Workshop Skills - Motor Vehicle Maintenance
| Group | Attendance Pattern | Duration | Location | SCQF Level | Year Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed |
Wednesday 2-4pm and Friday 9-11am |
One Year |
UHI Perth |
4 |
S4/S5/S6 |
About this course
About this course
This is a mainly hands-on, practical course delivered in the comprehensive automotive workshops at the UHI Perth’s Brahan Building.
This course is specifically aimed at those who are looking to learn new introductory skills in vehicle maintenance and repair.
Workshop Skills - Motor Vehicle Maintenance is an entry level qualification which develops practical skills, knowledge and understanding, alongside the employability skills needed in the motor sector.
Students will gain a variety of transferable skills which will be useful for further study in more specific engineering disciplines, or for progression to a full-time motor vehicle programme.
Course content
Course content
The units cover an element of;
- Health & Safety
- Tools and equipment
- Vehicle Chassis Design
- Steering, suspension, brakes overview
- Inspection / safety checks
- Wheels & Tyres
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Working at National 4 level in Maths or Applications of Maths, English and a Technology/Practical subject. Also a brief aptitude test and face-to-face interview would be required on campus.
Course progression
Course progression
Once you have completed this course you may be able to progress onto another Schools College Partnership Course or a full-time course at UHI Perth. The entry requirements for these are specified within each course. You can see all our full time Motor Vehicle courses here.
Student Feedback
What Ciaran Hayburn says:
I chose this course because I have an interest in cars. I enjoy that it is a practical and hands on course and that they treat us like adults. It’s different to school as it’s much more free and like work.
What Leo Sommerville says:
I enjoy working in automotive and mechanics. You are treated more like an adult and school and it’s a great next step into a career.
Application Timeline and Information
Application Timeline and Information
Applications will open on this webpage on Monday 17 February 2025 and close on Friday 14 March 2025.
Please note we receive more applications than we have places for. We are aiming to let all applicants know whether they have a place by Friday 2 May 2025. Once you have applied, you can review the status of your application via the Applicant Portal.
Courses will start week commencing Monday 2 June in their timetabled slots.