IMI
Entry Level
QN: 603/7592/9
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IMI Entry Level 3 Certificate Introduction to Automotive Maintenance and Repair
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IMI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 515 hours.
Qualification Level
Entry Level
Awarding Body
IMI
Syllabus Units
22 Units
Guided Hours
515 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Introduction to Applying Aerosol Primers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about primers
- Know how to use aerosol primers
- Be able to apply aerosol primers
2
Introduction to Body Fitting (MET)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the process of removing and refitting a vehicle interior door card/trim
- Be able to remove and refit vehicle interior door card/trim
3
Introduction to Braking System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about braking systems
- Be able to carry out simple braking system maintenance
4
Introduction to Common Tools and Equipment for Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to select the correct PPE when using hand tools
- Know a range of common workshop tools and equipment
- Be able to use hand tools and equipment
5
Introduction to Compression Ignition Fuel System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about compression ignition fuel systems
- Be able to carry out compression ignition fuel system maintenance
6
Introduction to Engine Components and Operation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about four stroke internal combustion engines
- Be able to remove and refit four stroke engine components
7
Introduction to Engine Cooling System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about engine cooling systems
- Be able to carry out engine cooling system maintenance
8
Introduction to Exhaust System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about exhaust systems
- Be able to carry out exhaust system maintenance
9
Introduction to Health and Safety in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know personal protective equipment to be selected for specific automotive related tasks
- Know the meaning of common automotive workshop safety signs
- Know workshop emergency evacuation procedures
- Know unsafe workshop practices
- Be able to demonstrate safe working practices
10
Introduction to Joining Motor Vehicle Materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to join steel and plastic vehicle components using fasteners
- Be able to join two pieces of steel using blind/‘pop’ rivets
- Be able to join two pieces of steel using self-tapping screws
- Be able to join materials using resistance spot welding
- Be able to join two pieces of plastic using adhesive
11
Introduction to Lubrication System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about engine lubrication systems
- Be able to carry out engine lubrication system maintenance
12
Introduction to Masking Materials and Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about using masking tape and paper
- Know the causes of masking faults
- Be able to use masking tapes and paper
13
Introduction to Minor Dent Removal
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to remove a minor dent in a steel panel
- Be able to able to remove a minor dent from a steel panel
14
Introduction to Mixing, Applying and Shaping Body Filler
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about body filling tools, equipment and consumables
- Know how to prepare and apply body filler
- Know how to shape body filler
- Be able to use body filler
15
Introduction to Preparing and Applying Aerosol Top Coats
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about abrasives and guide coats for successful preparation
- Know how to clean surfaces before applying top coats
- Know how to apply aerosol top coats
- Be able to prepare a panel and apply aerosol direct gloss top coats
16
Introduction to Spark Ignition Fuel System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about spark ignition fuel systems
- Be able to carry out spark ignition fuel system maintenance
17
Introduction to Spark Ignition System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about spark ignition systems
- Be able to carry out spark ignition system maintenance
18
Introduction to Steering System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about steering systems
- Be able to carry out simple steering system maintenance
19
Introduction to Suspension System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about suspension systems
- Be able to carry out simple suspension system maintenance
20
Introduction to Transmission System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about transmission systems
- Be able to carry out simple transmission system maintenance checks
21
Introduction to Vehicle Lighting System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about vehicle lighting systems
- Be able to carry out simple vehicle lighting system maintenance
22
Introduction to Wheel and Tyre Construction and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the basic construction of wheels
- Know the basic construction and maintenance of tyres
- Be able to carry out simple wheel and tyre maintenance
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7592/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IMI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2021
- Operational End
- Jul 2027