Full time IMI Awards Fast Fit Technician Level 2

IMI Awards Fast Fit Technician Level 2Duration
One Year full time.

Attendance
You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm.

Course Description
This is a level 2 qualification that includes the full range of routine vehicle fitting procedures. It provides essential knowledge for vehicle fitters working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and fast fit businesses.

It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of light vehicles in some of the following:

• Inspecting, repairing and replacing: high performance light vehicle tyres.
• Carrying out light vehicle front wheel alignment
• Inspecting and replacing light vehicle: clutches, exhaust components, suspension dampers, vehicle batteries and braking systems
• Assessing and securing a roadside situation
• Identifying and agreeing customer vehicle needs
• Students also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.

Course Structure
Candidates must achieve all 3 mandatory units and 4 optional units to achieve the Level 2 Certificate.

Mandatory Units

• Unit Ref. Unit Title Test No.
• G1 Contribute to Workplace Good Housekeeping N/A
• G2 Ensure Your Own Actions Reduce Risks to Health and Safety N/A
• G3 Maintain Positive Working Relationships

Optional Units

• Unit Ref. Unit Title Test No.
• VF02 Inspect, Repair and Replace High Performance Light Vehicle Tyres
• VF04 Inspect, Repair and Replace Motorcycle Tyres
• VF07 Carry Out Light Vehicle Front Wheel Alignment
• VF08 Inspect and Replace Light Vehicle Clutches
• VF09 Inspect and Replace Light Vehicle Exhaust Components
• VF10 Inspect, Test and Replace Vehicle Batteries and Related Components
• VF11 Inspect and Replace Light Vehicle Suspension Dampers
• VF12 Inspect, Adjust and Replace Light Vehicle Braking Systems and Components
• RA03 Assess and Secure the Roadside Situation
• MR10G Identify and Agree Customer Vehicle Needs

Course Assessment
The student†s knowledge is assessed by set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, â€-on-line†multiple-choice testing and theory assessments set by the college.

The course requires you to develop your key skills (communication, Application of Number or ICT) one of which will be examined during the course.

Course Entry Requirements

• Level 1 motor vehicle qualification.
• All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an individual interview
• Favourable comments in Progress File or College Report.
• Show a good level of mechanical aptitude

Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. However, you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, uniforms, trips and personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your interview.

A £50 charge for course materials is applied to all full time engineering courses

Course Enrichment
Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will be provided at the time of interview.

Course Progression
On to a level 3 Fast Fit programme, or to a Vehicle Technician course

Course Career Prospects

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  To work for franchised dealerships, independent fast fit centres and national fast fit chains
  
• If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.