ApprenticeshipsNI: IMI L3 - Heavy Vehicle Mainteance & Repair
Vocational qualification
Blended
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification Level 3
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Methodology
Blended
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Duration
3 Years
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Examinations- physical attendance required
Yes
A Heavy Vehicle (HV) technician services, inspects and repairs HVs, categorised by the Department of Transport as category N2 or N3, and associated trailers, with the associated ancillaries. They work in either a dealership that focusses on a particular manufacturer, or for an independent garage, franchise or large fleet operator that deals with many different makes of vehicles. They work on all the systems found within the vehicle. The nature of the work ranges from replacing simple parts through to solving complex faults with the use of diagnostic methods and equipment. The day-today tasks faced by the technician are constantly changing, driven by the introduction of ever more complex technologies and diagnostic techniques. Today’s technician has to demonstrate expertise in the technical side of their role. They must have strong problem-solving skills and a good grasp of the theoretical and practical aspects of vehicles systems and associated ancillaries. They must be able to work independently but also operate as an effective team member, understanding how their workshop and the dealership/garage/branch functions from a commercial perspective, have good customer handling skills and identify ways in which they can work more efficiently. The growing complexity of today’s vehicles and the pressure to deliver a high-quality customer experience requires the retail automotive sector to attract and train high calibre individuals.
Important information
Government funding available
About this course
This qualification is primarily a Technical Level Qualification developed for colleges to deliver to learners in the 16-24 age group and is aimed at learners with a keen interest in heavy vehicles and how they work.
School leavers and young people in the 16 to 25 age group who are eligible for the ApprenticeshipsNI programme.
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/apprenticeships-explained
Good GCSE grades, especially in Maths, English & ICT.
TTS will be in touch with you to invite you to an aptitude test and information session.
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Subjects
- Problem Solving
- Quality
- Electrical
- Perspective
- Systems
- Quality Training
- On-Air
- Diagnostics
- Fault finding
- Vehicle Maintenance
Teachers and trainers (1)
Michael Hutchinson
Technical Trainer - Heavy Vehicle Repair & Maintenance
Course programme
The fundamentals of HV technologies e.g. HV chassis design, engine, fuels, transmissions, electrical (12/24v), air-conditioning, hydraulic and air braking, air suspension systems etc. The types and associated characteristics of HV and their configurations and applications. Diagnosing principles and logical problem solving techniques related to HV. Sufficient H&S knowledge and environmental awareness to carry out the work safely. Operators “O” Licence requirements relating to HVs. How to service, inspect and maintain vehicles and trailers to the expected standards and the importance of safety inspection and maintenance schedules to meet Operator’s (O) licence and legal obligations. Customer expectations and implications of work carried out. The need to be reliable, flexible, diligent and good timekeeper. How the business works from an operational perspective and demonstrate commercial and financial awareness in the HV industry. Complex problem solving techniques. The requirements of providing roadside assistance.
The competency to achieve the following skills in the workplace:
Carry out the basic tasks with tools and equipment common to all procedures involving basic mechanical and electrical procedures related to HV. The ability to keep updated with emerging new technologies within the HV industry. Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and efficient workshop and adhere to the company and legislative processes. Access specific and related HV technical information appropriately. The ability to service, inspect and maintain HVs and trailers to meet company, Driver and vehicle standards agency (DVSA) and manufacturers’ standards. Use a range of diagnostic and electrical measuring equipment to identify faults and underlying causes on HV’s. Successfully inspect and prepare vehicles and trailers to meet DVSA standards prescribed in the tester’s manual. Carry out final quality checks before handover to the customer without supervision. Apply advanced diagnostic principles and logical/problem solving techniques and regimes. Maintain records to company and operators’ licence obligations and regulation. To be able to communicate effectively in both oral and written mediums both internally and with customers on a range of topics that will support, HV inspection and diagnosing techniques.
ApprenticeshipsNI: IMI L3 - Heavy Vehicle Mainteance & Repair