IMI
Level 3
QN: 601/3429/X
Curriculum Active
IMI Level 3 Diploma in Classic Vehicle Restoration Competence
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by IMI. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1969 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
IMI
Syllabus Units
48 Units
Guided Hours
1969 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Competence In Evaluating Vehicle Body Misalignment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out identification and evaluation of vehicle body misalignment
- Be able to use information relevant to the task of identifying and evaluating vehicle body misalignment
- Be able to use appropriate tools, equipment and safe procedures to identify and evaluate vehicle body misalignment
- Be able to identify and determine the extent of vehicle body misalignment and its effect on the vehicle structure
2
Competence In Health, Safety And Good Housekeeping In The Vehicle Repair Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use correct personal and vehicle protection within the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to carry out effective housekeeping practices in the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to recognise and deal with dangers in order to work safely within the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to conduct themselves responsibly
3
Competence in Overhauling and Reconditioning Vehicle Engines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when overhauling vehicle engines
- 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 overhauling of vehicle engine units
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
4
Competence In Removing And Replacing Vehicle Structural Body Panels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out removal and replacement of vehicle structural body panels
- Be able to use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- Be able to safely carry out the removal and fitting of structural body panels and sections
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
5
Competence In Removing, Refurbishing And Fitting Trim Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to remove, inspect and fit vehicle trim components and units
- Be able to use the range of tools, equipment, materials and procedures used for refurbishing damaged and worn trim components
6
Competence In The Techniques For Fibre Reinforced Plastic Repairs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify and assess the extent of damage and defects on reinforced plastic panels and components
- Be able to select and use appropriate tools and equipment for carrying out repairs to reinforced plastic panels and components
- Be able to select the materials necessary for carrying out repairs to reinforced plastic panels and components
- Be able to carry out repairs to reinforced plastic panels and components
7
Competence In The Techniques Of Constructing Vehicle Body Panels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify situations where vehicle body panel manufacture may be required
- Identify the range and properties of materials required for vehicle body panel manufacture
- Use various methods of obtaining panel shapes and dimensions
- Select and use the range of tools and equipment necessary for the manufacture of vehicle body panels
- Use safe procedures to cut and form sheet metal into the required panel shapes and dimensions
- Use various methods of joining panels
- Use various methods of protecting fabricated panels from future corrosion
8
Competence In The Advanced Thermal Joining And Filling Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select appropriate thermal joining and filling processes to safely carry out repairs on steel and aluminium body panels and components
- Be able to use advanced oxy-acetylene welding processes safely when carrying out repairs on steel and aluminium body panels and components
- Be able to use advanced M.A.G.S. or T.A.G.S. welding processes safely when carrying out repairs on steel and aluminium body panels and components
- Be able to use advanced resistance welding processes safely when carrying out repairs on body panels and components
- Be able to use advanced non-fusion joining and thermal filling processes safely when carrying out repairs on body panels and components
- Be able to perform quality checks after welding and thermal filling procedures
9
Competence In The Diagnostics, Repair And Reinstatement Of Vehicle Hydraulic And Pneumatic Systems And Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out removal, repair, diagnostic and rectification activities.
- Be able to select and use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- Be able to carry out removal, repair, diagnostic and rectification activities
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
10
Competence In The Evaluation And Repairing Of Major Body Defects
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out the evaluation and repairs to major defects on vehicle body panels
- Be able to select and use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to select and use appropriate tools and equipment for the repair of major body defects
- Be able to carry out major repairs to major body defects
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
11
Competence In The Manufacture And Refurbishment Of Wood Panels And Trim
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out the processes and procedures for the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Be able to select and prepare timber for the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Be able to select and use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to select and use appropriate tools and equipment for the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Be able to join and shape timber during the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Be able to finish wood panels or trim to the required specification
- Be able to assess the quality of the finished manufactured or refurbished wood panel or trim
- Be able to correctly record information on the work carried out
12
Competence In The Removal And Replacement Of Vehicle Glazing Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to assess the installation work and know the types of problems that can occur when attempting to remove a glass in a condition that will allow re-installation and how to minimise the risk from these problems
- Be able to identify vehicles that have doors of modular construction and frameless doors
- Be able to check that replacement automotive glass is fit for use
- Be able to correctly remove existing glass (intact) and other components and materials using the most appropriate method
- Be able to correctly store removed components and materials
- Be able to clear all debris and surplus materials and dispose of them correctly
- Be able to assess the aperture and identify and carry out the necessary action to prepare it correctly
- Be able to assess the removed automotive glass and evaluate if it is suitable for re-installation
- Be able to correctly fit opening automotive glass and make any adjustments required to ensure correct operation
- Be able to correctly fit fixed automotive glass
- Be able to replace removed components and materials and ensure correct function
- Be able to correctly record information on the work carried out
13
Competence In The Removal, Replacement And Testing Of Vehicle Engine Fuel, Air, Exhaust & Ignition Systems.
