Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair principles Level 3

With a focus on heavy vehicle mechanics, you’ll explore everything from engine systems and hydraulics to health and safety in a workshop environment.

Our course focuses on the future, including carbon awareness and electric and hybrid vehicle maintenance, operation and replacement offering hi-tech equipment to train and prepare for employment, with roles that are in demand across the UK and beyond.

You’ll benefit from expert tuition, real-world experience, and access to specialist facilities, setting you on the road to an exciting career.

Industry-recognised qualifications

Gain a respected qualification that’s valued by employers in the automotive and logistics industries.

Specialist training environment

Train in our Elite Centre, our sustainable energy engineering hub where you will work on hybrid and electric vehicles

Career-focused learning

Learn from experienced tutors with real-world expertise in HGV repair

Health, safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment – Develop essential workshop practices, including safe working procedures, hazard awareness, and keeping a clean, organised workspace

Supporting job roles in the automotive work environment – Understand the different roles within a garage or workshop, and how teamwork and communication support successful service delivery

Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment – Get hands-on with the tools and equipment used to fabricate and repair vehicle components with precision and care

Identifying and agree motor vehicle customer service needs – Learn how to interact professionally with customers, listen to their concerns, and provide clear, helpful advice on vehicle issues and repairs

Routine heavy vehicle maintenance – Carry out everyday maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements and safety checks to keep vehicles running smoothly

Removing and replacing heavy vehicle engine units and components – Strip down and refit engine parts with confidence, gaining valuable mechanical skills

Removing and replacing heavy vehicle electrical units and components – Work with electrical systems and wiring, learning how to identify and replace faulty components

Removing and replacing heavy vehicle chassis units and components – Tackle repairs and replacements on the chassis, including suspension systems and structural elements

Inspecting heavy vehicles using prescribed methods – Conduct thorough vehicle inspections using industry-approved techniques and equipment to assess roadworthiness

Overhauling heavy vehicle engine mechanical units – Disassemble and rebuild engine components to manufacturer standards, developing detailed mechanical knowledge

Removing and replacing heavy vehicle driveline units and components – Learn to handle driveline systems such as gearboxes, clutches and differentials with precision

Overhauling heavy vehicle transmission units – Gain advanced skills in servicing, diagnosing and rebuilding transmission systems

Overhauling heavy vehicle steering and suspension units – Understand the inner workings of steering systems and suspension setups, and how to repair or upgrade them

Removing and fitting heavy vehicle MET components and body panels – Work on mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components, learning to remove and refit panels safely and professionally

Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults – Use diagnostic tools and technical know-how to find faults in mechanical and electrical systems

Overhauling mechanical, transmission, steering and suspension units – Build a deep understanding of critical vehicle systems, learning how to strip, assess, repair and rebuild components to industry standards

4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths

This course opens up a range of exciting opportunities, including:

HGV technician or fitter roles with commercial transport companies

Apprenticeships in heavy vehicle maintenance and advanced diagnostics

Progression to a range of HNC Engineering courses available at the University Centre Grimsby or can apply to the Motorsports College

Opportunities in fleet management, diagnostics, or even teaching and training

Successful learners have gone onto working in industry, including; Motor racing, Wind turbines, Plant/Agricultural equipment and forklift engineering.