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Motor Mechanic Course

Name: Motor Mechanic Course
Price: 8400 KES
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Get the hands-on skills employers demand in today's automotive workshops. This comprehensive course covers everything from engine overhauling and electrical diagnostics to brake service and wheel alignment. Whether you're starting fresh or levelling up, you'll graduate ready to work on real vehicles with real confidence.

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What you will learn:

You'll build a complete foundation in automotive repair, starting with workshop safety, hand tools, and professional standards. From there, you'll move into engine mechanical service, electrical diagnostics, fuel systems, and brake repair. You'll learn how to use scan tools, read wiring diagrams, and perform precision measurements on engine components. The course also covers suspension and steering service, HVAC systems, and wheel alignment procedures. Supplementary modules introduce automatic and manual transmissions, hybrid and electric vehicle safety, and workshop business operations. By the end, you'll have the technical knowledge and practical skills to perform professional-grade repairs across a wide range of vehicles.

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Course content

8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)

Chapter 1See details

Automotive Industry and Shop Fundamentals

Lesson 1 • Workplace Organisation and Documentation
Establishes habits for clean workspaces, parts organisation, and accurate repair documentation. Organised workflow reduces errors and supports quality control.
Lesson 2 • Hand Tools and Measuring Instruments
Introduces standard hand tools, torque wrenches, and precision measuring devices. Proper tool use prevents damage and ensures accurate repairs.
Lesson 3 • Power Tools and Shop Equipment
Covers pneumatic, electric, and hydraulic shop equipment operation and maintenance. Safe equipment use increases efficiency and reduces injury risk.
Lesson 4 • Career Pathways in Automotive Service
Covers technician roles, certification levels, and shop business models. Connects professional identity to daily shop responsibilities.
Lesson 5 • Shop Safety and Hazard Control
Teaches identification and mitigation of physical, chemical, and electrical hazards. Safety compliance underpins every subsequent hands-on task.

Chapter 2See details

Automotive Systems Overview

Lesson 1 • Fluid and Lubrication Systems
Maps engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and transmission fluid circuits. Fluid condition and level directly affect component longevity and performance.
Lesson 2 • Electrical and Electronic Systems Overview
Surveys the vehicle electrical architecture including battery, alternator, and control modules. Establishes vocabulary for advanced diagnostics in later chapters.
Lesson 3 • Chassis and Safety Systems Overview
Introduces suspension, steering, braking, and passive safety systems as integrated assemblies. Connects chassis geometry to vehicle handling and occupant protection.
Lesson 4 • Engine and Powertrain Fundamentals
Introduces internal combustion engine types, cylinder configurations, and powertrain components. Provides the conceptual base for engine diagnosis covered later.
Lesson 5 • Vehicle Architecture and Body Styles
Examines front-wheel, rear-wheel, and all-wheel drive layouts alongside body classifications. Layout knowledge guides component location and access strategies.

Chapter 3See details

Engine Mechanical Systems

Lesson 1 • Crankshaft and Bearing Service
Teaches crankshaft journal measurement, bearing selection, and oil clearance verification. Correct bearing clearance is critical to oil pressure and engine longevity.
Lesson 2 • Engine Diagnosis and Compression Testing
Teaches symptom-based engine diagnosis using compression, leak-down, and vacuum tests. Accurate diagnosis prevents unnecessary disassembly and guides repair scope.
Lesson 3 • Piston, Ring, and Cylinder Service
Addresses cylinder bore measurement, honing, piston fitting, and ring gap setting. Proper clearances ensure oil control and prevent premature wear.
Lesson 4 • Engine Assembly and Break-In
Guides complete engine assembly, timing system installation, and controlled break-in procedures. Correct assembly sequence prevents costly post-rebuild failures.
Lesson 5 • Cylinder Head and Valve Train Service
Covers head removal, valve inspection, seat grinding, and reassembly to specification. Valve train condition directly affects compression and engine efficiency.

Chapter 4See details

Electrical Systems and Diagnostics

Lesson 1 • Diagnostic Tools and Scan Tool Use
Introduces digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and scan tools for electrical fault isolation. Tool selection and proper technique determine diagnostic accuracy.
Lesson 2 • Circuit Repair and Connector Service
Teaches wire splicing, terminal replacement, and connector sealing to factory standards. Quality repairs prevent repeat failures and corrosion-related faults.
Lesson 3 • Starting and Charging System Service
Addresses battery load testing, starter current draw, and alternator output verification. Starting and charging faults are frequent customer complaints.
Lesson 4 • Electrical Theory and Circuit Fundamentals
Teaches Ohm's law, series and parallel circuits, and voltage drop concepts. Electrical theory is the foundation for every circuit diagnosis task.
Lesson 5 • Wiring Diagrams and Schematic Reading
Covers symbol conventions, wire colour codes, and connector identification in factory schematics. Schematic fluency reduces diagnostic time significantly.