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when working on the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to use relevant information to carry out the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment to carry out the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to carry out the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
14
Competence In The Removal, Replacement And Testing Of Vehicle Engine Mechanical, Lubrication And Cooling Systems And Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when working on the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to use relevant information to carry out the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment to carry out the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to carry out the removal, replacement and testing of vehicle engine systems and components.
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
15
Competence In The Techniques Of Corrosion Rectification And Prevention
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the various types of corrosion on vehicle bodies
- Undertake various methods of corrosion rectification using the range of materials, tools and equipment available
- Use various methods of corrosion prevention
16
Competence In The Techniques Of Enhanced Vehicle Finishing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify situations where enhancements to standard vehicle finishes may be required
- Use available procedures to produce enhanced vehicle finishes
- Use techniques that ensure careful attention to detail during enhanced vehicle finishing
17
Competence in the Techniques Used to Identify Faults and Assess Component Condition in Vehicle Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when identifying faults and assessing component condition in vehicle systems
- Be able to select and use relevant information to carry out the task
- Be able to select and use appropriate tools and equipment for identifying faults and assessing component condition in vehicle systems
- Be able to identify faults and assess component condition in vehicle systems
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
18
Competency In Advanced Paint And Refinishing Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out advanced refinishing procedures
- Be able to use information relevant to advanced refinishing procedures
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment for advanced refinishing procedures
- Be able to undertake advanced refinishing procedures
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
19
Competency In Dismantling, Measuring And Recording Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to record progress at every key stage of a vehicle restoration project
- Be able to dismantle vehicles and components safely
- Be able to measure vehicle components for condition, wear and alignment
- Be able to compile detailed reports for customers and others
20
Competency In Identifying And Agreeing Customer Expectations And Needs In The Vehicle Repair Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work effectively within the organisational structure of the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to obtain and use information in order to support their job role within the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to support and communicate effectively with customers and others within the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to develop and maintain good working relationships in the vehicle restoration environment
21
Competency In The Evaluation And Rectification Of Major Paint Defects
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when carrying out the identification and rectification of major paint defects
- Be able to use information relevant to the identification and rectification of major paint defects
- Be able to identify and state the causes of major paint defects
- Be able to select appropriate tools, equipment and materials for the rectification of major paint defects
- Be able to use appropriate methods to rectify major paint defects
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
22
Competency In The Techniques Used In Applying Topcoats To Match Original Paint Specifications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify the vehicle substrate and the appropriate refinishing procedures to be undertaken
- Be able to work safely when carrying out the preparation and application of topcoat materials to vehicle substrates
- Be able to use information relevant to the preparation and application of topcoat materials
- Be able to use appropriate tools and equipment
- Be able to carry out preparation and application of topcoat materials in vehicle refinishing
- Be able to record information and make suitable recommendations
23
Competency In Tools And Equipment Used In The Vehicle Repair Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select
- maintain and use hand tools and equipment in the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to prepare and use common power tools and workshop equipment in the vehicle restoration environment
- Be able to apply automotive engineering, fabrication and fitting principles when using tools and equipment for modifying and restoring vehicles and components
24
Knowledge Of Advanced Paint And Refinishing Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the relevance of colour theory and principles to vehicle painting
- Understand about the range of vehicle paint coatings and their components
- Understand about mixing, matching and applying vehicle paint colours
- Understand the paint application techniques necessary to achieve acceptable colour matching
25
Knowledge Of Advanced Thermal Joining And Filling Principles And Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of selection and use of the various thermal joining and filling processes available when carrying out repairs on steel and aluminium body panels and components
- Understand the procedures involved in using advanced oxy-acetylene welding processes safely when carrying out repairs on steel and aluminium body panels and components
- Understand the procedures involved in using advanced M.A.G.S. and T.A.G.S. welding processes safely when carrying out repairs on steel and aluminium body panels and components
- Understand the procedures involved in using advanced resistance welding processes safely when carrying out repairs on body panels and components
- Understand the procedures involved in using advanced non-fusion joining and thermal filling processes safely when carrying out repairs on body panels and components
