VEHICLE FITTING If you love the idea of working with cars, then look no further than this Apprenticeship!
Fitters ensure that batteries, exhausts and wheels are in top working order. If there is a problem, they will replace or repair the problem if necessary. Fast fit technicians work on making sure tyres are fuel efficient and road safe.
INTERMEDIATE APPRENTICESHIP Entry Requirements: There are no specific academic entry requirements for the Intermediate Apprenticeship, though applicants will need basic Literacy and Numeracy skills. Entry may be from work experience, GCSEs, A-Levels, vocational qualifications, Foundation Learning, Functional Skills or a 14-19 Diploma.
PATHWAY 1: FAST FIT Job Roles: Fast fit Technician, Motor Vehicle Fitter Mandatory Units • Knowledge of health, safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment • Knowledge of materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment • Knowledge of support for job roles in the automotive work environment • Skills in materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment • Competency in health, safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment • Competency in supporting job roles in the automotive work environment
PATHWAY 2: SPECIALIST TYRE FITTING Job Role: Tyre Technician Mandatory Units • Knowledge of health, safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment • Knowledge of support for job roles in the automotive work environment • Competency in health, safety and good housekeeping in the automotive environment • Competency in supporting job roles in the automotive work environment Optional Units As well as the above mandatory units, there are optional units to complete depending on which pathway you choose to follow. Examples include ‘Competency in inspection, repair and replacement of motorcycle tyres’ and ‘Knowledge in assessing and securing the roadside situation’.
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