College students are thrilled as a state of the art automotive workshop for apprentices in launched. Newark College launched the new facility on Friday, January 13, which will host the school's apprentice provision and full-time study programme learners.
The new Automotive department will create a valuable learning environment for students by delivering the latest knowledge, skills and competencies. The curriculum also considers and will adapt to the vast changes in vehicle technology and skills required to maintain and repair these complex systems.
Peter Jackson, Learning and Skills Lead for Automotive Engineering said: “The Newark workshop has specialist equipment installed including; industry-standard two-post and four-post vehicle lift, a Pico Advanced oscilloscope, Bosch KTS diagnostic computer and FWA4630+ Wheel Alignment System. These latest technologies will enhance the curriculum and enable the best possible delivery of the Level 2 AutoCare and Level 3 Light Vehicle Apprentices Standards to comply with the rapidly evolving industry."
