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Level 1
IMI L1 Diploma in Automotive Maintenance
COURSE OVERVIEW
In our exceptional workshop facilities, you’ll get practical and theoretical training in the basics of Motor Vehicle Engineering. Every learner at Crawley College who is under 19 will undertake a personal Study Programme designed to develop them academically, practically and personally. Study Programmes contain 3 essential elements:
- Subject Course – Vocational or chosen Academic subject, usually studied for 12 – 16 hours a week.
- English and Maths – Every learner will work towards GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths or Functional Skills. Learners who have already achieved a Grade 4 or C will extend their English and Maths through in-class activities.
- ACES – Our own brand of pastoral support.
You will have specific time in your timetable for each of the three elements above and you will be expected to attend all elements throughout the year. Study programmes are designed to help you meet your maximum potential and progress to the next level of study or into work.
FURTHER INFORMATION
There are no formal entry requirements for the qualification, and you are not expected to have any prior knowledge or experience. However, you may be assessed to ensure that the level of the qualification is appropriate. Selection for entry will take into account your existing academic/vocational qualifications, experience, interest in working in the automotive sector and study towards English and Maths We highly recommended you attend our taster days or virtual Open events.
Candidates who achieve this award can progress to either the IMIAL Level 2 Certificate in Component Fitting or the IMIAL Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles.
The pathway is dependent on individual GCSE English & maths results achieved by the end of the Level 1 Diploma.
Also an Apprenticeship may be an option (dependent upon full time employment within the light vehicle service and repair industry).
Assessment of practical ability is carried out in the college workshops during the course.
Assessment of technical knowledge is carried out via on-line examination.
There is a compulsory fee for the course of £40.
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This covers the cost of materials and consumables required for the course.
You are required to provide your own safety footwear and overalls; these are mandatory for use in the workshops and are not part of the course cost.
Students 16-18 year olds will not have to pay tuition fees, awarding body registration or exam fees. Please note: You may be entitled to a Bursary payment to help with costs such as travel to College, trips and equipment, a food allowance and childcare. To qualify you must be resident in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria which will include evidence of your financial circumstances.
Students aged 19 and over will have to pay tuition fees, awarding body registration or exam fees. Please note: You may be entitled to a Bursary payment to help with costs such as travel to College, trips and equipment and childcare. To qualify you must be resident in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria which will include evidence of your financial circumstances.
For further information please contact the Admissions Team by emailing admissions@crawley.ac.uk or by calling 01293 442200 – press option 2 for Admissions.