NOCN Level 1 Certificate in Vocational Studies (Mechanics)

We can accommodate single students or block bookings from schools, APs, CICs, and Trusts. The maximum number of pupils per group is 6.

Learning aims:

Tools, Equipment and Materials for Vehicle Maintenance

• Be able to work safely.
  • Select and use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when using tools and equipment for vehicle maintenance.
  • Use safe methods of working when using tools and equipment.
• Be able to use and maintain hand tools for vehicle maintenance.
  • Select appropriate hand tools for vehicle maintenance tasks.
  • Use hand tools correctly.
  • Identify common defects in basic tools.
  • Maintain hand tools in a safe condition.
• Be able to use workshop equipment for vehicle maintenance.
  • Select appropriate workshop equipment for vehicle maintenance.
  • Use workshop equipment correctly.
  • Carry out basic care and maintenance of common workshop equipment.
• Be able to use materials when carrying out vehicle maintenance.
  • Identify common materials in the construction of vehicles.
  • Identify common materials and consumables used for vehicle maintenance.
  • Use appropriate materials and consumables for vehicle maintenance.

Identification of Basic External and Internal Car Parts

• Know the location of major engine and chassis components.
  • Locate and name the following engine components:
    (a) alternator
    (b) starter motor
    (c) carburettor.
  • Locate and name the following chassis components:
    (a) gearbox
    (b) front and rear brake assemblies
    (c) suspension components.
• Know the major internal engine components.
  • Identify the following major internal engine components:
    (a) crankshaft
    (b) piston
    (c) valves
    (d) connecting rod
    (e) oil pump
    (f) camshaft
    (g) flywheel.
• Know the major cooling system components.
  • Locate and name the following cooling system components:
    (a) radiator
    (b) water pump
    (c) thermostat
    (d) hoses.

Routine Vehicle Maintenance Processes and Procedures on Vehicles with Four Wheels or more

• Be able to work safely when carrying out routine vehicle maintenance:
  • Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when carrying out routine vehicle maintenance.
  • Use appropriate and safe working practices when carrying out routine vehicle maintenance.

• Know vehicle components and systems that require routine maintenance:
  • Identify the main components and systems found on a modern vehicle that require routine maintenance.

• Know routine maintenance requirements for vehicle systems and components:
  • Locate the correct and appropriate sources of information, tools and equipment required to carry out basic routine vehicle maintenance e.g. interim service.

• Be able to carry out routine vehicle maintenance e.g. interim service.
  • Locate and use the correct technical data when carrying out basic routine maintenance of vehicles e.g. interim service.
  • Demonstrate the correct procedures when inspecting systems and components during basic routine vehicle maintenance.
  • Demonstrate the correct procedures when replacing and replenishing fluids and service items during basic routine vehicle maintenance.
  • Demonstrate the correct procedures when adjusting and lubricating vehicle components and systems.