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Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (IMI) Diploma

Edinburgh College

Venues

Midlothian Campus, Sighthill Campus

Content

This Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ) provides the essential knowledge and skills for learners wishing to gain a comprehensive understanding of automotive diagnostic principles. This level of programme will focus on the diagnostic repair principles and will rely on applicants already having a good knowledge of routine maintenance and repair principles.

The SCQF 7 programme involves studying both the theory and practical aspects, including:

Diagnosis and rectification of light vehicle engine faults; Diagnosis and rectification of light vehicle chassis faults; Diagnosis and rectification of light vehicle transmission and driveline faults; Diagnosis and rectification of light vehicle auxiliary electrical fault; Knowledge of carrying out non-high voltage operations on, near or with an electric vehicle.

You will also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage environment.

Entry Requirements

Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (IMI) Diploma at SCQF Level 5

Progression Routes

Employment or a Modern Apprenticeship.

Start Date

August

Qualification

Other

Award

at SCQF Level 7

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Automotive Engineering

SCQF Level

7

Career Area

Garage Services

Career Sectors

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Vehicle Related Services

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