Apprenticeship Training Programme                                                                                                                         The Craft of
        Phase 1: With Employer
        Induction Training
        Introduction to Health & Safety                                                                                                                   Motor Mechanics
        Introduction to Tools & Equipment
        Introduction to Basic Skills
        Phase 2: Delivered in Training Centre (20 weeks)
        Course Contents
        Induction
        Body Electrics
        Engine Mechanical
        Ignition & Transducers
        Petrol Fuel Injection
        Transmission
        Suspension & Steering
        Brakes
        Compression Ignition
        Workshop Technology
        Related Theory
        Phase 3: With Employer
        Work Based Training and Assessments  
        Phase 4: Delivered in Educational Colleges (10 weeks)
        Course Content:
        Engine Mechanical
        Body Electrics
        Braking Systems
        Transmission                                                         For further information please contact your
        Petrol Fuel Injection                                                local Education & Training Board Training Centre 
        Steering & Suspension
        Compression Ignition                                                 or log onto www.apprenticeship.ie
        Service-Quality & Management
        Related Theory
        Phase 5: With Employer
        Work Based Training and Assessments  
         
        Phase 6: Delivered in Educational Colleges (10 weeks)
        Course Content:
        Petrol Engine Management System 
        Steering and Suspension 
        Brakes
        Transmission
        Body Electronics
        Compression Ignition
        Phase 7: With Employer
        Work Based Training and Assessments 
                                                                                    Ireland’s EU Structural and
        The overall duration of this apprenticeship is a minimum of 4               Investment Funds Programmes
        years provided all phases are successfully completed. On                    2014 - 2020
        successful completion of the programme the learner is awarded a             Co-funded by the Irish Government
                                                                                    and the European Union
        Level 6 Advanced Certifcate Craft – Motor Mechanics.      Ver 2
                  What is a Motor Mechanic?                                                                                                                           Aspects of work                                                                                                                                       How to become an Apprentice
                  A Motor Mechanic is a skilled technician who services, diagnoses                                                                                    n   Learning and developing new craft-related skills,                                                                                                 n   You must obtain employment as an apprentice in                                                                
                  and resolves technical concerns with light passenger cars and                                                                                              knowledge and competencies                                                                                                                            your chosen occupation. 
                  light commercial vehicles.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                n   The employer must be approved to train apprentices.
                  The work includes:                                                                                                                                  n   Working	with	and	learning	from	experienced	                                                                                                       n   The employer must register you as an apprentice                                                               
                  •	 Carrying	out	the	routine	service	procedures	as	recommended		                                                                                      Craftspersons                                                                                                                                               within two weeks of recruitment.
                      by the vehicle manufacturer                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           n   In certain crafts, apprenticeship applicants are 
                  •	 Examining	and	preparing	the	vehicle	for	the	National	Car	Test		                                                                                  n  Comply with Health and Safety requirements                                                                                                                required to pass a colour vision test approved by                                                          
                  	   (NCT)	or	the	Commercial	Vehicle	Road	worthiness	Test	(CVRT)                                                                                     n   Working with vehicles                                                                                                                              SOLAS.
                  •	 Diagnosing	and	resolving	problems	with	the	operation	of	the		
                      mechanical and electrical systems of vehicles                                                                                                   n   Accepting responsibility for the quality of own work                                                                                              Entry Requirements
                  •	 Carrying	out	all	work	in	accordance	with	manufacturer’s	                                                                                         n   Being physically active                                                                                                                           The minimum age at which the employment of an
                      recommended procedures.                                                                                                                         n   Using	the	special	service	tools,	materials	and	                                                                                                   apprentice may commence is 16 years of age.
                  Motor Mechanics are required to                                                                                                                      equipment                                                                                                                                            The minimum educational requirements are:
                  •	 Observe	and	adhere	to	all	national	and	EU	Health,	Safety	and		                                                                                   n   Reading and interpreting technical instructions and                                                                                               1.	Grade	D	in	five	subjects	in	the	Department	of
                      Environmental legislation and precautions relative to                                                                                            diagrams                                                                                                                                             	   Education	&	Skills	Junior	Certificate	Examination	or
                      their work.                                                                                                                                     n   Diagnose	and	repair	mechanical	and	electrical	                                                                                                        an approved equivalent,
                  •	 Read,	interpret	and	adhere	to	the	vehicle	manufacturer’s                                                                                          systems                                                                                                                                              or 
                     instructions when servicing vehicles.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  2. The successful completion of an approved 
                  •	 Use	specialised	equipment	to	check	the	operation	of	the	                                                                                         n   Dismantling,	examining	and	re-assembling	                                                                                                             Pre-Apprenticeship course
                      lighting, steering, braking and other systems and also to                                                                                              mechanical systems and components                                                                                                              or
                  	   measure	exhaust	emissions,	recording	the	results	and	liaising		                                                                                 n   Testing electrical and electronic systems and                                                                                                     3.	Three	years’	work	experience	gained	over	sixteen
                      with the customer.                                                                                                                               components                                                                                                                                               years of age in a relevant designated industrial
                  •	 Use	logical	thinking	and	manufacturer’s	recommended	                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       activity as SOLAS shall deem acceptable
                      diagnostic techniques to identify and resolve problems.                                                                                         n   Record and communicate accurate work records  or    
                                                                                                                                                                       reports                                                                                                                                              It should be noted that these are the current approved 
                                                                                                                                                                      n		 Driving	vehicles                                                                                                                                  minimum educational requirements for apprenticeship 
                  Personal Qualities and Skills                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             programmes,	however,	previous	experience	of	the	
                  As a Motor Mechanic you will need to be physically active and                                                                                       n   Taking responsibility for own learning, including the                                                                                             following subjects would be an advantage but not 
                  to be able to work with your hands. An awareness of health and                                                                                             allocation of study time                                                                                                                       essential:	Mathematics,	Technical	Drawing/Graphics,	
                  safety and good housekeeping is essential as well as attention to                                                                                   n		 Passing	all	your	phase	exams	(	theory,	practicals,	skills			                                                                                      Metalwork, Technology and Physics
                  detail.                                                                                                                                             	      demonstrations)
                  The Motor Mechanic must have the ability to:                                                                                                        n   Earning as you learn                                                                                                                              Opportunities	on	Qualification
                  •	 Plan	and	organise                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      On successful completion of the apprenticeship 
                  •		Communicate	effectively                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                programme,	apprentices	are	qualified	to	work	within	the	
                  •		Solve	problems                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         recognised trade or profession.
                  •		Work	independently	and	as	part	of	a	team                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Opportunities for advancement are available for 
                  •		Show	a	positive	attitude                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               apprentices and craftspersons that have the necessary 
                  •		Recognise	the	need	for	good	customer	relations                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         initiative,	ability	and	basic	qualifications.
                  •	 Demonstrate	good	work	practices	including	time	                                                                	                                                                                                                                                                                       These include advanced technology courses and 
                      keeping, tidiness, responsibility, quality awareness                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  management courses which are available in Institutes of 
                      and safety awareness                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Technology, Schools of Management and Professional 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Institutes.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Many	apprentices	use	their	apprenticeship	qualification	as	
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            a platform to launch careers such as engineers, managers, 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            self-employed business owners, technical trainers, 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            instructors, lecturers, teachers amongst others