IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies

This 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 / engineer in the following automotive maintenance and repair sectors: Light Vehicle, Heavy Vehicle, alongside the development of wider transferable skills for use across the whole retail motor industry.


Academic Year: 2023/24

Course Code: 10221

Campus: Downpatrick, Lisburn, Newtownards

Study Type: Part-Time

Education Level Higher Education

Sessions

The following sessions are open for application on this course:

Campus & Course Type Start
Part-Time
Downpatrick
11/09/2023
Day: Wednesday
Part-Time
Downpatrick
18/09/2023
Time: 09:00-21:00
Part-Time
Lisburn
28/08/2023
Day: Tues, Thur
Time: 18:00-21:00
Part-Time
Lisburn
04/09/2023

Course Structure

Modules:

  • Advanced Internal Combustion Technology
  • Advanced Light Vehicle Driveline and Chassis Technology
  • Advanced Vehicle Body Electrics
  • Knowledge of providing technical support and advice
  • Knowledge in Conducting Diagnostic Consultations

Contact Hours

Directed Study:

7 hours contact time per week to include practical classes, lectures, workshops or tutorials.

Personal Study:

A further 4 hours per week, on average, studying and preparing assessments in your own time per week, including use of online materials.

This is a 2-Year Programme and course fees are payable in each year.

Entry Requirements

UCAS: 

  • Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair  

Access Diploma:

  • Access Diploma in Foundation Studies with an overall average of 50%+

English Language Requirements for International students:

  • Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2
  • IELTS 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)
  • PTE 51 Or an approved equivalent test in English

Equivalent qualifications include:

  • Grade C (or above) in GCSE English
  • Successfully completion of a Level 3 Vocational Programme with assessments completed in English Language
  • Essential Skills in Literacy (Level 2)
  • ESOL Level 2 

Tier 4 Students:

  • SERC will only accept a Secure English Language Test (SELT) for issuing a Certificate of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)

Admissions

APEL

  • Provide evidence of ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the accreditation of prior experiential learning.  Further details on APEL can be found in the Admissions Section of our website

How will I be assessed and given feedback?
Students are assessed using a range of different methods. These include examinations, coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies.  This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study.  Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.

Where will it take me?
This qualification is for learners who have a keen interest in advanced automotive maintenance and are looking to progress into employment within this industry. It will provide them with the opportunity to develop their knowledge at the level suiting their ability at entry.

How will it make me more employable?
On successful completion of this qualification, candidates will have attained a Level 4 Certificate in Automotive Advanced Diagnostic studies. This will enable you to apply for jobs as a Light/Heavy Vehicle Master Technician, or simply improve your skills if you run your own business.

Additional Costs
There are no additional costs associated with this programme

Accreditation
IMI Awards
Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Available Sessions Summary

The following sessions are open for application on this course:

Campus & Course Type Start
Part-Time
Downpatrick
11/09/2023
Day: Wednesday
Part-Time
Downpatrick
18/09/2023
Time: 09:00-21:00
Part-Time
Lisburn
28/08/2023
Day: Tues, Thur
Time: 18:00-21:00
Part-Time
Lisburn
04/09/2023

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Higher Education

Higher Education

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Available Sessions

Business Services Course

Funding may be available for this course, please contact us on BusinessServices@serc.ac.uk to discuss if you are eligible. Additional sessions may be available for this course throughout the year. Please contact us to discuss a start date that would be suitable for you.

The following sessions are available to apply for:

Course Type Title Campus Start Spaces Fee
PT
HE
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies (Year 1)
Y10221DE1A
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Downpatrick
11/09/2023
Day: Wednesday

18

£1700.00

PT
HE
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
Y10221DD1A
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Downpatrick
18/09/2023
Time: 09:00-21:00

20+

£2130.00

PT
HE
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies (Year 1)
Y10221LE1B
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Lisburn
28/08/2023
Day: Tues, Thur
Time: 18:00-21:00

20+

PT
HE
IMI Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies
Y10221LD1F
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Lisburn
04/09/2023

20+

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