IMI
Level 1
QN: 603/7612/0
Curriculum Active
IMI Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IMI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 525 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
IMI
Syllabus Units
24 Units
Guided Hours
525 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Adhesive Bonding and Mechanical Fastening
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know why adhesives and mechanical fastenings are used in vehicle construction and repair
- Know the processes involved in joining vehicle panels using adhesives and mechanical fastenings
- Be able to join panels using adhesives and mechanical fastenings
2
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
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
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
5
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
6
Interior Cosmetic Repair Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the range and limits of cosmetic interior trim repairs
- Know how to repair minor interior damage
- Be able to repair minor damage to vehicle interiors
7
Introduction to Metal Preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to remove coatings/substrates from vehicle panels
- Know how to prepare steel vehicle panels to accept body filler
- Be able to remove coatings from vehicle panels
- Be able to prepare steel vehicle panels to accept body filler
8
Minor Panel Damage Repairs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the hand tools which are used to repair minor panel damage
- Know techniques which are used to repair and reshape minor panel damage
- Know how to mix
- apply and shape body fillers
- Be able to repair minor panel damage
9
Paint Spraying and Masking Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know tools and equipment used for vehicle masking
- Know how to mask vehicles prior to paint application
- Know a range of spraying techniques
- Be able to mask vehicles and apply paint using different spraying techniques
10
Paintless Dent Removal Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the purpose of paintless dent removal techniques
- Know the tools and equipment which are used when carrying out paintless dent removal tasks
- Know the procedures involved in refitting vehicle panels
- Be able to remove a minor dent from a vehicle panel using paintless dent removal techniques
11
Panel Joint Sealing and Corrosion Protection
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the different types of panel joint seam sealers and corrosion materials
- Know the tools and equipment which are used to apply seam sealers and corrosion protection materials
- Know how to prevent damage to corrosion protection materials.4.
- Be able to apply seam sealers and corrosion protection materials to panel joints
12
Panel Removal and Refitting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know mechanical fastenings which are used to secure vehicle panels
- Know the procedures involved in removing vehicle panels
- Know the procedures involved in refitting vehicle panels
- Be able to remove and refit vehicle panels which are secured with mechanical fastenings
13
Primer Preparation and Application Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the reasons for preparing vehicle panels
- Know how to prepare unpainted and previously painted steel panels
- Know how to apply primers and sealers
- Be able to prepare steel panels and apply primers and sealers
14
Remove and Replace Interior and Exterior Trim
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know a range of vehicle interior and exterior trims
- Know the methods which are used to secure vehicle interior and exterior trims
- Know how to remove and refit vehicle interior and exterior trims
- Be able to remove and refit vehicle interior and exterior trims
- Be able to check the quality of the work
15
Removing and Applying Graphics and Lettering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the tools and equipment which are used to remove and apply graphics and lettering
- Know how to remove and apply graphics and lettering
- Be able to remove and apply graphics and lettering
16
Spray Gun Components and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different types of spray guns and how they work
- Know how to clean and maintain a spray gun after use
- Be able to clean and maintain a spray gun
17
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
18
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
19
Vehicle Damage Assessment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the repair procedures for accident damaged vehicles
- Know how to carry out an assessment of minor panel damage
- Be able to carry out a damage assessment of minor panel damage
20
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
21
Vehicle Exterior Valeting and Detailing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know valeting tools and equipment and how they are used correctly and safely
- Know the cleaning materials and how they are used correctly and safely
- Be able to carry out vehicle exterior valeting and detailing
- Be able to clean the work area and leave it in a safe condition
22
Vehicle Interior Valeting and Detailing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the valeting tools and equipment and how they are used correctly and safely
- Know the cleaning materials and how they are used correctly and safely
- Be able to carry out vehicle interior valeting and detailing
- Be able to clean the work area and leave it in a safe condition
23
Vehicle Paint Preparation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to clean previously painted panels, before, during and after the preparation process
- Know how to prepare a previously painted surface for the next stage of the repair process
- Be able to clean previously painted panels before, during and after the preparation process
- Be able to prepare a previously painted surface for the next stage of the repair process
24
Vehicle Welding Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the correct PPE relating to welding activities
- Know the main components of welding equipment
- Know the set-up procedures for welding equipment
- Know how to join panels using welding techniques
- Know how to test the quality of welds
- Be able to join panels using welding techniques
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7612/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IMI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2021
- Operational End
- Jul 2027