IMI Awards Fast Fit Technician Level 2

Duration

One Year full time

Attendance

You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Thursday between 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm.

Course Description

This is a level 2 qualification that includes the full range of routine vehicle fitting procedures. It provides essential knowledge for vehicle fitters working on a wide range of vehicles in all types of garages, dealerships and fast fit businesses.

It is a learning programme which involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of light vehicles in some of the following:

Inspecting, repairing and replacing: high performance light vehicle tyres.
Carrying out light vehicle front wheel alignment
Inspecting and replacing light vehicle: clutches, exhaust components, suspension dampers, vehicle batteries and braking systems
Assessing and securing a roadside situation
Identifying and agreeing customer vehicle needs

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

Course Structure

Candidates must achieve all 3 mandatory units and 4 optional units to achieve the Level 2 Certificate.

Mandatory Units

Unit Ref. Unit Title
G1 Contribute to Workplace Good Housekeeping
G2 Ensure Your Own Actions Reduce Risks to Health and Safety
G3 Maintain Positive Working Relationships

Optional Units

Unit Ref. Unit Title Test No.
VF02 Inspect, Repair and Replace High Performance Light Vehicle Tyres
VF04 Inspect, Repair and Replace Motorcycle Tyres
VF07 Carry Out Light Vehicle Front Wheel Alignment
VF08 Inspect and Replace Light Vehicle Clutches
VF09 Inspect and Replace Light Vehicle Exhaust Components
VF10 Inspect, Test and Replace Vehicle Batteries and Related Components
VF11 Inspect and Replace Light Vehicle Suspension Dampers
VF12 Inspect, Adjust and Replace Light Vehicle Braking Systems and Components
RA03 Assess and Secure the Roadside Situation
MR10G Identify and Agree Customer Vehicle Needs

Course Assessment

The student’s knowledge is assessed by set practical assessments in a motor vehicle workshop environment, ‘on-line’ multiple-choice testing and theory assessments set by the college.

The course requires you to develop your key skills (communication, Application of Number or ICT) one of which will be examined during the course.

Course Entry Requirements

Level 1 motor vehicle qualification.
All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an individual interview
Favourable comments in Progress File or College Report.
Show a good level of mechanical aptitude

Course Costs

There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. .

A £50 charge for course materials is applied to all full time engineering courses

Course Enrichment

Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will be provided at the time of interview.