About the Course
Routine Service - Specific Repairs - Fault Diagnosis
This fifteen day course is aimed at operators and mechanics with responsibility or an interest in the routine maintenance and repair of machines, tractors and equipment used in the grounds care and associated industries.
Our practical based training will offer candidates the ability to reduce servicing costs, machinery down time and is a valuable opportunity to develop skills in routine maintenance and repair.
To ensure the training is appropriate and cost effective candidates will be encouraged, with prior arrangement, to work on their own equipment and components.
Optional testing based on traditional knowledge and skills is available but not essential.
Topics covered in the programme are as follows:
This fifteen day course is aimed at operators and mechanics with responsibility or an interest in the routine maintenance and repair of machines, tractors and equipment used in the grounds care and associated industries.
Our practical based training will offer candidates the ability to reduce servicing costs, machinery down time and is a valuable opportunity to develop skills in routine maintenance and repair.
To ensure the training is appropriate and cost effective candidates will be encouraged, with prior arrangement, to work on their own equipment and components.
Optional testing based on traditional knowledge and skills is available but not essential.
Topics covered in the programme are as follows:
- Day 1 - Tools, equipment, engine diagnostic, service administration, Health and Safety
- Day 2 - Multi Cylinder Diesel Engine
- Day 3 - 4 Stroke Petrol Engine
- Day 4 - Mechanical transmission systems
- Day 5 - Hydraulics
- Day 6 - Electrics - Start and charge
- Day 7 - Mechanical transmission of power (belts, chains, shafts etc)
- Day 8 - Cylinder Mower Cutting Unit - In season settings and repair
- Day 9 - Cutting Unit Overhaul (Cylinder, Rotary or Flail)
- Day 10 - Cutting Unit Overhaul Continued
- Note; where cutting units are not required by the candidate, weeks 9 and 10 may be used to develop other areas within the course criteria, i.e. electrics, hydraulics etc
- Day 11 - 2 Stroke Engines and Hand-Held Machines
- Day 12 - Electrics, Lighting and Control
- Day 13 - Basic MIG and Arc Welding
- Day 14 - Skills Application Day - Small Machinery
- Day 15 - Skills Application Day - Self Propelled Machinery
Entry Requirements
We are governed by Health and Safety Executive (HSE) regulations therefore candidates will not be allowed to start the course without wearing steel toe capped boots or shoes, gloves and suitable protective clothing which provides full cover for arms and legs.
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
Useful Information
Free parking is available on campus; a permit will be issued and should be clearly displayed.
Tea and coffee making facilities are available; please bring a packed lunch and any other refreshments.
Instructor / Student Ratio 1:10
Tea and coffee making facilities are available; please bring a packed lunch and any other refreshments.
Instructor / Student Ratio 1:10
Course Dates
Course dates are not currently available. Please email us to register your interest and we will contact you when dates have been arranged.