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MOTORSPORTSUBJECT AREA HIGHLIGHTSTresham is proud to offer motorsport technician training at our National College for Motorsport based at the Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, where students are taught by highly skilled tutors, experienced in many areas of the motorsport industry.

We were the first College in the UK to achieve the Motorsport Academy Employer Recognition Scheme Charter Mark for our training for race mechanics. The scheme was introduced in 2007 to ensure that training providers deliver quality, industry relevant training.

You will be given the opportunity to work at tests and races with the College and our motorsport partners. Through our excellent links to the motorsport industry the College offers tremendous progression opportunities, with a high percentage of our students progressing into employer-led apprenticeships.

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FOUNDATION RACE TECHNICIANPRE-APPRENTICESHIP COURSE (LEVEL 2)

COURSE CODE: TSD123LOCATION: Silverstone CampusDURATION: 2.5 days a week for 1 year

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSGCSE at D (grade 3) or above in English and maths.

WHAT WILL I STUDY ON THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?The main component of this course is the EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Technology (Motorsport), which includes race car preparation techniques, engine and transmission units, as well as an introduction to the motorsport industry working practices. The study programme also contains a significant practical element within the study programme.As an integral component of your study programme, if you do not already have a grade C (grade 4) or above in GCSE maths and English, we will also schedule your timetable to enable you to retake these GCSE qualifications.

HOW WILL MY WORK BE ASSESSED?Continual assessments of both practical and theory work.

ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?Study programme costs of approximately £500 (based on 16-18 years old) will cover all PPE and other NC4M clothing. In addition, students aged 19 or over will also have to pay course fees. Please contact us for up-to-date information.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?Entry is subject to a successful interview. You need to have considerable passion for motorsport and the desire for a career as a race mechanic.

WHAT WILL I BE ABLE TO DO AFTER I COMPLETE THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You could move onto the Race Technician apprenticeship or full-time Level 3 Race Technician Pre-Apprenticeship course.

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LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE

COURSES AVAILABLE

Foundation Race Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Programme

Race Technician Apprenticeship

OUR COURSES AND YOUR FUTURE PROSPECTS

COURSES AVAILABLE

Advanced Race Technician Apprenticeship

Race Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Course

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Based at Silverstone

Previous students have progressed onto working with teams such as Mercedes F1, Redbull, Williams Grand Prix, Renault, Hass F1, Force India, M Sport Word Rally Team, Australian Touring Cars and many other high profile international teams.

BEN’S STORYSTUDYING:

LEVEL 2 RACE TECHNICIAN PRE-APPRENTICESHIP

I have always been into Motorsport and raced Karts when I was younger. I travel from London and spend

three days a week staying in a B&B just a few miles from Silverstone. It’s been a really positive experience and

being away from home has helped prepare me for the reality of the industry, where I will be travelling a lot.

My work placement is with London based race team TF Sport. I’m learning so much and get to put the theory

into practice. They have asked me to take part in the 24 Hour LeMans race, which will be a great experience.

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RACE TECHNICIAN PRE-APPRENTICESHIP COURSE (LEVEL 3)

COURSE CODE: TSD124LOCATION: SilverstoneDURATION: 2.5 days a week for 1 year

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSCompletion of the Foundation Race Technician Pre-apprenticeship course. Applications will also be considered if you already have significant prior experience of working in a race team.

WHAT WILL I STUDY ON THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You will study for the EAL Level 3 Diploma Engineering Technology (Motorsport), which includes advanced race car preparation, steering and suspension systems, fault diagnosis and braking system units.As an integral component of your course, if you do not already have a grade C (grade 4) or above in GCSE maths and English, we will also schedule your timetable to enable you to retake these GCSE qualifications.

HOW WILL MY WORK BE ASSESSED?Continual assessments of both practical and theory work.

ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?If you are a returning student, continuing from a Level 2 programme, you will need to purchase additional clothing costing approx. £100. If you are a new student entering the College at Level 3 you will need to pay approx. £500 to purchase clothing and PPE equipment.Students aged 19 or over will also have to pay course fees however these could be funded by an Advanced Learner Loan, subject to status. Please contact us for up-to-date information.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?Entry is subject to a successful interview. You need to have considerable passion for motorsport and the desire for a career as a race mechanic.

WHAT WILL I BE ABLE TO DO AFTER I COMPLETE THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You will be able to move onto a Race Technician Advanced Apprenticeship.

MADDY’S STORYSTUDYING: LEVEL 2 RACE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIPI’m doing an apprenticeship with RML Group, a high performance automotive engineering company, so I come into college on a day-release basis to work towards the qualification.

I really like that the course covers a wide range of disciplines within Motorsport, from single-seaters to touring cars.

RACE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP (LEVEL 2)

COURSE CODE: TD104LOCATION: Apprenticeships take place within your working environmentDURATION: Up to 2 years

WHAT WILL I STUDY ON THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You will gain experience of stripping and rebuilding a motorsport vehicle, and inspecting motorsport vehicles during events.

HOW WILL MY WORK BE ASSESSED?An assessor will visit your workplace periodically to observe you at work and to assess evidence of work that you have already completed.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?The job of a race technician requires 100% dedication, and involves a lot of travelling and long work hours.

WHAT WILL I BE ABLE TO DO AFTER I COMPLETE THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You can progress on to the Race Technician Advanced apprenticeship.

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JORDAN’S STORYSTUDYING:

LEVEL 2 RACE TECHNICIAN PRE-APPRENTICESHIP COURSE

I had studied vehicle engineering at school, so I had a little bit of experience of working on cars before I joined NC4M. The course isn’t just about learning

how to work on cars, but it’s also about getting you ready for going into a race team and actually doing

the job. I have had some work experience with an independent race team at the Walter Hayes Trophy

event and plan to get much more.

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ADVANCED RACE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICESHIP (LEVEL 3)

COURSE CODE: TD107LOCATION: Apprenticeships take place within your working environmentDURATION: Up to 2 years

WHAT WILL I STUDY ON THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?The study programme includes advanced race care preparation techniques as well as race car set up.

HOW WILL MY WORK BE ASSESSED?An assessor will visit your workplace periodically to observe you at work and to assess evidence of competence.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You will already be employed by your race team and be a valued member of the team.

WHAT’S GREAT ABOUT THIS COURSE?This programme is the final step to becoming a fully qualified Race Mechanic.

WHAT WILL I BE ABLE TO DO AFTER I COMPLETE THIS STUDY PROGRAMME?You will be able to progress on to international level motorsport teams including Formula 1.

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