Introductory Course
Learn more about the basics of the motorsports industry
Course Description
Embark on a thrilling introductory free course! The motorsports industry is
one of the most exciting industries out there. Companies operating in
this field, also known as teams, face a wide range of engineering,
operational and commercial challenges to succeed at creating the fastest
racing car for the category in which they compete. Enrol today to learn about some insightful aspects of Formula 1 and the motorsports industry!
Introductory Course
Self-Paced Course- Lifetime Access to course materials
- Ask questions and get feedback from the instructor
- Earn an industry-recognised course certificate
Course Modules
- What the motorsports industry is like
- The main championships and their characteristics
- The skills needed to work in this challenging industry
- Common paths to starting a successful career in Formula 1
This course is for you if...
You are a student or professional with an interest the Motorsport industry
You want to learn about the specifics of the general aspects of the industry
You’re ready to boost your CV and start a career in Motorsport Engineering
Course Reviews
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Meet your course instructor
Gerard Torres
Gerard is the founder of Motorsports Engineer and an engineer with extensive experience working at the pinnacle of the motorsports industry.
After studying Mechanical Engineering at the UPC University in Barcelona, he earned an MSc in Motorsports Engineering at the Oxford Brookes University in the United Kingdom.
He was part of a group of 8 lucky young engineers that were part of the first Graduate Scheme at Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team in 2010. After winning multiple Drivers’ and Constructors’ F1 Championship with the German Team, he left at the end of 2017 to pursue an MBA and start his own technical consulting company.
In 2020, he decided to start Motorsport Engineer – an online, private network of engineers specialised in the niche of Motorsports that provides on and offline education for young, aspiring F1 engineers, engineering services, and careers mentoring to active motorsports engineers.
Gerard has worked with
Introductory
Self-Paced Course
FREE
Access Duration: Lifetime ⓘ
Duration for which video lessons, downloadables, quizzes and assignments will be made available from the time of enrolment.
Mode of Delivery: Online ⓘ
Lessons are managed by experienced course leaders leveraging online means.
E-mail support ⓘ
We provide support throughout the duration of the course.
Certification ⓘ
A certificate will be awarded upon course completion so you can share your achievement with your network.
Interact with instructor ⓘ
Network with motorsport engineering professionals and receive the advice you are looking for.
Watch lessons in any order ⓘ
Start from the beginning or the end - you choose!
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FAQs
Find answers to frequently-asked questions about Self-Paced courses here!
Every course page has a section called “This course is for you if…”, detailing who the course is designed for. You can also enrol in the free preview of the course at no cost to see the first lessons and get an idea of the topic and level of the course.
If you have questions about a specific course, or would like course recommendations, please get in touch with us at info@motorsportengineer.net and we will be happy to provide further guidance.
Software required is included upon course acquisition unless otherwise specified. Please check the course page you are interested in for more information.
If you have questions about software, please contact us.
Every course page has a section describing the syllabus and a downloadable course curriculum.
Courses include lectures and assignments, as well as other features depending on the course.
The estimated time needed to complete each course is listed on the course page. Motorsport Engineer’s self-paced courses come with lifetime access and can be completed at your own pace.
Yes! A personalised certificate with your name and course title will be provided once you have successfully completed the course.
Course certificates are a great way to show you have learnt from industry experts and allow you to differentiate yourself from other engineers in the sector.
Once you enrol in a course, you will have lifetime digital access to the course content!
We are happy to offer reduced student pricing on any course or course package with verification of active student status. Please send an email to info@motorsportengineer.net for more information.
If you are part of a group of people interested in enrolling in one or more courses, please contact us at info@motorsportengineer.net
Networking is key in any industry, and motorsport is no different. For this reason, our courses include the option to submit questions and interact directly with our instructors who are professionals in the industry.
Keep in mind that asking interesting questions will help you stand out!
Job hunting can be a stressful process filled with uncertainty. To help with the process, Motorsport Engineer offers a CV review process based on years of experience working in Formula 1 and other motorsport categories and recruiting the best talent for some of the most well-known companies and teams in the industry.
This is a personalised, bespoke service offered on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in our CV review service, please send an email to info@motorsportengineer.net for more information.
This is one of the most common questions we receive!
While there is no single answer to this question, here are some general tips that you can implement to help you towards your goal:
1. Complete our free Introductory Course. It will give you a general idea of the motorsport industry and some of the steps you might want to take to help you in your journey.
2. Read our blog! We share lots of advice and insights there – a great place to start is the article “5 Things Every Aspiring Formula 1 Engineer Should Know.“
3. Once you have decided on a role you are interested in pursuing, read job adverts to identify the skills you will need to be a competitive candidate. If you want more insight into roles in the industry, check out our courses to see if any of them are right for you!
4. Feel free to contact us at info@motorsportengineer.net if you have more questions or if you require further assistance.
Motorsport Engineer is dedicated to your success! We offer a 100% money-back guarantee for our courses as outlined in our refund policy.
If you are a professional in the motorsport industry and want to develop a course with us, please get in touch at info@motorsportengineer.net!
If you’re a student looking for a course on a specific topic, we would also love to hear from you.
