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Motor Vehicle Level 3
This course includes all aspects of motor vehicle engineering, such as; electronics, hybrid and electrical vehicles, chassis, engine and relevant ancillary systems.
You will explore the world of diagnostics, oscilloscopes, wave patterns and air conditioning in the electrical unit. You will also look at caster, camber, KPI, ABS and use the latest 4 wheel alignment equipment in the chassis unit. In the engine unit you will become familiar with Lambda, knock and camshaft sensors whilst understanding the reasons for lead lag and BTDC when valve timing is discussed. The transmission unit will explain the workings of auto boxes, CVT transmission drives, differentials and final drives plus, synchro hubs, clutches and DSG transmissions.
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Qualification City & Guilds VRQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle
Duration One year
Course Content Topics you will cover include: • Light vehicle Transmission Systems & Faults • Light vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Systems & Faults • Light Vehicle Engine Systems & Faults • Light Vehicle Chassis Systems & Faults
All full-time students are required to study maths and English at the appropriate level. Please see page 8 for more details.
Entry Requirements • Students need to have accomplished accreditation at Levels 1 and 2 City and Guilds • Motor Vehicle Engineering • Four GCSE passes at grade 4 (grade C or above (including maths and English) or a Merit grade or above in a BTEC Level 2 qualification and equivalent maths and English
Progression Progression routes shown are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria.
Study options may include: • University-level study in Motorsport or C.A.D (Computer Aided Design) • Advanced Apprenticeship
Employment options may include: • Technician in a main dealer Workshop • Technician in the armed forces such as the Royal Navy or the Air Force • Self Employed technician or auto electrical technician
You may also like.... • Motor Vehicle Level 2 • Agriculture Level 3
Course Costs Please note that any costs shown here are subject to change and that there may be additional material costs for your course. There are various bursaries available to support eligible students with course-related costs and you can find out more about these on page 14.
Aged 16 –18 years There are no tuition or examination fees
Aged 19 or over (at the start of the course) Different fees apply depending on your individual circumstances and prior qualifications. Please telephone 01691 688029 to speak to somebody who will be able to help.
Material Fees There is a £210 material fee cost for this course.
HOW TO APPLY
You can obtain further copies of this prospectus by telephoning 01691 688 080, or by emailing info@nsc.ac.uk.
Once you have decided to join the College community, you need to complete an application form and return it to us either in person or by post, or fill out our online application form at www.nsc.ac.uk, if possible, by the end of February 2020.
Interviews
From October 2019 onwards we will be offering a series of interviews and guided tours at our open events. You will have a formal interview with a subject specialist who will discuss your career aims and ensure you are on the right course for you. Acceptance onto your chosen course may depend on your examination results.
Enrolling
In the week before the beginning of the autumn term, you will be invited to college to complete enrolment formalities. You will find that you are really getting to know us by then. After the long summer break it is also an opportunity to meet up with old friends, make new ones and catch up on all the news.
As a North Shropshire College Student
You will find that the first week is spent making sure that you have all the necessary information to make your time with us a happy, safe, and productive period of your life. We aim to give you the support to develop your full potential, but your time with us will not just be about computers, books, classrooms and exams. Should you wish, you will be able to be involved in a whole range of sporting, social and cultural activities.
Accuracy
This prospectus is published for the guidance of students who wish to enter North Shropshire College in autumn 2020. The information in this publication is correct at the time of going to press, but all matters contained in the prospectus are subject to change from time to time, both before and after the students’ enrolment.
The College reserves the right, in every case, at its discretion and for any reason, to alter the offer of courses or parts of courses.
HOW TO GET TO NSC
Oswestry Campus - SY11 4QB
The Oswestry Campus is conveniently located near main transport routes, making it an ideal location for rural North Shropshire. It offers some of the best educational facilities in the county – an exciting, modern campus on a shared site with the superb, purposebuilt Oswestry Leisure Centre.
Walford Campus - SY4 2HL
The Walford Campus is situated amidst a beautiful 220-hectare estate near Baschurch, just a few miles west of Shrewsbury with a network of transport routes from Telford, Shrewsbury, North Shropshire and the Welsh borders. The extensive grounds also include mature woodlands, new tree plantations, fishing pools and a rough game shoot.
CONTACT INFORMATION
OSWESTRY CAMPUS Oswestry Campus, Shrewsbury Road, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 4QB Reception: 0800 440 2281 Email: info@nsc.ac.uk Web: www.nsc.ac.uk
WALFORD CAMPUS Walford Campus, Baschurch, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 2HL Reception: 0800 440 2281 Email: info@nsc.ac.uk Web: www.nsc.ac.uk Wed 23rd October, Open Evening, 5.00pm-7.00pm
Wed 12th February, Open Evening, 5.00pm-7.00pm
Wed 17th June, Open Evening, 5.00pm-7.00pm
Walford Campus
Sat 19th October, Open Day, 10.00am-12.00 noon
Sat 8th February, Open Day, 10.00am-12.00 noon
Sat 20th June, Open Day, 10.00am-12.00 noon
