IMI Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Principles Level 2

General information

This qualification is nationally recognised and at level two and three, can enable a candidate to gain employment within the retail motor industry.

Course content

This is a full-time programme of study over one year that has been designed to cover a broad range of practical motor vehicle servicing skills. FLT awards are intended to provide some or all of the knowledge and understanding required for the related VCQ. It will enhance employability and reduce the burden of assessment for future employers when the trainee begins an Apprenticeship programme. Students will study two days a week in a practical environment and one day theory-based study.

Unit areas include:

• Routine Light Vehicle Maintenance
• Remove & Replace Engine Units & Components
• Remove & Replace Electrical Units & Components
• Inspecting Light Vehicles

Teaching and assessment

A combination of continuous assessment, short answer test papers and the completion of an awarding body candidate portfolio. Computer based On-line testing. Examinations are done on-line with IMI . If required, additional learning support, which is delivered in the motor vehicle environment, is also provided on an individual or group basis to encourage students to gain full benefit from their studies. This course provides the opportunity for successful candidates to progress to other full-time, or part-time study in motor vehicle subjects. Our realistic workshop environment provides all the necessary practical training for this course. The teaching strategies delivered suit a wide range of learning styles. This includes: Information learning technology (ILT); classroom based delivery; practical tasks; simulated I.L.T. and workshop tasks.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs A*-D or full Level 1 Diploma or equivalent with Functional Skills in English, maths and IT at least at Entry 3

Progression

Vehicle Servicing & Repair VRQ Level 3