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Motor Vehicle Level 3

Course code: P12000

Subject area: Motor Vehicle

Study level: School Leaver

Course level: 3

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Monday to Friday

Course date:

8th Sept 2025 - 3rd Jul 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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The IMI Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles Course can help you in your progression to a career in the Motor Vehicle Industry. The course incorporates a range of assessment, including exams, practical observations, and written assignments. This gives learners an insight into the expectations within the Motor Industry and the standards and professionalism expected.
The course is an expansion from the Level 2 Vehicle Systems Maintenance and learners will expand the practical, technical, and academic skills previously obtained. This course continues to focus on the diagnosis of automotive and the technical skills that are valued by employers in the workplace. Learners will also develop their knowledge and skills when working on Chassis and Suspension Systems, Vehicle Electrical Components and Health and Safety throughout the workplace.
Course units
Units that are covered are:

Knowledge of Health, Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment Knowledge of Support for Job Roles in the Automotive Environment Knowledge of Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Vehicle Auxiliary Electrical Faults Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Engine Faults Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Chassis System Faults Knowledge of Diagnosis and Rectification of Light Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Faults Knowledge of Inspecting Light Vehicles Using Prescribed Methods

What next?
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to apply for an Apprenticeship or you can seek Motor Vehicle Technician level employment.
Entry criteria
Successful completion of a Level 2 motor vehicle qualification and Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or above.
Fee information
In addition to the main course fees there is an additional cost of £340 for tool kits/work wear clothing (Costs are approximate and given for guidance only).

There are bursaries available to help you with other course cost, call 01235 216 298 for more information.

The 19+ full fee button displays the full fee that may apply, the rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. Also see the Course Fees & Finance page by searching Fees and bursaries link at the top of the screen.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 555 585 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Course fees

16-18 Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

19+ Fee:

Tuition Fee: £5,884.80

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £5,884.80

19+ Reduced Fee:

Tuition Fee: £0.00

Exam Fee: £0.00

Total Cost: £0.00

Qualifications received
IMI Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair.
Learning & method assessment
A variety of assessment methods are used including observations of practical workshop tasks, practical task write ups which detail how the task was performed, written theory knowledge papers and online exams. These will challenge your understanding of the content and concepts of automotive engineering.
User skills
As well as the technical and practical skills you will gain a range of transferable skills including written and oral communication, team working, self-management, time management, leadership, self-confidence and self-directed learning.
You will gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours that you need to gain employment or to progress you onto your next level of study.

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