Study Type
Full Time
Study Level
Level 2
Start Date:
Automotive - City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate - 7290-17
Duration
Full time - September 2026 to July 2027

Course Sheets

Entry requirements

View The Isle of Wight College's standard entry requirements for full-time college courses (depending on the level of the course to be studied).

In order to be considered for a level 2 qualification GCSE Maths & English at grade 3 is essential.

Who the course is for
Candidates who are looking to start their journey into the world of vehicle maintenance.
What you will learn

The Certificate is broken down into the following core modules 

  • Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment 
  • Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices in the Automotive Environment 
  • Routine Light Vehicle Maintenance 
  • Light Vehicle Inspection
  • Wider Skills and Knowledge (E.g. Employability, Equal Opportunities etc) 
  • Maths and English - Learners with Grade 3 English or Maths will have timetabled classes to attend (Learners with Grade 4 or above will still be working on these skills within vocational classes 
  • Knowledge of carrying out Non- High Voltage Operations on, Near or With an Electric Vehicle 
How you will learn
  • Theory classroom-based lessons 
  • Practical lessons based in the Motor Vehicle workshop 
  • eLearning/self-study and tutorial 
Work placement
All learners will complete work-based skills in college.
Progression
Ideally to the following Level 2 Diploma (Full Level 2) the following year or an Apprenticeship (keep your eyes peeled for opportunities)
Fees

There may be a cost for purchasing equipment or uniform for this course. Find out about financial support available.

Qualifications you will get

A City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (7290-17) 

Maths and English qualifications if applicable. 

Additional information
  • PPE & Uniform is required for this course, and learners will not be allowed into the workshop/classrooms without the following
  • College Polo shirt and work trousers – not jogging style trousers or jeans.
  • Safety footwear, (steel toe-cap boots), 
    • Automotive use The Wight T-Shirt Company in Newport for all its uniform and this can be bought directly from them. Simply go to Wight T Shirt and say that you are a Motor Vehicle student and what level you are on as the colours change per level.

      You will also need a copy of 'Level 2 Principals of Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair' by Graham Stoakes (Heinemann, 2011).

      Don't forget, if you are eligible for a college bursary, this will cover the cost of these.

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