Chapter 5See details

Engine Performance and Fuel Systems

Lesson 1 • Ignition System Service
Addresses spark plug inspection, ignition coil testing, and timing verification. A healthy ignition system is prerequisite to efficient combustion and emissions control.
Lesson 2 • Fuel System Diagnosis and Service
Covers fuel pump pressure testing, injector flow testing, and fuel filter replacement. Fuel delivery faults are among the most common driveability complaints.
Lesson 3 • Emissions Control Systems
Covers EGR, PCV, EVAP, and catalytic converter operation and diagnosis. Emissions system faults trigger warning lights and cause inspection failures.
Lesson 4 • Air Induction and Throttle Body Service
Teaches air filter replacement, mass airflow sensor cleaning, and throttle body cleaning. Airflow restrictions degrade fuel economy and trigger fault codes.
Lesson 5 • Driveability Diagnosis and Road Testing
Integrates fuel, ignition, and emissions data to resolve complex driveability complaints. Road testing validates repairs under real operating conditions.

Chapter 6See details

Brake Systems Service and Diagnosis

Lesson 1 • Brake System Bleeding and Flushing
Covers manual, pressure, and vacuum bleeding methods and fluid flush intervals. Air and contaminated fluid degrade pedal feel and hydraulic response.
Lesson 2 • Disc Brake Service
Teaches calliper removal, pad replacement, rotor measurement, and calliper piston service. Disc brakes are the primary stopping mechanism on modern vehicles.
Lesson 3 • Hydraulic Brake System Fundamentals
Covers master cylinder operation, brake lines, and hydraulic pressure principles. Hydraulic integrity is the foundation of all brake system performance.
Lesson 4 • Drum Brake Service
Addresses wheel cylinder inspection, shoe replacement, and self-adjuster service. Drum brakes remain common on rear axles and parking brake systems.
Lesson 5 • ABS, Traction, and Stability Control
Diagnoses wheel speed sensor faults, ABS module codes, and hydraulic control unit issues. Electronic brake controls are standard on all modern vehicles.

Chapter 7See details

Suspension, Steering, and Wheel Alignment

Lesson 1 • Wheel Alignment Measurement and Adjustment
Teaches four-wheel alignment measurement, camber, caster, and toe adjustment. Correct alignment prevents tyre wear and restores straight-line tracking.
Lesson 2 • Wheel Bearing and Hub Service
Teaches wheel bearing noise diagnosis, hub assembly replacement, and preload adjustment. Bearing failure causes noise, vibration, and potential wheel separation.
Lesson 3 • Steering System Service
Addresses rack-and-pinion, power steering pump, and electric power steering service. Steering system condition directly affects driver control and safety.
Lesson 4 • Suspension System Diagnosis and Service
Covers strut, shock absorber, spring, and control arm inspection and replacement. Worn suspension components cause poor handling and accelerated tyre wear.
Lesson 5 • Tyre Service and Balancing
Covers tyre mounting, static and dynamic balancing, and rotation patterns. Proper tyre service maximises tread life and ride quality.

Chapter 8See details

Heating, Cooling, and Air Conditioning Systems

Lesson 1 • HVAC Component Diagnosis and Replacement
Addresses compressor clutch, expansion valve, and evaporator diagnosis and replacement. Component-level diagnosis prevents unnecessary system replacement.
Lesson 2 • HVAC System Fundamentals
Introduces refrigeration cycle principles, refrigerant types, and system component roles. Conceptual understanding guides accurate HVAC diagnosis.
Lesson 3 • Climate Control System Diagnosis
Covers automatic climate control modules, blend door actuators, and duct system faults. Electronic climate controls require scan tool integration for full diagnosis.
Lesson 4 • Engine Cooling System Service
Covers thermostat, water pump, radiator, and hose inspection and replacement. Cooling system failures cause overheating and catastrophic engine damage.
Lesson 5 • Refrigerant Handling and Recovery
Teaches safe refrigerant recovery, recycling, and recharge using certified equipment. Proper handling protects technicians and meets environmental standards.

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This course is for you:

Recent high school graduate: eager to enter a skilled trade quickly.
Career changer: tired of office work and drawn to hands-on mechanical challenges.
Shade-tree mechanic: ready to turn a backyard hobby into a paying profession.
Military veteran: translating discipline and technical training into civilian automotive work.
Lube technician: looking to advance beyond oil changes into full-service repairs.
Small garage owner: needing structured knowledge to handle a wider range of jobs.

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