Level 4 IMI Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
Mode of study | 2 lessons per week |
Duration | 36 Weeks |
Campus | London Road Campus |
Start date | 3 October 2023 Please note that day of week is just an indication at this stage and could be subject to change |
Tuition Fee | £1,750 |
Course code | PLR4MTV001 (2324) |
Runs on | Tuesday 18:00-21:00 Thursday 18:00-21:00 |
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Who is it for?
This is a Level 4 vocational qualification which provides individuals with advanced levels of specialist technical knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to work as an advanced technician in the following automotive maintenance and repair sectors: Light Vehicle, Heavy Vehicle, Lift Truck or Transport Refrigeration, alongside the development of wider transferable skills for use across the whole retail motor industry.
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Entry Requirements
Learners taking this qualification are likely to be 19 years of age or over and have previously completed an automotive Advanced Apprenticeship or full level 3 qualification in an appropriate subject specialism relating to this qualification.
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What does the course involve?
The qualification has been designed to be practical, engaging and motivating to support learners in gaining the advanced knowledge and skills required by light, heavy vehicle, lift truck and transport refrigeration maintenance employers.
Topics covered are:
• Advanced Internal Combustion Engine Technology
• Advanced Vehicle Body Electrics
• Knowledge of Alternative Fuel Vehicles
• Knowledge in Conducting Diagnostic Consultations with Customers in Automotive Environments
• Advanced Light Vehicle Driveline and Chassis Technology -
How is the course assessed?
Written Assignment and Practical Assessment
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Additional Notes
This course runs over 2 evenings a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays).
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What do I do next?
Once candidates have achieved this qualification they can progress to higher education in automotive and engineering subjects (including a Higher Apprenticeship) or to a job role in light vehicle, heavy vehicle, lift truck or transport maintenance sector, as advanced technicians/engineers.

Luke Pemberton
Level 4 IMI Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
It is interesting to learn all of the advanced diagnostics for the vehicles and it helps give a broader mindset on what we are actually doing and gives you that next step going into the motor trade. The extra knowledge, such as using the syliscopes and looking at waveforms and wave diagrams, not to mention the qualification, is going to help me stand out from other job candidates.

Leanne Arnold
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Repair
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy
I was on the part-time six week car maintenance course and enjoyed it so much that I decided to gain my Level 2 diploma. I think the course covers everything perfectly and I really like doing the electrics modules.

Cameron Richardson
Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Service and Repair
Previous school: Abraham Darby School
I chose to come to SCG because they have the best motor vehicle facilities. All of my family are in the vehicle industry and my interest grew from there. It is an amazing course and I have learnt so much. It is hard work, but once you start putting the effort in, it gets easier.
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