Motor Vehicle Courses
There are a wide range of motor vehicle courses currently available and automotive engineering may also be covered on KS4/5 engineering courses. A practising DT/Engineering teacher with expereince of teaching motor vehicle courses has identified resources from the e-Library and internet that may assist teachers of these types of courses.
Case Study: Vehicle Maintenance
Short video clip in which an apprentice in motor vehicle maintenance talking about her work and college course. She describes how a car's engine is tested to find a fault with its fuelling. Could be useful in a discussion about motor vehicle careers.
Cars and the Environment
A resource containing information and activities about the environmental impact of motor vehicles. Might be useful when covering exhaust systems.
New Engine Slashes CO2 Emissions
Case study about the development of a new engine to reduce emissions.
Episode 215: Forces on Vehicles
Quite a scientific resource but could be useful when looking at vehicle structure and discussing acceleration/deceleration.
Suspension Innovation for a Safer Journey
Article about a new type of suspension being used in Formula 1 and it's possible benefits to mass produced vehicles.
Case Study: Landbased Technology
Video case study about a student studying a Land Based Technology course. Shows student carrying out maintenance on a tractor. Useful when looking at potential automotive careers.
Car Bibles
Useful website with lots of information about motor vehicle systems.
Cdx Etextbook
Excellent website containing information and videos about motor vehicle systems.
IMI Website
Website of the professional association for individuals working in the motor industry. Lots of useful information about careers and also a link to free CPD courses.
Top Gear Website
A website that students can relate to.