City & Guilds
    Level 3
    QN: 500/9988/7
    Curriculum Active

    City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Accident Repair Paint Competence

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 915 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    City & Guilds
    Syllabus Units
    16 Units
    Guided Hours
    915 hrs
    Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.

    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Competency in Applying Topcoats and Completing Refinishing Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work safely when carrying out preparation and application of topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
    • Be able to carry out preparation and application of topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
    • Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
    • Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
    • Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
    2

    Competency in Establishing Paint Defects

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work safely when carrying out the identification and rectification of paint defects
    • Be able to carry out the identification and rectification of paint defects
    • Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
    • Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
    • Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
    3

    Competency in Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • be able to use correct personal and vehicle protection within the automotive environment
    • be able to carry out effective housekeeping practices in the automotive environment
    • be able to recognise and deal with dangers in order to work safely within the automotive workplace
    • be able to conduct themselves responsibly
    4

    Competency in Preparing Metal and Pre-Painted Surfaces

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work safely when carrying out the preparation of metal and pre-painted surfaces
    • Be able to carry out the preparation of metal and pre-painted surfaces to accept foundation materials and paint topcoats
    • Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
    • Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
    • Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
    5

    Competency in Supporting Job Roles in the Automotive Work Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • be able to work effectively within the organisational structure of the automotive work environment
    • be able to obtain and use information in order to support their job role within the automotive work environment
    • be able to communicate with and support colleagues and customers effectively within the automotive work environment
    • be able to develop and keep good working relationships in the automotive work environment
    6

    Competency in Tools and Equipment Used in Vehicle Refinishing

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to select
    • use and care for hand and power tools used in vehicle refinishing
    • Be able to prepare and use vehicle refinishing equipment
    7

    Competency in Vehicle Colour Matching

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work safely when carrying out vehicle mixing and matching
    • Be able to carry out vehicle mixing and matching activities
    • Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
    • Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
    • Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
    8

    Competency in Working with Plastic Materials and Components

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work safely when carrying out preparation and application of foundation materials to plastics used in vehicle refinishing
    • Be able to carry out preparation and application of foundation materials to plastics used in vehicle refinishing
    • Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
    • Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
    • Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
    9

    Knowledge of Applying Topcoats and Completing Refinishing Operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to prepare panels and refinishing systems for the application of topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
    • Understand how to identify, mix and apply topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
    10

    Knowledge of Establishing Paint Defects

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to identify and explain paint defects
    • Understand how to repair paint defects
    11

    Knowledge of Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • understand the correct personal and vehicle protective equipment to be used within the automotive environment
    • understand effective housekeeping practices in the automotive environment
    • understand key health and safety requirements relevant to the automotive environment
    • understand about hazards and potential risks relevant to the automotive environment
    • understand personal responsibilities
    12

    Knowledge of Preparing Metal and Pre-Painted Surfaces

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to identify body surfaces requiring the application of foundation/paint topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
    • Understand how to prepare new and repaired panels for the application of foundation/paint topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
    13

    Knowledge of Support for Job Roles in the Automotive Work Environment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • understand key organisational structures, functions and roles within the automotive work environment
    • understand the importance of obtaining, interpreting and using information in order to support their job role within the automotive work environment
    • understand the importance of different types of communication within the automotive work environment
    • understand communication requirements when carrying out vehicle repairs in the automotive work environment
    • understand how to develop good working relationships with colleagues and customers in the automotive workplace
    14

    Knowledge of Tools and Equipment Used In Vehicle Refinishings

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to select
    • use and care for hand and power tools used in vehicle refinishing
    • Understand how to prepare
    • use and care for vehicle refinishing equipment.
    15

    Knowledge of Vehicle Colour Matching

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand about colour theory
    • Understand about vehicle paint coatings, ingredients and their application
    • Understand about mixing and matching vehicle paint colours
    16

    Knowledge of Working with Plastic Materials and Components

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to identify plastic body surfaces requiring the application of foundation materials in vehicle refinishing
    • Understand how to prepare plastic body surfaces prior to application of foundation materials
    • Understand how to mix and apply foundation materials onto plastics in vehicle refinishing

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    500/9988/7
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    City & Guilds
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jul 2010