Motor Vehicle | Motorsport Engineering Technology IMI Extended Diploma Level 3 | Northbrook MET
Why this course?
This course will prepare you for roles in engineering, design, production, testing and management in the exciting world of motorsport.
You will gain practical skills with a range of vehicle systems as well as theoretical knowledge, including scientific and mathematical principles and electronics. You will learn how to remove and replace vehicle components and gain an understanding of vehicle maths and science.
The course includes attending professional race meetings and in addition to investigating current technologies, you will become familiar with the industry structure.
Our Shoreham Airport Campus offers a truly unique learning experience; Motorsport, Aero and Motor Vehicle students work in hangars, workshops and high-tech classrooms equipped with the very latest tools, machinery and software.
Entry requirements
To join this course you must have successfully completed Level 2 Motorsport with an 80% attendance record and a pass with merit.
English and maths GCSEs are also required.
Course content
- Diagnose/rectify engine and ancillary components
- Diagnose/rectify electrical/electronic faults
- Diagnose/rectify chassis system faults
- Vehicle maths and science
- Motorsport event regulations
- Inspecting a vehicle during competition
Why this course at the MET?
- Both practical and theoretical learning
- Attend professional race meetings
- Courses up to degree level
- Internationally recognised qualifications
Surrounded by a busy, working airport and numerous engineering and parts companies, the Shoreham Campus provides a real-world environment in which to study. The tutors and technicians are all industry-experienced, giving them the insight and knowledge needed to prepare you for employment, further study or an apprenticeship.
The campus has a cafeteria serving hot and cold food, and facilities also include a library, and IT suites for your research projects.
Further study and future careers
Further study
You can progress to the Northbrook MET Foundation Degree in Motorsport Engineering and other university level courses.
Future careers
- Auto / motorsport design engineer
- Research and development engineer
- Racing team technician
- Pit crew
- Production/test engineer
- Technical representative
Careers
Mechanical engineer
Typical Tasks:
- Undertakes research and advises on energy use, materials handling, thermodynamic processes, fluid mechanics, vehicles and environmental controls.
- Determines materials, equipment, piping, capacities, layout of plant or system and specification for manufacture.
- Designs mechanical equipment, such as steam, internal combustion and other non-electrical motors for railway locomotives, road vehicles, aeroplanes and other machinery.
- Ensures that equipment, operation and maintenance comply with design specifications and safety standards.
- Organises and establishes control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of materials and systems.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £24,843
AVERAGE £38,708
POTENTIAL £60,353
- Reading Comprehension
- Mathematics
- Science
- Monitoring
- Active Learning
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Learning Strategies
Engineering technician
Typical Tasks:
- Plans and prepares work and test schedules based on specifications and drawings.
- Sets up equipment, undertakes tests, takes readings, performs calculations and records and interprets data.
- Prepares estimates of materials, equipment and labour required for engineering projects.
- Diagnoses and detects faults and implements procedures to maintain efficient operation of systems and equipment.
- Inspects completed aircraft maintenance work to certify that it meets standards and the aircraft is ready for operation.
- Visits and advises clients on the use and servicing of mechanical and chemical engineering products and services.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £20,300
AVERAGE £31,434
POTENTIAL £45,494
- Mathematics
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Writing
- Active Listening
- Learning Strategies
- Critical Thinking
- Speaking
- Monitoring
- Science
Vehicle technician, mechanic or electrician
Typical Tasks:
- Visually checks, test drives or uses test equipment to diagnose engine and mechanical faults.
- Removes, dismantles, repairs and replaces defective parts and prepares new parts using appropriate tools.
- Reassembles, tests, adjusts and tunes the appropriate parts, systems or entire engine.
- Carries out routine maintenance checks on oil and air filters, brakes and other vehicle parts/systems.
- Diagnoses faults in electrical/electronic circuitry, removes faulty components and fits replacements.
- Checks condition of electrical/electronic systems and carries out servicing tasks.
- Installs additional electrical amenities such as radio/CD players, aerials.
- Repairs and services air conditioning, heating and engine-cooling systems.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £16,244
AVERAGE £23,537
POTENTIAL £33,774
- Active Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Learning Strategies
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Mathematics
- Monitoring
- Writing
- Science
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