AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES
CAREER SPOTLIGHT
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN Automotive Technicians carry out routine maintenance, repairs, and services to vehicles to keep them in a roadworthy condition. You’ll need good dexterity to use the range of tools and equipment to repair and service vehicles, good communication skills to explain repairs to your customers and problem-solving skills to diagnose the faults. To be an Automotive Technician you’ll typically study up to Level 3, this can be in the classroom or in the workplace as an Apprentice.
£33,728 AVERAGE SALARY 5,294 JOBS IN PRESTON
Careers in the automotive industry include automotive technicians, motorsports engineers, car designers and business owners. With a global focus on climate change and a growing demand for hybrid and electric vehicles, there are lots of opportunities for innovation and a real need for workers that can quickly adapt to new technologies. Preston College stays at the forefront of automotive advancements by offering training in hybrid and electric vehicle technology. With the rise of electric vehicles, the College focuses on training students in the installation and maintenance of charging stations. This includes understanding charging protocols, electrical safety, and troubleshooting charging infrastructure. In our iSTEM Automotive Workshop you will find a range of learning resources including demonstration cars, diagnostics equipment, mechanic tool kits and hydro/pneumatic lifts. There is also a bespoke training rig for simulating electric vehicle charging points developed by Nissan.
ALUMNI PROFILE
FULL-TIME COURSES
LEVEL
COURSE LENGTH
TYLER
Automotive Maintenance & Repair Automotive Maintenance & Repair Automotive Maintenance & Repair
1
1 year 1 year 1 year
STUDIED Automotive Maintenance & Repair Level 1, 2 & 3
2 3
DESTINATION University of Lancashire to study Motorsports Engineering
APPRENTICESHIPS
LEVEL
COURSE LENGTH*
Autocare Technician
2 3 3
24 months 36 months 36 months
Heavy Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician Light Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician
“ Tyler joined Preston College from Carr Hill High School with aspirations to work in the motorsports industry with a place at the University of Lancashire and an offer from Manchester University, Tyler is one step closer to his ambition. Preston College has been a great place to learn new things about the industry. The teachers have been exceptionally helpful and supportive. They have helped with written and practical tasks, boosted my confidence, and improved my time management skills.
*Course durations on Apprenticeships are given as a guide
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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• Motor Vehicle Service Technician • Technician • Motorsports Engineer
• Garage Owner • Dealership Manager
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