Auto Mechanics

Learn Automotive Mechanics as a hobby or start towards a career as a Mechanic

With our society so dependent on cars for effective transport, there are many job opportunities in the automotive repair industry. After training with Thomson Education Direct you will have taken the first step towards becoming part of this exciting industry. This course gives you basic knowledge on all facets of auto mechanics.

And even before you finish your training, you will not only save money by doing basic repairs and maintenance on your own car, but you could also be earning extra money doing repairs for your friends.

Key areas of learning - Automotive Mechanics

• The motor car
• Automotive publications and definitions
• Practical automotive maths
• The metric system
• Fasteners, wrenches, precision tools and others
• Power tools and equipment workshop safety
• Using callipers, micrometers and feeler gauges
• Automotive measuring instruments
• Modern test equipment
• Gaskets, antifriction, bearings & lubrication systems
• Building an engine and engine classifications
• Engine performance and fundamentals
• Principals of lubrication
• High performance automotive engines
• The cooling system
• Future automotive systems
• Fuels, fuel supply systems and carburettors
• Ignition and wiring
• Fuel injection and exhaust systems
• Alternate fuels and dual fuel conversions
• Diesel engine operation
• Clutches and transmission
• Suspension, steering and wheel alignment
• Tyres, wheels and brakes
• Electrical accessories
• Automotive electricity
• Electronic sensors and computer systems
• Customer relations

Take a more detailed look at the subjects you'll cover in the //Automotive Mechanics course.

Extra learning materials included in the Automotive Mechanics course

• Fundamentals of Auto Mechanics - Textbook

Payment plans - Automotive Mechanics

The //Fundamentals of Automotive Mechanics distance education course is part of the Technical & Trade Skills faculty and was last updated Wednesday, 22 Mar 2006.