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Key details

Course area
Motor Vehicle
Student types
16 - 18 coursesCourses for 19+ students
Course type
Full-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 3
Start date
Tuesday 1st September 2026
Location
Highfields Jesse Boot Avenue, Nottingham, NG7 2RU
Course code
Parent course code:C056247 Child course code: Q056248
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Course introduction

This course is perfect if  you have a desire to work in the Automotive Industry, have completed a level 2 in Automotive and are ready to progress to your next level of study.

The course will teach you how to:

  • Diagnose and rectify light vehicle engine and component faults
  • Diagnose and rectify light vehicle chassis system faults
  • Remove and replace chassis units and components
  • Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components
  • Contribute to workplace housekeeping
  • Make sure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety

You will also study for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Vehicle Air Conditioning (YFGAS) and Electric/Hybrid Vehicles (EV) qualifications.

You can expect to put everything you’ve learned into practice in our workshops at Highfields, where you’ll be working alongside experienced technicians from a wide range of manufacturers. Each day you’ll be given a set of maintenance tasks and diagnostics to complete.

Course information

1 year

IMI Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

You will need  relevant Level 2 in Automotive and have GCSE grade 9-4 in both English, maths and, ideally, grade 3s in science and technology-based GCSEs. Consideration will be given to 19+ students who hold a Level 2 Functional skills in English and maths, as well as Level 2 Automotive qualification.

You will be assessed by completing written assessments, observed carrying out practical assessments and sitting IMI Online exams for each unit.

You could progress to an Apprenticeship or into employment as a fully qualified technician.

Careers related to this course

Vehicle Technicians, Mechanics and Electricians

Potential Earnings

£48,270.57

Average Earnings

£32,184.99

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Pathways

Transportation Maintenance

People in these occupations maintain and service transport vehicles and specialised vehicle systems.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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