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Automotive Engineering Level 3 Training
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Summary

Price
£19.99 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand 
Course format
Reading material - PDF, article
Duration
1.8 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Assessment details
  • Final Exam (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

The Automotive Engineering Level 3 Training course is designed for learners seeking structured knowledge of automotive systems, vehicle design, and modern engineering principles. This course focuses on understanding vehicle dynamics, powertrain systems, automotive electronics, control systems, materials, manufacturing, and emerging automotive technologies.

Learners gain awareness of how automotive systems operate, how components interact, and how engineering principles are applied to enhance vehicle performance, safety, and sustainability. The course explores design considerations, manufacturing processes, quality control, and technological trends shaping the automotive industry.

Rather than preparing learners for vehicle repair licensure or workshop authority, this automotive engineering course builds theoretical understanding, analytical skills, and professional awareness. It is suitable for learners interested in automotive industry careers, engineering support roles, or further academic progression in automotive and mechanical engineering.

By combining core engineering principles with applied automotive knowledge, learners gain insight into how vehicles are designed, manufactured, and maintained to meet performance, safety, and environmental standards.

Certificates

Assessment details

Final Exam

Included in course price

Curriculum

This course contains

Format: 33 PDFs, 1 Article and 1 Quiz

Duration: 1h and 50m

    • 1: Disclaimer 01:00

    • 2: Overview of the automotive industry and its evolution 03:00
    • 3: Introduction to various types of vehicles and their components 03:00
    • 4: Understanding automotive systems and their interdependencies 03:00

    • 5: Principles of vehicle dynamics and motion control 04:00
    • 6: Suspension systems and their functions 03:00
    • 7: Tire characteristics and their impact on vehicle performance 03:00
    • 8: Braking systems and technologies 04:00
    • 9: Steering systems and handling dynamics 04:00

    • 10: Internal combustion engines and their operation principles 03:00
    • 11: Fuel systems, including injection and ignition systems 03:00
    • 12: Transmission systems and their types 03:00
    • 13: Hybrid and electric powertrains 03:00
    • 14: Engine management systems and diagnostics 03:00

    • 15: Basics of automotive electrical systems 03:00
    • 16: Sensors and actuators used in modern vehicles 03:00
    • 17: Onboard diagnostics and fault finding 03:00
    • 18: Vehicle communication networks 02:00
    • 19: Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving technologies 03:00

    • 20: Principles of vehicle design and aerodynamics 02:00
    • 21: Materials used in automotive engineering and their properties 02:00
    • 22: Crashworthiness and safety considerations 03:00
    • 23: Ergonomics and human-machine interface (HMI) 03:00
    • 24: Environmental sustainability in vehicle design and manufacturing 03:00

    • 25: Automotive manufacturing processes and assembly techniques 03:00
    • 26: Quality control methods and standards in the automotive industry 03:00
    • 27: Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement 03:00
    • 28: Supply chain management and logistics 03:00
    • 29: Cost analysis and value engineering 03:00

    • 30: Future trends in automotive engineering 03:00
    • 31: Alternative fuels and energy sources 03:00
    • 32: Connected vehicles and internet of things (IoT) applications 02:00
    • 33: Advanced materials and composites 03:00
    • 34: Emerging technologies, such as autonomous driving, electric vehicles 02:00

    • 35: Final Exam 12:00

Description

This Automotive Engineering Level 3 Training course consists of structured lectures followed by an assessment, covering essential areas of automotive engineering theory and practice.

The course begins with an introduction to automotive engineering, including an overview of the automotive industry, vehicle types, components, and the interdependencies of automotive systems. Learners develop foundational knowledge of vehicle design and engineering principles.

Vehicle dynamics covers principles of motion control, suspension systems, tire characteristics, braking systems, steering, and handling. Learners gain understanding of how these systems affect vehicle performance, safety, and stability.

Automotive powertrain systems introduce internal combustion engines, fuel systems, transmission types, hybrid and electric powertrains, and engine management systems, providing awareness of power generation and control mechanisms in modern vehicles.

Automotive electronics and control systems explore vehicle electrical systems, sensors, actuators, onboard diagnostics, communication networks, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) including autonomous vehicle technologies.

Vehicle design and materials cover design principles, aerodynamics, material properties, crashworthiness, ergonomics, human-machine interfaces, and environmental sustainability considerations in vehicle manufacturing.

Automotive manufacturing and quality control examine production processes, assembly techniques, quality standards, lean manufacturing principles, supply chain management, and cost/value analysis in the automotive sector.

Advanced automotive technologies introduce future trends, alternative fuels, connected vehicle systems, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, advanced materials and composites, and emerging technologies such as autonomous and electric vehicles.

Learners complete a final assessment to demonstrate understanding of automotive engineering principles, vehicle systems, and industry practices.

Certification
After successful completion of the Automotive Engineering Level 3 Training course, learners receive a free digital certificate confirming course completion. A provider-issued certificate is also available following verification, with optional premium certificates and academic transcripts available separately.

Who is this course for?

This automotive engineering course is suitable for learners interested in vehicle systems, design, manufacturing, and emerging automotive technologies. It is ideal for engineering students, automotive support staff, technicians in training, or individuals preparing for further study or careers in automotive engineering and related industries.

Requirements

No formal qualifications are required to enrol on this automotive engineering course. Learners should have a basic to good standard of English, access to the internet, and a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Completion of the assessment is required to successfully finish the course.

Career path

This automotive engineering course can support progression into engineering support roles, automotive technician training pathways, vehicle design assistance, manufacturing support, or further academic study in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, or transportation technology.

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