LEVEL 4 FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIP IN AUTOMOTIVE SKILLS (TUE/THU)

Course description

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This course is aimed at S4 & S5 pupils and above and is an ideal starting point for anyone thinking about a career in the motor vehicle industry as an automotive engineer or mechanic. It runs over two years and offers a mix of theory and practice leading to an introductory qualification

The course covers general workplace skills such as team building, problem solving, health and safety and workspace management as well as skills and knowledge needed in the motor vehicle industry. Subjects include:

You’ll get the opportunity to develop a career in the automotive industry by gaining skills within a practical motor vehicle workshop environment. It will introduce you to the engineering aspects of motor vehicles and give you experience in repairs and maintenance. If you complete the course successfully you can progress on to a full-time motor vehicle programme in automotive engineering.

Learning outcome

Education: full-time automotive engineering programme; opportunity to progress to higher-level courses such as Intro to Automotive Environment, or to an Apprenticeship.