Institute of the Motor Industry Level 1 Award Motor Vehicle Service and Repair

Motor Vehicle Cove
Institute of the Motor Industry Level 1 Award
Motor Vehicle Service and Repair
(2010/2011)
Thames Gateway College Information:
This course runs at Thames Gateway College at CEME.
Duration :One Year. 18 hours per week. Full time.
Who the Course is For:
This course offers students the opportunity to develop the practical skills and knowledge essential for those who wish to commence employment in vehicle service centres. The course is specifically designed for those who aim to become vehicle service mechanics. This provides for easy progression to day release programmes when students secure employment in the industry, or directly onto the Institute of the Motor Industry Certificate in Motor Vehicle Level 2.
Assessment:
Assessment is in the form of on-line multiple-choice questions set externally by the Institute of the Motor Industry and in order to assess the students' ability to perform practical tasks to industry standards, simulated workshop activities of vehicle servicing are arranged.
Course Leads To:
A career in the vehicle service trade. Progression to the course of Institute of the Motor Industry - Certificate in Motor Vehicle Level 2, for vehicle service and repair technicians. Progression to the IMI Level 2 Apprenticeship.
Entry Requirements:
There are no formal entry qualifications although students are expected to be working towards GCSE standards. All students looking to secure a place on this course will be called for interview followed by successful completion of a Summer Taster Programme
Content:
The IMI Level 1 Award in Motor Vehicle Service and Repair is made up of a number of Units. Theory and Practice are taught to complement all Units.
LV1 - Working Safely and Effectively
LV2 - Foundation Skills
LV3 - Vehicle Construction and Routine Maintenance
LV4 - Operating Principles of Tyres, Brakes, Steering and Suspension Systems
LV5 - Operating Principles of Engines
LV6 - Operating Principles and Maintenance of Transmission Systems
LV7 - Operating Principles of Electrical and Electronic Systems