Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Diploma (Direct Entry) Level 2
The course covers the whole range of motor vehicle engineering skills from routine maintenance to repair techniques. It is based on the Technical Certificate requirement of a Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 3 GCSE subjects including grade 4 in English and Maths; or completion of the Vehicle Fitting Principles IMIAL Diploma Level 2.
What will I study?
Units include:
- Health and Safety Practices in Vehicle Maintenance
- Job Roles in the Automotive Industry
- Spark Ignition Engine Systems, Components and Operation
- Routine Vehicle Maintenance Processes and Procedures
- Introduction to Low Carbon Technologies in the Automotive Industry
- Vehicle Electrical Foundation Skills
- Removing and Replacing Engine Units and Components
- Removing and Replacing Chassis Units and Components
Additional costs
You will require the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and a toolbox.
Method of delivery
You will spend time in the workshop undertaking practical activities and in the classroom studying theory work.
How will I be assessed?
The assessment is made up of two components which are set by the IMI:
- Practical tasks e.g. remove and replace engine components
- Online testing of theory knowledge
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
Many of the students take up employment in the automotive industry and/or follow a motor vehicle apprenticeship.
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