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Courses on offer to schools -
Entry Level in Road User Studies. For more information click here
All the courses are run at SKIDZ - The Banbury Motor Project at our base in Banbury, allowing students access to a real workshop environment and an adult work ethos. Experience shows that some students who find school a problem can successfully attend SKIDZ and achieve over and above their true potential. Here students can learn skills in motor mechanics and allied trades, as well as participating in challenging activities that offer stimulating experiences, and building a sense of achievement and self-esteem.
Compulsory core module.
History of transport.
First Aid.
The road user and the law (including Highway Code).
Motoring maths/communication.
Environmental/social issues.
Specialist option - Motor vehicle engineering.
Power unit.
Transmission.
Chassis.
Previous experience.
None.
Duration.
2 years (Y10 & Y11), 2.5 hours per week.
Primary skills in motor vehicle maintenance.
This course can be individually tailored to meet the needs of the student, matching their ability and capabilities. We can accommodate students with Specific Educational Needs We also offer a positive alternative to those students who are at risk of permanent exclusion from schools, with success at reengagement of those who have "switched off". Some students have been motivated to continue on and enrol, and complete, the 2 year Entry Level Course, whilst remaining in their main stream school. The course offers practical hands-on experience in our workshop, working alongside adults in a genuine work ethos. Experience shows a rapid improvement in communication skills and self-esteem, as well as mechanical and engineering skills that can provide a route to employment.
Content.
Basic Health & Safety in the workshop, vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Previous experience.
None. Tailored to the ability of the individual.
Duration.
1 x 2.5 hour session per week on a term by term basis.
IMI Level 1 motor vehicle maintenance. For more information click here
Duration.
1 x 3 hour session per week for 2 years
CLAiT(Computer Literacy and Information Technology). For more information click here
Students learn to use the following Microsoft Office applications
Word
Excel
Powerpoint
Outlook
They also look at basic web design, computer art as well as good computer housekeeping.
Duration.
1 x 2.5 hour session per week for 1 year.
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