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Course Summary

This Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma builds on the Level 2 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma and equips you with the knowledge of diagnostic procedures for modern vehicles.

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The Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma is delivered theory and practical workshops, covering health, safety and good housekeeping, job roles within the automotive industry, materials and fabrication and vehicle system operation diagnostics in the following subjects:

  • Light vehicle Engines
  • Light vehicle chassis systems
  • Light vehicle transmission and driveline systems
  • Light vehicle auxiliary electrical systems
  • Light vehicle engine overhauls

Delivery of the qualification is supplemented by visits to major industry manufacturers, museums and shows, this helps broaden your perspective of progression opportunities following successful completion of the course.

In addition to your main course you will also study:

  • Award in Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Technology

Delivery of the qualification is supplemented by visits to museums and shows, this helps broaden your perspective of progression opportunities following successful completion of the course.

The course is a great mix of both theory and practical, allowing you time in our workshops and classrooms to experience the world of Engineering. You will also develop your skills for employment, looking at different careers and engineering employers.

In addition to your course, you may also need to study either Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths, dependent on your GCSE grades.

The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma are completion of a Level 2 Motor Vehicle course (or equivalent) and GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English.
The Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma will take you one year to complete. You will attend College for a minimum of three days a week.

This course is free if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.

If you are aged 19+, this course will cost £5421.

Fee remission may be available depending on your personal circumstances. For further information, please contact the Registry Department on 01205 365701 or email fees@boston.ac.uk, or visit our Financial Support & Funding page.

Please note that all fees are subject to change.

Successful completion of each unit is achieved by online exams and practical competency assessments.
Successful completion of the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair IMI Diploma allows you to apply for an automotive apprenticeship or continue your studies at university.

Additional costs include purchasing corporate work wear, which includes polo shirts, overalls and safety footwear. You will also be expected to own a personal toolkit to support your studies.

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