Motor Vehicle

Automotive Vehicle Systems Maintenance Entry Level 3 This is a course designed for school leavers who want to work in the Motor Vehicle Industry and develop a range of skills that may take them on to further education or employment. Please speak to a member of the Motor Vehicle team for more information.

IMI Level 1 Award in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair This level 1 qualification covers the basic technical needs for today's motor vehicle repair industry. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots. It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:

• Light vehicle construction and routine maintenance
• Operating principles of light vehicle engines, tyres, brakes, steering and suspension systems
• Operating principles an maintenance of light vehicle transmission systems and electrical and electronic systems.

Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.

IMI Level 2 Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair This level 2 qualification covers the technical needs for today's motor vehicle repair industry including the diagnosis of non-complex system faults. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots. It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:

• Carrying out routine vehicle maintenance
• Removing and replacing: engine units and components, Electrical auxiliary units and components, Chassis units and components.

Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.

IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair This level 3 qualification covers the technical needs for today's motor vehicle repair industry including the diagnosis of complex system faults. It provides essential knowledge for service technicians working on light vehicles (cars and vans) in all types of garages, dealerships and maintenance depots. It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of the following:

• Advanced Chassis Technology
• Advanced Engine Technology
• Advanced Transmission Technology
• Advanced Electrical and Electronic Technology

Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.