26
Knowledge Of Dismantling, Measuring And Recording Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to record progress at every key stage of a vehicle restoration project
- Understand how to dismantle vehicles and components safely
- Understand how to measure vehicle components for condition, wear and alignment
- Understand how to compile detailed reports for customers and others
27
Knowledge Of Evaluating Vehicle Body Misalignment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of identifying and evaluating the extent of vehicle body misalignment
- Understand the tools, equipment and methods used to identify and assess the extent of vehicle body misalignment
28
Knowledge Of Health, Safety And Good Housekeeping In The Vehicle Repair Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the correct personal and vehicle protective equipment to be used within the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand effective housekeeping practices in the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand key health and safety requirements relevant to the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand the hazards and potential risks relevant to the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand personal responsibilities
29
Knowledge Of Identifying And Agreeing Customer Expectations And Needs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key organisational structures, functions and roles within the vehicle restoration environment and use this understanding to liaise with and advise customers
- Understand the importance of obtaining, interpreting and using customer and vehicle information in order to support the work required
- Understand the importance of different types of communication with customers and others within the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand communication requirements when carrying out vehicle repairs in the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand how to develop good working relationships with customers and colleagues in the vehicle restoration workplace
30
Knowledge Of Materials Used In Vehicle Construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the types and properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in the manufacture of vehicles and their components
- Understand the types and properties of non-metallic materials used in the manufacture of vehicles and their components
- Understand the factors affecting the selection and use of the range of materials used for manufacturing vehicles and their components
31
Knowledge of Overhauling and Reconditioning Vehicle Engines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how vehicle engine units operate
- Understand how to overhaul vehicle engine units
32
Knowledge Of Removal And Replacement Of Vehicle Glazing Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the different types of automotive glass and what their features are
- Know the difference between fully, partially and non-encapsulated glass
- Know the difference between modular construction doors and frameless doors
- Know the importance of removing automotive glass intact on classic/historic vehicles
- Know how to locate and follow manufacturers’ instructions and organisation guidelines on the removal and replacement of vehicle glazing materials
- Know the minimum amount of time required after installation before the vehicle can be driven, the reasons this is important and how to ensure a customer is aware of the safe drive time
- Know the types of problem that can occur in the replacement of opening automotive glass with doors of a modular construction and frameless doors and how these problems can be overcome
33
Knowledge Of Removing And Replacing Vehicle Structural Body Panels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the types and properties of materials used in the manufacturing of vehicle structural body panels
- Understand how to carry out removal of structural vehicle body panels
- Understand how to carry out the refitting or replacement of structural vehicle body panels
34
Knowledge Of Removing, Refurbishing And Fitting Trim Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to remove, inspect and fit vehicle trim components and units
- Understand the range of tools, equipment, materials and procedures used for refurbishing trim components
35
Knowledge Of The Evaluation And Rectification Of Major Paint Defects
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify paint surfaces and the major paint defects that can occur on them
- Understand how to determine the causes of major paint defects
- Understand how to rectify major paint defects
- Understand the methods of preventing major paint defects from occurring
36
Knowledge Of The Evaluation And Repairing Of Major Body Defects
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles and methods used to identify and evaluate the extent of major damage to vehicle body
- work and components
- Understand the principles of selection and use of tools and equipment used to facilitate major repairs to vehicle body panels and components
- Understand the types and properties of materials used for vehicle construction and major repairs
- Understand how to carry out major repairs to metal body panels
37
Knowledge Of The History And Heritage Of Classic Vehicles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the historic timelines relating to the different motoring eras
- Understand the key technological innovations that helped to advance the development of the motor car
- Understand that there were key figures responsible for major motor car developments
- Understand the descriptive names used to identify the common vehicle body styles and driveline/chassis layouts
- Understand the Heritage of Classic Vehicles
38
Knowledge Of The Manufacture And Refurbishment Of Wood Panels And Trim
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the structure and limits of timber
- Understand how to prepare timber for the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Understand how to prepare for the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Understand how to join and shape timber in the manufacture and refurbishment of wood panels and trim
- Understand how to finish wood panels and trim
39
Knowledge Of The Operation Of Vehicle Engine Fuel, Air, Exhaust & Ignition Systems And Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand spark ignition engine fuel system construction and operation.
