply to adults who do not qualify for government funding. Every applicant will be assessed before enrolment on their funding availability. You can learn more about adult course funding by clicking here.
What you'll learn
- Understand the importance of PPE and good health and safety practices in an automotive environment
- Develop your effective communication skills when working with colleagues and customers
- Practise use of hand tools and learn how to maintain them in the workshop
- Gain a better insight into the roles and responsibilities available in the automotive industry
- Prepare light vehicles by following safe work procedures
- Develop your ability to diagnose and repair engine faults
- Repair and replace damaged components to meet legal requirements
- Understand how to work safely when carrying out light vehicle chassis diagnostics and repairs
- Learn how to diagnose and repair mechanical engines, ignition and fuel systems, valve mechanisms and many other vehicle components
- Put theory into practise as you identify the engineering principles related to light vehicle engine systems
- Broaden your knowledge on how to diagnose and repair gearboxes, hubs and bearings, driveline shafts, clutches, differentials and final drive units.
- Understand how to dispose of waste materials and their environmental impact
- Learn how to diagnose and rectify electrical system faults and gain a better insight into the principles of electronic communication systems in light vehicles
What you'll need
In advance of the course starting students will need to purchase their personal protective equipment (PPE). This will consist of Steel or composite toe safety shoes and overalls. Guidance on this will be provided during enrolment.
You will also be expected to have your own pencil case, with the relevant equipment for this course, this includes: pens, pencils, ruler, protractor, compass, eraser, lined paper and a ring binder.
You will be allocated a certain amount of free printing, after which a small fee will be incurred. You can purchase more printing credits on our online store, which can be found here.
Career Pathways
Upon successful completion of this course, students can apply to an apprenticeship at a local garage or they can enter employment as a motor vehicle service technician or an autocare technician.