Motor vehicle
courses
Why choose motor vehicle at West Notts?
State-of-the-art facilities
Our Engineering Innovation Centre includes innovative technologies and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure you have the most up-to-date knowledge and skills for your chosen industry.
Teachers with industry know-how
You'll be taught by professional teachers with industry experience to ensure you receive the right training to be ready to work in this demanding sector.
Great opportunities
Our partnerships with some of the UK’s biggest firms, also provide wide unique opportunities to secure exciting work placements and apprenticeships.
Showcase your talents
Motor vehicle students have previously held showcases to impress local employers with innovative practice, ideas and design.
Be part of the 'Learning Company'
Learning companies offer exciting opportunities to gain additional skills and experience through real-life projects to enhance your CV and build your confidence and connections.
As part of our student-led company, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a live garage, engaging with real customers and tackling a diverse range of projects. From booking vehicles in to carrying out repairs and final invoicing, you’ll experience the full spectrum of automotive service operations.
But we don’t stop at cars! We’ve recently expanded our services to include push bike maintenance and repair. Collaborating with Ashfield District Council and Nottinghamshire Police, we played a vital role in restoring stolen or lost push bikes and redistributing them to local families facing financial challenges.
Overall we believe in providing a comprehensive service to our customers while equipping you with the practical skills and knowledge needed for a successful career.
Motor Vehicle at West Notts College
Take a look at the college’s motor vehicle department’s green skills elements and hear more from staff and students about the training opportunities available in this new area of study.
Career Opportunities
Our facilities
The centre boasts some of the most impressive, state-of-the art equipment available.
Our motor vehicle workshops are equipped with a wide range of vehicles for students to undertake their engineering and repair skills on. There is the opportunity to work on vehicles such as vans, Range Rovers, kit cars and both petrol and electric hybrid cars.
Students have the opportunity to work with the latest tools and technologies available to motor vehicle technicians and engineers.
Study areas are well-lit, spacious and fully-ventilated to enable students to master their studies on engines, chassis, transmissions and frames as well as learning all of the health and safety aspect of this line of work.
Guided Campus Tour
Get a glimpse into the facilities you will be using as a motor vehicle student at West Notts College.
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