L2 Automotive
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Hill.
This course is made up of Automotive Unit Standards which can be used as a pre-requisite for a variety of UNITEC Automotive courses from apprenticeship through to degree level.
Unit Standards offered include the identification/recognition of vehicle components, the study of petrol and diesel four stroke engines, vehicle braking, transmission, steering and suspension systems. Some Units Standards require a skill to be mastered and students are given the opportunity to use hand tools and automotive equipment in an automotive workshop environment.
This course leads to Level 3 Automotive and a wide range of areas in the Automotive and Engineering industries.
Prerequisites
At least 14 credits in Level 1 Technology Engineering.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A donation towards material costs of $80 for take home elements will be requested.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Identify the general locations and functions of vehicle systems and main components
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Carry out general engineering tasks in the automotive industry
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Balance a wheel off a vehicle in the motor industry
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Select and use hand tools and workshop equipment for an automotive application
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Remove and refit road wheels on a vehicle
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Demonstrate knowledge of tools and equipment used in the motor industry
Disclaimer
- Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose.
- If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice