Expand+The purpose of this pre-apprenticeship course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence required to independently and under supervision carry out diagnostic, maintenance and installation procedures on electronic and mech...

Hide-The purpose of this pre-apprenticeship course is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence required to independently and under supervision carry out diagnostic, maintenance and installation procedures on electronic and mechanical components utilised within the motor technology sector and to progress onto an apprenticeship or higher education and training. It aims to give students a broad knowledge of the work practices involved in car mechanics and car maintenance.
The Motor Trade is a fast paced rapidly changing and challenging environment in which there are many career opportunities. The skills and knowledge acquired on this course are invaluable to anybody wishing to enter the trade.
Students may also have the opportunity to apply for paid work placement within Europe as part of our Erasmus+ Programme.

Expand+Applicants are asked to pay €50 on submission of their Application Form. Once you have applied you will be called for an interview within a few weeks. QQI examination fees cost €50, although Medical Card holders are exempt from paying this fee on pro...

Hide-Applicants are asked to pay €50 on submission of their Application Form. Once you have applied you will be called for an interview within a few weeks. QQI examination fees cost €50, although Medical Card holders are exempt from paying this fee on production of a valid medical card. Books and essential class materials may also be required. A €200 Government levy will apply on acceptance of a place on PLC course, but medical card holders and those in receipt of a maintenance grant will be exempt. A €50 Student Services fee also applies.

Expand+Application Process:

You can find a full list of all our Full Time Level 5 and Level 6 Courses on our Course Page along with specific information on each course.

If you are still unsure of which course is right for you (or if you have any queri...

Hide-Application Process:

You can find a full list of all our Full Time Level 5 and Level 6 Courses on our Course Page along with specific information on each course.

If you are still unsure of which course is right for you (or if you have any queries on any aspect of any course) please call the College at 098 50800 and ask to speak to the relevant Course Co-ordinator.

Once you are happy with your course selection you can apply online (see link below).

In order to complete your application, you will need to pay €50 Administration/Application Fee which will be debited by card payment. Your application will be processed and your €50 Administration/Application Fee will be receipted which you can print off for your records. Applicants will then be contacted by the college via text message and email with a date and time for interview.

When you attend your interview you need to bring a copy of your Birth Certificate and a copy of your Leaving Certificate Results (or results of any previous PLC Course) or alternatively you may post them prior to your interview to the College at:

Westport College of Further Education, Westport, Co. Mayo.

Means tested grants are available from SUSI. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.

Following interview, all applicants will be contacted to inform them whether or not they have secured a place on their chosen course. Successful applicants will be informed of when induction takes place, and of the official start date for their course.

To accept your place, students will be asked to pay a €200 Government Levy, as introduced in a recent budget, and €50 for FETAC/QQI Level 5 or €80 for FETAC/QQI Level 6 Examinations. Medical Card holders are exempt from paying both of those fees, but must produce a valid medical card to accept their place. Those in receipt of a Student Grant, a Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) or a Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) allowance may also be exempt, but must provide evidence of same. A student services fee of €50 is also payable by all students to accept your place.

Additional fees may apply and details of these will be displayed on the individual courses online or on Qualifax.

Expand+Modules include the following:
•Motor Vehicle Theory 5N2144
•Auto Electricity 5 N2137
•Motor Vehicle Practice 5N2143
•Communications 5N0690
•Work Experience 5N1356
•Engineering Workshop Processes 5N1608
•Electronics 5N1606
•Safety & Health at...

Hide-Modules include the following:
•Motor Vehicle Theory 5N2144
•Auto Electricity 5 N2137
•Motor Vehicle Practice 5N2143
•Communications 5N0690
•Work Experience 5N1356
•Engineering Workshop Processes 5N1608
•Electronics 5N1606
•Safety & Health at Work 5N1794
•CAD Computer Aided Draughting (Optional) 5N1604
•Mathematics 5N1833 (Optional)

Additional Activities
•Restoration Projects
•NCT centre Galway
•GRETB Training Centre for Apprenticeships, Mervue Galway.
•Go Karting Galway
•Malones Farm Machinery Factory, Ballyglass Co Mayo
•FTMTA Farm Machinery Show, Punchestown

Expand+Course Progression
Upon successful completion of this course, learners may be eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and...

Hide-Course Progression
Upon successful completion of this course, learners may be eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities. Examples include:
•Automobile Technology Level 6 Limerick IT
•Road Transport Technology & Management Level 7 Limerick IT
•Agricultural Mechanisation Level 6 Pallaskenry – Limerick IT
•Mechatronics Level 7 Sligo IT
•Automotive Management and Technology Level 7 DIT Bolton St Dublin

Career Opportunities
•Apprentice Motor Mechanic
•Apprentice Truck Mechanic
•Apprentice Agricultural Mechanic
•Aircraft Mechanic
•Parts advisor
•Reception staff
•Sales staff
•Warranty administrator