- Understand compression ignition engine fuel system construction and operation.
- Understand spark ignition system construction and operation.
- Understand engine air and exhaust system construction and operation.
- Understand how to remove, replace and test vehicle engine fuel, air, exhaust and ignition system units and components
40
Knowledge Of The Operation Of Vehicle Engine Mechanical, Lubrication And Cooling Systems And Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand engine mechanical system construction and operation.
- Understand engine lubrication system construction and operation.
- Understand engine cooling, heating and ventilation system construction and operation.
- Understand how to remove, replace and test vehicle engine mechanical, lubrication and cooling system units and components
41
Knowledge Of The Principles And Techniques For Fibre Reinforced Plastic Repairs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify and assess the extent of damage and defects on reinforced plastic panels and components
- Understand the principles of selection and use of appropriate tools and equipment for carrying out repairs to reinforced plastic panels and components
- Understand the types and properties of materials used when carrying out repairs to reinforced plastic panels and components
- Understand how to carry out repairs to reinforced plastic panels and components
42
Knowledge Of The Principles And Techniques Of Constructing Vehicle Body Panels
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the situations where vehicle body panel manufacture may be required
- Understand the range and properties of materials required for vehicle body panel manufacture
- Understand the methods of obtaining panel shapes and dimensions
- Understand the range and selection of tools and equipment necessary for the manufacture of vehicle body panels, Understands the procedures used to safely cut and form sheet metal into the required panel shapes and dimensions, Understands the various methods of joining panels, Understands the methods of protecting fabricated panels from future corrosion
43
Knowledge Of The Principles And Techniques Of Corrosion Rectification And Prevention
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the various types of corrosion
- Understand the damaging effects of corrosion on vehicle body
- Understand the areas of vehicle bodies normally affected by corrosion
- Understand the various methods of corrosion rectification
- Understand the range of materials, tools and equipment available for corrosion rectification
- Understand the various methods of corrosion prevention
44
Knowledge Of The Principles And Techniques Of Enhanced Vehicle Finishing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the situations where enhancements to standard vehicle finishes may be required
- Understand the procedures available to produce enhanced vehicle finishes
- Understand the importance of attention to detail during enhanced vehicle finishing
45
Knowledge of the Principles and Techniques Used to Identify Faults and Assess Component Condition in Vehicle Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to diagnose faults in vehicle system
- Understand how to assess vehicle systems and components for condition
- Understand how to identify faults and assess component condition in engine mechanical systems
- Understand how to identify faults and assess component condition in fuel and ignition systems
- Understand how to identify faults and assess component condition in vehicle driveline systems
- Understand how to identify faults and assess component condition in vehicle chassis systems
- Understand how to identify faults and assess component condition in vehicle electrical systems
46
Knowledge Of The Techniques Used In Applying Topcoats To Match Original Paint Specifications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to identify body surfaces requiring the application of topcoat materials
- Understand how to prepare vehicle panels and existing paint finishes for the application of topcoat materials
- Understand how to identify
- select, mix and apply topcoat materials used in vehicle painting
47
Knowledge Of Tools And Equipment Used In The Vehicle Restoration Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to select
- use and care for hand tools used in the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand how to prepare and use common power tools and workshop equipment in the vehicle restoration environment
- Understand how to apply automotive engineering, fabrication and fitting principles when restoring and modifying vehicles and fabricating components
- Know machine operating procedures and the extent of their capabilities
48
Knowledge Of Vehicle Hydraulic And Pneumatic Systems And Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the construction, function and operation of hydraulic circuits and their components used in vehicle applications.
- Understand the construction, function and operation of pneumatic circuits and their components used in vehicle applications.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/3429/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- IMI
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2014
- Operational End
- Dec 2026