Automotive Courses
Are you passionate about cars? Are you looking to enter employment in the Automotive industry, but lack the required skills? Skills Update will help you start your journey towards becoming an automotive technician or mechanic.
Limitless learning and opportunities
The ever-changing world of automobiles is always needing more qualified automotive engineers, technicians, and mechanics. Our automotive engineering courses teach you how to repair service light motor vehicles e.g., cars. You will learn how to use essential workshop tools and equipment safely and effectively. Gain practical experience in our onsite workshops and get a taste of working in a real automotive workshop through work experience. You have the option of studying full-time or part-time, allowing you to study around work and home commitments. Learn how to service engines, inspect, and diagnose steering and suspension systems, inspect and service brake and driveline systems, and perform minor repairs on electrical and electronic systems. You can use these programmes as a steppingstone to further study the auto electrician trade and attaining higher qualifications in the field. Enrol now to explore your passion and become part of the exciting world of Automobiles.
Why study this programme?
Hands-on Learning
Students will learn in a practical context in our onsite workshops and industry placements.
Light Vehicle Focus
Our programmes focus on light vehicles, mainly cars.
Delivered Around You
Our part-time programmes are delivered in evenings and weekends so that you can acquire new skills without leaving your day job.
Covers Everything
Our level 3 programme is designed to cover both mechanical and electrical aspects of light vehicles.
Employment Focused
Our programmes are focused on getting you into employment in the automotive industry.
The Enthusiasts
These are ideal courses for those who are enthusiastic about motor vehicles and their mechanical aspects and are considering a career in this field.
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