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Automotive &
Engineering
Courses
You will learn and hone your Automotive & Engineering skills within specialised buildings including Gwenvor, Seaton and Valency, all purpose-built centres for trade skills and engineering offering a wide range of Automotive & Engineering courses.
Industry leading facilities
Purpose-built workshops and teaching rooms provide the resources to develop the knowledge needed for a successful career. You will benefit from the College's promotion of excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) including the £7million South West Institute of Technology Valency building.
There are many opportunities to visit manufacturing and maintenance companies as part of your studies to reinforce your understanding of industrial practices. We also encourage, support and facilitate work placements for all learners to further enhance your knowledge and employability.
Click above to watch our film on studying Automotive & Engineering at Truro and Penwith College and the career and university opportunities available.
The knowledge gained on your course will give you skills to successfully gain a job in industry or progress to higher education.
Steve Piff - Programme Team Leader, Automotive & Engineering at Penwith College
a variety of courses
Our courses in this department range from an A Level in Electronics and Engineering Diplomas to Mechatronic Apprenticeships. Whatever your ability, background or gender, we have a practical Automotive and Engineering course that will build your knowledge and experience in this fast-developing field.
practical learning
On one of our engineering or mechanics courses, you’ll be practicing your trade in our purpose-built workshops. Our courses are geared towards giving you the skills and practical knowledge you need to do well in the working world. Taught by tutors who have years of industry experience under their belts, you’ll gain specialist insights to help you get ahead in your chosen career path.
apprenticeships
Alternatively, you can enrol in our Apprenticeship programme and earn a real wage while you learn in a working role. Under the tuition and coaching of an industry professional, you’ll develop your skills by working on real projects all while gaining a qualification.
FSI Automotive Industry Training
FSI Automotive at Truro & Penwith College offers short, part-time courses to meet the needs of the local automotive industry. All our training is delivered by industry professionals in purpose-built workshops, from Level 3 Accreditation and MOT Training, to Electric Vehicle Courses, Level 4 and bespoke Masterclass courses.
Select a pathway
All
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Part Time
Penwith College
Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Operative L2
Full Time
Truro College
IMI Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Full Time
Penwith College
HNC/D Mechanical Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
HNC Mechanical Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
Apprenticeship Standard: Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician L3
Full Time
Truro College
C&G Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
Full Time
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
Apprenticeship Standard: Machining Technician L3
Full Time
Truro College
School Leaver
Apprenticeship Standard: Autocare Technician L2
Full Time
Penwith College
IMI Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Full Time
Penwith College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Technician (Mechatronics Maintenance Technician) L3
Full Time
Truro College
Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Technician (Mechatronics – Minerals) L3
Full Time
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
C&G Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
Full Time
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
IMI Level 1 Diploma in Automotive Maintenance
Full Time
Truro College
IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Full Time
Penwith College
University Centre
HNC Manufacturing Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
HNC/D Manufacturing Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
HNC/D Mechanical Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
HNC Mechanical Engineering
Full Time
Truro College
Adult & Professional
IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
Part Time
Truro College
ABC Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7)
Part Time
Truro College
City & Guilds Computer Aided Design (CAD) Level 2 (Solidworks)
Part Time
Truro College
C&G Level 1 Award in Introductory in Welding
Part Time
Truro College
Welding Bootcamp
Part Time
Truro College
IMI Level 3 Award in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Part Time
Penwith College
City & Guilds Computer Aided Design (CAD) Level 1 (Solidworks)
Part Time
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Welding
Part Time
Truro College
My favourite part of my Apprenticeship is learning new skills both at work and at college and then putting them into practice in my day-to-day work.
Jack, Level 3 Technical Support Technician Apprentice at Teagle
FAQs
To apply for an automotive and engineering course at Truro and Penwith College, visit the course page on our official college website and complete your application online.
Entry requirements for automotive and engineering programs vary. Check the specific course details on the college website or prospectus or contact the admissions office for the most accurate and up-to-date information on entry requirements.
Students at Truro and Penwith College benefit from experiences with industry leading companies to develop skills and understanding of the latest electric and hybrid vehicles. You will also have access to some of the best EV training rigs and diagnostic equipment in the country to enable you to learn vital skills for future employment.
At Truro and Penwith College you will find state-of-the-art facilities and purpose-built workshops and classrooms to equip you with the industry-relevant skills you need to succeed. Our campuses provide industry-standard engineering and motor vehicle buildings and our STEM and Health Skills Centre features engineering workshops, a health simulation suite and modern digital technology.
Yes, in addition to learning on campus, there are many opportunities to visit manufacturing and maintenance companies as part of your studies. We also encourage, support and facilitate work placements for all of our learners to further enhance your knowledge and employability.
We strongly recommend making an application for your chosen course as soon as you can when you are in your final year of school. After you have submitted your application, you will be invited to attend an interview where you can make amendments to your application if need be.
