Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles IMIAL Diploma Level 3

For this course applicants should have already completed the NVQ 2 programme. All applicants will have an informal interview to determine suitability

On this course you will gain the knowledge skills in servicing, fault diagnosis, repair and overhaul of mechanical components. You will also be covering the competence in the workplace by building a portfolio of work based tasks. Areas of study include:

Health and Safety in the workplace. Your contribution to effective working relationships. All aspects of a motor vehicle engine and it′s transmission. Removing and replacing components - e.g. brake disc′s and pads, water pumps. Routing vehicle maintenance and servicing - e.g. brakes, steering, oil, suspension, gearbox, wheels & steering. Diagnose system faults - Electrical e.g. ECU′s. Enhancing vehicle system features - e.g. Engine tuning, chips, cams and exhausts . Inspecting vehicles - e.g. chassis, preparing for an MOT. Diagnose complex system faults - e.g. ECU′s, ABS, traction control, electronics, rectify complex system faults. Car chassis, the overhaul units - e.g. Alternators.

After successful completion of this course you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to perform effectively in the workplace. You could of course continue your study with us by selecting another course from the range on offer by the Automotive Centre here at Cornwall College Camborne. You may also like to undertake a management qualification at Level 4. After successfully completing the Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair and with sufficient industrial experience you may have the opportunity to progress onto a Foundation Degree, ATA (Automotive Technician Accreditation). For further information on Foundation Degrees available at Cornwall College please call Customer Services on 01209 616161.