Motor Technology
This one year Level 5 QQI course in Motor Technology provides a foundation in Motor Technology Studies and provides the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Motor Technology area.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a one year, full time course running from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied. For mature students (over 23) these requirements need not apply and applications will be considered based on a proven interest in the motor trade. Places are limited and entry is subject to interview.
Careers / Further progression
Course Progression
Upon successful completion of this course, learners may be eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities.
Examples include:
Automobile Technology Level 6 Limerick IT
Road Transport Technology & Management Level 7 Limerick IT
Agricultural Mechanisation Level 6 Pallaskenry – Limerick IT
Mechatronics Level 7 Sligo IT
Automotive Management and Technology Level 7 DIT Bolton St Dublin
Career Opportunities
Apprentice Motor Mechanic
Apprentice Truck Mechanic
Apprentice Agricultural Mechanic
Aircraft Mechanic
Parts advisor
Reception staff
Sales staff
Warranty administrator
Further information
Course commences September 2024.
Mature students are welcome to apply. Formal academic qualifications not required.
NO FEES for September 2024
Means tested grants are available from SUSI. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.
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The course contains a mix of practical and theory elements with trips throughout the year. There is an opportunity to partake in Erasmus+ placements.
Studying this module content will enable and assist the learner to:
Become familiar with the main components and systems of a motor vehicle.
Use a wide variety of tools correctly and maintain them.
Dismantle and reassemble a wide variety of components on a motor vehicle.
Appreciate the need to maintain a motor vehicle properly
Develop safe working practices when working on a motor vehicle and become aware of modern developments in the motor vehicle.
Become aware of modern developments in the motor vehicle.
Modules include the following:
Motor Vehicle Theory 5N2144
Auto Electricity 5N2137
Motor Vehicle Practice 5N2143
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Engineering Workshop Processes 5N1608
Electronics 5N1606
Safety & Health at Work 5N1794
Mathematics 5N1833 (Optional)
Additional Activities
Restoration Projects
NCT centre Galway
GRETB Training Centre for Apprenticeships, Mervue Galway
Go Karting Galway
Malone’s Farm Machinery Factory, Ballyglass Co Mayo
FTMTA Farm Machinery Show, Punchestown
Assessment Criteria:
Practical Skills Demonstration 60%, Examination 40%
5M2145 - Motor Technology
Award: Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Motor Technology Level 5 Certificate, 5M2145.
Tel: 094 90 75000
Email: Westport@mayocollege.ie
Web: www.mayocollege.ie