IMI
Level 2
QN: 600/9496/5
Curriculum Active
IMI Level 2 Subsidiary Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Technology (VRQ)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IMI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1033 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
IMI
Syllabus Units
26 Units
Guided Hours
1033 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Health and Safety Practices in Vehicle Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know health and safety requirements and information in motor vehicle workshops
- Be able to use appropriate health and safety practices and equipment
- Be able to use safe manual handling procedures
- Be able to use COSHH procedures
- Know about fire prevention and emergency procedures
2
Information, Communication and Technology for Vehicle Repair 2
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to use a word processing and spreadsheet applications
- be able to use a spreadsheet application
- be able to use a presentation application
- be able to use a database application
3
Knowledge of Applying Fillers and Foundation Materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify body surfaces requiring the application of foundation materials in vehicle refinishing
- Understand how to identify, mix and apply fillers and foundation materials in vehicle refinishing
4
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
5
Knowledge of how to Identify and Agree Motor Vehicle Customer Service Needs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand legislative and organisational requirements and procedures
- understand how to communicate and care for customers
- understand company products and services
6
Knowledge of Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how to select
- use and care for hand tools and measuring devices in the automotive environment
- understand how to prepare and use common workshop equipment
- understand how to select materials when fabricating, modifying and repairing vehicles and fitting components
- understand how to apply automotive engineering, fabrication and fitting principles when modifying and repairing vehicles and components
7
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
8
Knowledge of Removing and Fitting Non Permanently Fixed Motor Vehicle Body Panels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to carry out removal and fitting of non-permanently fixed motor vehicle body panels
9
Knowledge of Repairing Minor Paint Defects
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify the body surface requiring the rectification of minor paint defects
- Understand how to repair minor paint defects
10
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
11
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.
12
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
13
Skills in Applying Fillers and Foundation Materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out preparation and application of foundation materials to vehicles
- Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- Be able to carry out preparation and application of foundation materials to vehicles
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
14
Skills 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
15
Skills in Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to select
- maintain and use and hand tools and measuring devices in the automotive environment
- be able to prepare and use common workshop equipment
- be able to select materials when fabricating, modifying and repairing vehicles and fitting components
- be able to apply automotive engineering, fabrication and fitting principles when modifying and repairing vehicles and components
16
Skills 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 use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- 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
17
Skills in Removing and Fitting Non Permanently Fixed Motor Vehicle Body Panels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out removal and fitting of non-permanently fixed vehicle panels
- Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- Be able to carry out removal and fitting of non-permanently fixed vehicle panels
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
18
Skills in Repairing Minor Paint Defects
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out the rectification of minor paint defects
- Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- Be able to carry out the rectification of minor paint defects
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
19
Skills 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
20
Skills 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
21
Skills 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 use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- 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
22
Skills to Identify and Agree Motor Vehicle Customer Service Needs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to obtain relevant information from the customer
- be able to provide relevant information to the customer
- be able to agree work undertaken with the customer
- be able to ensure recording systems are implemented correctly
23
Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Principles 2
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand electronic principles
- understand charging and starting systems
- understand electronic ignition principles
- understand vehicle lighting systems
24
Vehicle Mathematics 2
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand numbers, simple powers and roots
- be able to solve simple equations
- understand right-angled triangles angles
- be able to interpret graphical and statistical data
25
Vehicle Refinishing Tools and Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely appropriate to the task
- Know the tools and equipment required for vehicle refinishing procedures
- Be able to use, set up and maintain compressed air equipment
- Know common materials used for vehicle construction and the refinishing process
- Be able to select appropriate refinishing materials according to recommendations
26
Vehicle Science 2
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to solve problems involving moments, machines and stress
- understand problems involving heat
- be able to solve problems involving linear motion
- understand problems involving work and power
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/9496/5
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IMI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2013
- Operational End
- Dec 2026