Engineering
Future Skills: Automotive Innovation (SCP)
Campus Sighthill Campus
Qualification No Qualification
Study mode Part time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
This course is for senior-phase pupils who are still at school.
Future Skills: Automotive Innovation provides a hands-on practical learning experience and is ideal for young people interested in a career in the automotive industry.
The course is delivered in our specialist Automotive workshops where you will move every 9 weeks between light vehicle maintenance, vehicle paint refinishing and vehicle body repair. The units have been developed to include the latest electric and hybrid vehicle technologies which are in demand by employers. You will study Certificated Edinburgh College units. Completing this course will guarantee progression to a full-time course in one of these disciplines.
What you will learn
- Introduction to Health and Safety in the Automotive Industry
- Introduction to Engine Components and Operation
- Introduction to Chassis and Drive Trains
- Introduction to Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technology
- Automotive Paint and Refinishing
- Automotive Minor Panel Damage Repairs
- Automotive Valeting and Detailing
Number of days per week
- 2 afternoons per week, Tuesday and Thursday, 1.30 PM to 4.00 PM
Entry requirements
- A national 3 or 4 in Mathematics or English is desirable
- A keen interest in automotive engineering and a desire to learn about the repair trades are essential
This course is in high demand and places are limited. Successful applicants will be required to participate in a college information session and selection process on the delivery campus to secure a place on the course.
Applicants who are invited to attend the information session and selection process will be expected to demonstrate their interest in the course, engagement with the selection process and readiness to study at college.
Full details will be provided by e-mail and the information will be shared with your school.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- IMI Transport Maintenance - Light Vehicle Fast Track (SCQF Level 4)
- IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (SCQF Level 5)
- IMI Diploma in Accident Repair Body Principles (SCQF Level 5)
- IMI Diploma in Accident Repair Paint Principles (SCQF Level 5)
- Apprenticeship Opportunities
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Sighthill Campus | Part time | 18/08/25 |
