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Auto Repairs & Maintenance

Auto Repairs and Maintenance (Level 1)

Duration: One Year

Course Outline

Certification Body – Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) International Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair 

This course aims to develop participants with the requisite knowledge, work ethic, safety awareness and skill sets needed to efficiently work in the Automotive Industry as an apprentice or technician. Trainees will be able to complete routine repairs, while ensuring that the health and safety practices are observed and carried out. IMI Level 2 course is for individuals who have minimal knowledge of motor vehicle repairs and are keen on learning how to service and repair vehicles in hopes of becoming a Certified Mechanic.

Pre-requisite – Successfully completed level 1 or possess prior knowledge, skills, and competencies

Course Objectives

By the end of the course participants will be able to:

  1. Inspect motorized and mechanical equipment; diagnose problems and determine extent of necessary repairs; perform routine preventive maintenance.
  2. Replace or repair faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts and equipment.
  3. Diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical system components, ignition systems, alternators, starters, and batteries.
  4. Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required; maintain inventory of shop supplies.

IMI International Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Group A: Mandatory Units.

Group B: Mandatory Specialist Units 

Group C: 1 Optional Unit must be completed

Degree Plan

Group A: Mandatory Units

  • G0102 - Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment - 2
  • G3 - Support for Job Roles in the Automotive Environment - 3
  • G4 - Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment - 2

GROUP B: Mandatory Specialist Units

  • LV01 - Routine Light Vehicle Maintenance - 2
  • LV02 - Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Engine Units and Components - 2
  • LV02.1 - Light Vehicle Engine Mechanical, Lubrication and Cooling System Units and Components - 2
  • LV02.2 - Light Vehicle Fuel, Ignition, Air and Exhaust System Units and Components - 2
  • LV03 - Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Electrical Units and Components - 2
  • LV04 - Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Chassis Units and Components - 2
  • LV12 - Removing and Replacing Light Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Units and Components - 2

GROUP C: Optional Units

  • G8 - How to Identify and Agree Motor Vehicle Customer Service Needs - 3
  • LV0506 - Inspecting Light Vehicles Using Prescribed Methods - 2
  • LV11.1 - Overhauling Light Vehicle Engine Mechanical Units - 3
  • LV11.2 - Overhauling Light Vehicle Transmission Units - 3
  • LV11.3 - Overhauling Light Vehicle Steering and Suspension Units - 3
  • BP18 - Removing and Fitting Basic Light Vehicle Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Components and Non-Permanently Fixed Vehicle Body Panels - 2

Electives & Future Study Options

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TEXTBOOK:

  1. Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology, Book 15th Edition
  2. Power Train Electronics 5th Edition
  3. V.A.W Hillier, Peter Coombes and David R. Rogers

Assessment – Continuous assessment – theory and/or practical. (Generally done at the end of each module).