Car Repair and Maintenance (Intermediate)

L2 Level 2
Full Time
1 September 2025 — 19 June 2026
East Cardiff Campus
This course is available at other locations or at different start dates/levels.

About this course

Our full-time Level 2 Car Repair course is perfect for  individuals keen to kick start their career in the automotive industry, covering the main aspects of Vehicle Repair and Servicing at an intermediate level. Students will work on real vehicles, using equipment similar to that used in garage repair workshops. Throughout the duration of the course, pupils will develop their skills and knowledge of the sector in dedicated workshops and classrooms, working alongside industry qualified staff and taking part in various work placements.

This course is run over two and a half full days, allowing students time for employment in the remainder of the week. The main qualification is the same as that used in the Light Vehicle Foundation Apprenticeship, and can be used to fulfil part of the Apprenticeship Framework. The course is split 50-50 workshop and classroom based, and prepares the student for employment by giving a good grounding in the operation of a workshop.

What you will study

The course covers areas such as:

  • Health and Safety
  • Tools and Equipment used in Vehicle Repair
  • Techniques for Service and Inspection of Cars
  • Repair and Replacement of Engine Components
  • Repair and Replacement of Fuel Systems
  • Electrical Repairs and Maintenance for Cars
  • Brakes, Steering, Suspension Repair

The course follows the Automotive Learning Area Programme (LAP) and as such includes Essential Skills Units and the possibility of a weeks' work experience with a local workshop.

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs Grade A* - D including Maths or equivalent. Successful candidates will require PPE for this course, including steel toe cap boots and overalls.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

1 September 2025

End date

19 June 2026

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

18 hours per week

Location

East Cardiff Campus
Maps & directions

Course code

MVEH2F07
L2

Qualification

Car Repair and Maintenance (Intermediate)
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What our students say

"Studying at CAVC has been really enjoyable. The College have the best facilities in Cardiff and has helped me achieve my goals."

Automotive
Omer Waheed
Level 3 Vehicle Body Repair

Career prospects & further study

18,000

Wales has about 8% of the UK’s automotive manufacturing and has a skilled workforce of 18,000 people and a £3 billion turnover annually.

Locations

East Cardiff Campus
East Cardiff Campus

Trowbridge Road,
Cardiff,
CF3 1QL