Motor - Motor Mechanic - Apprenticeship
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
4 years
Entry Requirements
What are the entry requirements?
The minimum age at which the employment of an apprentice may commence is 16 years of age.
The minimum educational requirements are:
Grade D in five subjects in the Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent,
or
The successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course,
or
Three years’ work experience gained over sixteen years of age in a relevant designated industrial activity as SOLAS shall deem acceptable.
You must obtain a job as an apprentice in your chosen occupation. Your employer must be approved to train apprentices and must register you as an apprentice within 2 weeks of recruitment.
In this apprenticeship, applicants are required to pass a colour vision test approved by SOLAS.
Further information
A craft apprenticeship for those who wish to work in the motor industry.
Overview
A Motor Mechanic is a skilled technician who services, diagnoses and repairs light passenger cars, sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and light commercial vehicles.
As a Motor Mechanic you will need to be physically active and to be able to work with your hands. An awareness of health and safety and good housekeeping is essential as well as attention to detail.
The Motor Mechanic must have the ability to:
•Plan and organise
•Communicate effectively
•Solve problems
•Work independently and as part of a team
•Show a positive attitude
•Recognise the need for good customer relations
•Demonstrate good work practices including time keeping, tidiness, responsibility, quality awareness and safety awareness
What does a Motor Mechanic do?
Carrying out the routine service procedures as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer
Examining and preparing the vehicle for the National Car Test (NCT) or the Commercial Vehicle Road worthiness Test (CVRT)
Diagnosing and resolving problems with the operation of the mechanical and electrical systems of vehicles
Carrying out all work in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures.
What's the certification?
Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft - Motor Mechanics.
How does the training work?
Phase 1: With Employer
Induction Training
Introduction to Health & Safety
Introduction to Tools & Equipment
Introduction to Basic Skills
Phase 2: Delivered at Kerry College – Monavalley Campus (20 weeks)
You’ll study:
Induction
Body Electrics
Engine Mechanical
Ignition & Transducers
Petrol Fuel Injection
Transmission
Suspension & Steering
Brakes
Compression Ignition
Workshop Technology
Related Theory
Phase 3: With Employer
Work Based Training and Assessments
Phase 4: Delivered in Educational Colleges (10 weeks)
You’ll study:
Engine Mechanical
Body Electrics
Braking Systems
Transmission
Petrol Fuel Injection
Steering & Suspension
Compression Ignition
Service-Quality & Management
Related Theory
Phase 5: With Employer
Work Based Training and Assessments
Phase 6: Delivered in Educational Colleges (10 weeks)
You’ll study:
Petrol Engine Management System
Steering and Suspension
Brakes
Transmission
Body Electronics
Compression Ignition
Phase 7: With Employer
Work Based Training and Assessments
Apprenticeships
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Contact our Apprenticeship Services Team at Kerry College (Monavalley Campus) on 066 714 9600.