Level 1 & 2 Mechanics
“Learn the fundamentals of modern vehicle maintenance and prepare for progression into apprenticeships, work or further study.”
IMI Level 1 Award in Transport Maintenance QAN: 603/7605/3 | IMI Level 1 Certificate in Transport Maintenance QAN: 603/7606/5 | IMI Level 1 Diploma in Transport Maintenance QAN: 603/7607/7
Title: IMI Level 2 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance QAN Number: 603/3089/2.
Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance
Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance course provides students with the basic technical skills and knowledge required for today’s motor vehicle repair industry. It is designed to build essential understanding for service technicians working with light vehicles (cars and vans) across garages, dealerships, and maintenance depots. The Mechanics Automotive Maintenance course involves three separate qualifications which offer a progression within the qualification.
Content
During the course, you will study vehicle construction and routine maintenance, as well as the operating principles of engines, tyres, brakes, steering, and suspension systems. You will also learn about the operating principles and maintenance of transmission and electrical or electronic systems, and gain an understanding of health and safety practices in the workplace.
Assessment
Students will be assessed internally throughout the course. Assessment will include practical tasks carried out in a motor vehicle workshop and written assignments, along with IMI Awards-set online multiple-choice testing.
Level 2 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance
The Level 2 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance provides learners with the knowledge, understanding, and practical skills required to progress within the automotive maintenance and repair industry. This qualification builds upon the skills developed at Level 1 and supports progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further study.
Content
The Level 2 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance provides learners with the knowledge, understanding, and practical skills required to progress within the automotive maintenance and repair industry. This qualification builds upon the skills developed at Level 1 and supports progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further study.
This vocational qualification introduces learners to more advanced aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair. It provides a hands-on understanding of how key automotive systems operate and how to maintain them safely and effectively. Topics covered include: Braking systems, Vehicle and exhaust systems, Vehicle ignition systems, springs, batteries, and braking systems, Vehicle fuel systems, Vehicle liquid and air cooling systems and Vehicle steering systems
Assessment
Assessment for this course is internally set and marked, combining a range of practical workshop tasks, written assignments, and synoptic assessments to demonstrate understanding and competence across multiple areas of study.
Who Is This Course Suitable For? This qualification is ideal for learners who have a strong interest in automotive maintenance and repair and wish to develop their skills further. It is particularly suitable for those aiming to gain employment in the motor industry or to progress to a higher level of study.
Progression opportunities
Upon successful completion, learners can progress to further education in automotive or engineering fields, apprenticeships within the motor industry, or employment in entry-level vehicle maintenance or related roles.
Explore some of the career paths that studying mechanics can open up below.
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