Motor Vehicle - Service and Repair Level 1

This qualification is designed to engage and motivate those who are interested in learning about the maintenance of motor vehicles and the various roles that are available in the retail motor industry.

The qualification has a practical approach to assessment and includes many visual questioning techniques which will stimulate and interest the learner. The learning outcomes are assessed by a variety of task based assessment, observation, oral questioning and online assessments. During the course the students are given the opportunity to work on real life customers cars once they've proven themselves.

You will be encouraged to take responsibility for your own learning, because this helps you to develop the skills to be mature and independent at work. You will be expected to be keen and interested enough to work hard without being continually monitored. You will also be expected to become more self-reliant and better organised as the course progresses.

At the start of each unit the lecturer will explain to you about the unit - what teaching and learning you will experience and how you will be assessed.

In order to pass the IMIAL Level 1 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification, candidates must demonstrate its learning outcomes by following 3 assessment components:
- IMI Awards Practical Assessments (or centre devised alternatives)
- IMI Award Online External Testing
- IMI Awards Phase Tests (or centre devised alternatives)

A minimum of 60% of each unit’s learning outcomes must be achieved by the candidate completing practical activities in a workshop-based environment.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess the learning outcomes not covered by the practical assessments. The assessment methods selected for each unit should be appropriate to its aims, level of work and the learning outcomes to be achieved. These qualifications support the delivery of ‘theory’, but all opportunities should be taken to support this with practical instruction and/or demonstration.

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End Qualification:

IMI Awards Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Level 1

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

3 GCSE's grade E or above or entry qualifications at entry level 3. You will be required to successfully pass an interview showing enthusiasm and commitment towards this course. Individual cases outside of this criteria will be considered on their own merits.

Assessment:

Different assessment methods include:
- written tests, involving short and long answer structured questions
- open-ended and long answer questions
- reports, reviews and case studies
- practical exercises, involving oral and written reports
- reflective logs
- practical assignments (assessed for process, as well as product)
- end of unit multiple-choice question papers
- workplace evidence
- professional discussion (structured and recorded)

Progression from this course:

The next available and logical step will be to apply for either Motor Vehicle - Service and Repair Level 2, Motor vehicle Body and Paint Operations Level 2 or an apprenticeship in motor vehicle.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW, Isle Campus - PE13 2JE

Duration:

1 Year

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the general college application form

Course Costs:

All students on full-time courses will need to pay a materials / resources fee. Details will be provided before enrolment. If you are under 19 on 31st August in the year you begin your programme, you will not have to pay tuition or registration fees for your course. For students aged 19 or over, there will be a tuition fee (depends on the course) for each year of the course as well as a registration fee (which includes exam fees). However, many students will be eligible for reduced fees and / or financial support towards the costs. Click here for detailed information. Please contact Student Services if you have further queries.

Protective clothing and materials to be used on the course. Costs may vary.

Additional Information:

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be eligible to apply to the college's learner support fund for financial support with the costs associated with your studies. For more details, please click here or contact student services on 01553 815271 (King's Lynn campus) or 01945 582561 (Isle campus) or 01223 860701 (Cambridge campus)