IMI
Level 1
QN: 603/7606/5
Curriculum Active
IMI Level 1 Certificate in Automotive Maintenance
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IMI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 382 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
IMI
Syllabus Units
15 Units
Guided Hours
382 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Braking System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know braking systems and components
- Know how braking systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to braking systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on braking systems
2
Compression Ignition Engine Fuel System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about CI engine fuel systems
- Know how CI engine fuel systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to CI engine fuel systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on CI engine fuel systems
3
Engine Cooling System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about engine cooling systems
- Know how engine cooling systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to engine cooling systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on engine liquid cooling systems
4
Engine Operation and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the common internal combustion engine systems and components
- Know how common internal combustion engines operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to engine mechanical components
- Be able to remove and refit an engine cylinder head
5
Exhaust System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know exhaust systems and components
- Know how exhaust systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to exhaust systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on exhaust systems
6
Health and Safety in the Workplace
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know health and safety requirements and information used in the workplace
- Know the safe manual handling techniques used in the workplace
- Know the local legislation procedures associated with working in the workplace
- Know about fire prevention and emergency procedures
- Be able to identify the main health and safety information, equipment and notices in the workplace
7
Lubrication System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about engine lubrication systems
- Know how engine lubrication systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to engine lubrications systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on engine lubrication systems
8
Spark Ignition Engine Fuel System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about SI engine fuel systems
- Know how SI engine fuel systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to SI engine fuel systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on SI engine fuel systems
9
Spark Ignition System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know spark ignition systems and components
- Know how spark ignition systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to spark ignition systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on spark ignition systems
10
Steering System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know steering systems and components
- Know how steering systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to steering systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on steering systems
11
Suspension System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know suspension systems and components
- Know how suspension systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to suspension systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on suspension systems
12
Tools, Equipment and Consumable Materials for Vehicle Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know a range of tools and equipment used in vehicle maintenance and repair
- Know a range of consumable materials used in vehicle maintenance and repair
- Be able to select, check and use tools and equipment for vehicle maintenance and repair
- Be able to select and use consumable materials for vehicle maintenance and repair
13
Vehicle Electrical Circuits and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know vehicle lighting circuits and components
- Know how vehicle lighting systems operate
- Know how to construct a simple vehicle lighting circuit
- Be able to construct a simple vehicle lighting circuit
14
Vehicle Transmission System Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about transmission systems
- Know how transmission systems operate
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance to transmission systems
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance to transmission systems
15
Wheel and Tyre Construction and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how wheels and tyres are constructed
- Know wheel and tyre terminology
- Know how to carry out routine maintenance and replacement of wheels and tyres
- Be able to carry out routine maintenance on wheel and tyre systems
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7606/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IMI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2021
- Operational End
- Jul 2027