Motor Vehicle Accident Repair Level 1

Start Date

Level: 1

Course Course: P00033

Area: Automotive

Campus: Olive Grove Campus

About this Course

This Level 1 qualification covers the basic technical needs for today’s motor vehicle body and paint industry.

Key Units

Health & Safety in the Work Place
Locating, Interpreting and Using Technical Information
Applying Engineering Techniques in an Automotive Environment
Corrosion Protection
Introduction to Low Carbon Techniques in the Automotive Industry
Vehicle Materials and Joining Methods
Preparation to Become a Vehicle Driver
Introduction to Mobile Automotive Repair Trades
Health & Safety in an Accident Repair Environment
Tools, Equipment and Materials for Accident Repair
Remove and Replace Interior and Exterior Trim
Electrical Foundation Skills
Spray Guns and Their Components
Spray Techniques
Cleaning and Maintaining a Spray Gun
Panel Removal and Refitting
Reshaping Minor Panel Damage
Application of Body Filler
Resistance Spot Welding
Introduction to MAG Welding
Paintless Dent Removal Techniques
Adhesive Bonding and Mechanical Fastening

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs grades A* - E / grade 2 or above (or acceptable alternatives), to include English Language.

Assessment

Practical Assessment
Exams

Where does this Lead

Throughout the course there will be opportunities to undertake work experience and progression on to an Apprenticeship programme.

Following success in this course you can apply to join a Level 2 Vehicle (Body & Paint) course.

Future Opportunities

Career opportunities include working in Accident Repair establishments as a Body Repair Technician or as a Vehicle Refinisher.

Tell Me More

Will this course suit me?
You should have willingness and a desire to study on a motor vehicle course, be able to take in technical information and demonstrate practical ability in a workshop setting.

Personal Study Time
You are expected to study independently in your own time, building up your knowledge of motor vehicle body and paint technology.

Qualifications

City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Accident Repair - Paint Refinishing
City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Accident Repair - Body Repair
City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Accident Repair - MET (Mechanical/Electrical and Trim)

Extra Costs

Boots and overalls
Books

1) Light Vehicle Body Repair and Refinishing - Andrews

2) Principles and Practice of Vehicle Body Repair - Fairbrother

Students in financial hardship can apply to the Learner Support Fund to help towards these costs.

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