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BTEC National Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motor Sport)
Course Level
Level 3 - Further Education equivalent to AS/A2 Level, BTEC National Diploma or NVQ3
Reference Number
QET3HV01/CAFAP
Introduction
- The BTEC National Diploma is a full-time programme and is suitable for people who wish to become engineers and technicians within the automotive and Motorsport industry. This provides an sound base for progressing into higher education. You may go into a career in one of many engineering disciplines as a technician and there is a clear route through into incorporated and chartered status. Engineers regularly move into senior positions within national and international organisations
What will be covered in the course?
- The diploma requires the completion of 18 units overall. Typical units include: Vehicle systems Vehicle fault diagnosis and rectification Motorsport Workshop practices Motorsport vehicle preparation Mathematics for technicians Business systems for technicians Vehicle electrical and electronic systems Petrol fuel injection systems Vehicle engine management systems
Course dates and times
Offered at various times, please contact us for further information.
Entry Requirements
At least 4 GCSEs at A*-C including maths and science OR a BTEC 1st Cert or Diploma in a related subject (Merit) OR An intermediate GNVQ in a related subject (Merit)
What qualification(s) can be gained?
BTEC National Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motor Sport)
How is the course assessed?
All units are individually graded and an overall grade for the qualification is awarded. Assessment is by internal assessment comprising of home based assignments, time controlled assessments, practical activity and computer based assessment. This list is not exhaustive and other methods may be used.
Additional costs
- None.
Attendance and additional study hours
- Full time over 2 years
Further information
An Interview is required to join this course. Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.
Next steps
After completing this qualification you could gain employment in: Automotive engineering, Motorsport teams or Automotive engineering design. If you decide to go to university you could study a degree in Motorsport or take a BTEC Higher National Diploma or Certificate in subjects such as Automotive Engineering.
How to enrol
Please contact our trained staff on 0121 678 7000 who will be able to advise you on whether you are entitled to any concessions or reductions on the cost of this course and the most appropriate way for you to enrol.
Contact Information
Blossomfield Campus
Blossomfield Student Services
Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB
Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 678 7005
Fax: 0121 678 7200
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk
Disclaimer
The information published is subject to change without notice, please contact the Student Advice Centre for verification of any details.
