ApprenticeshipsNI: IMI L3 - Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance
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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Personal tutor
Yes
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Examinations- physical attendance required
Yes
Along with developing transferable skills required to work within a number of job roles within the retail motor industry, this qualification is designed to equip students with the high level specialist technical knowledge and skills to be able to work on modern light vehicles. The qualification is assessed using a range of methods appropriate for this level of technical qualification including practical skills assessments, written assignments and online tests.
Important information
Government funding available
About this course
This qualification is primarily a Technical Level Qualification developed for schools and colleges to deliver to learners aged in the 16-19 age group either on a full or part-time basis and is aimed at learners with a keen interest in the light vehicle maintenance and repair industry.
School leavers and young people in the 16 to 24 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.
Reviews
Subjects
- Communication
- Maths
- Vehicle Repair
- Electrical
- Systems
- Technology
- Repair Maintenance
- IT
- Working with Others
- Fault Diagnostics
Teachers and trainers (1)
Andy Semple
Technical Trainer - Light Vehicle
Course programme
General Aspects:
Introduction to the programme
Introduction to the Online learning
Health, Safety
Good Housekeeping
Family Like Care
Organisational requirements , Working relationship
General Aspects:
Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices
Vehicle Overview
Vehicle Servicing Overview
Chassis Technology:
Wheels & Tyres
Steering geometry
Steering Systems
Chassis Technology:
Suspension Systems
Braking Systems
Introduction to ABS
Electrical and Electronic Technology:
Electrical and electronic principles
Batteries & Charging
Electrical and Electronic Technology:
Engine starting
Lighting and auxiliary systems
Testing of electrical and electronic components
Engine Technology:
Engine Types & configuration
Engine components & layout
Engine Technology:
Engine Lubrication and Cooling
Engine technology:
Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust Systems and Components
Transmission Technology:
Manual gearboxes
Clutch
Driveline
Inspecting Light Vehicles:
Pre and post work vehicle inspections and record findings
using prescribed methods
Engine Technology:
Engine Lubrication and Cooling
Engine technology:
Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust Systems and Components
Transmission Technology:
Manual gearboxes
Clutch
Driveline
Inspecting Light Vehicles:
Pre and post work vehicle inspections and record findings
using prescribed methods
Advanced Electrical and Electronic Technology
Advanced lighting technology
Electric windows, sunroof, mirror systems and components
Screen heating systems and components
Wiper and washer systems
Locking system
Advanced Electrical and Electronic Technology
I.C.E. systems and components
Supplementary Restraint and Airbag systems
Comfort Control Systems
Security/warning systems and components
Identify relevant legislation
Review of allaspects of learning and catch up and completion of summative assessments
Level 2 Award in Electrically Propelled Vehicle Hazard Management (EP2)
F-GAS
Review of allaspects of learning and catch up and completion of summative assessments
ApprenticeshipsNI: IMI L3 - Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance