IMI Car Operation & Maintenance

IMI Car Operation & Maintenance

Being able to do your own car service and repair is satisfying - and can save you a lot of money. Car maintenance and repair can be within your abilities with our Car Operation and Maintenance course. In this industry-recognised course you'll learn how to repair a car and keep it running smoothly. You might even get a start to becoming a car mechanic yourself.

Our Car Operation and Maintenance course is endorsed by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), so you know you will be learning the same car maintenance and repair tips and techniques used by professional car mechanics.

You will find out how your car engine works and look at the structure of your car. This car maintenance course will explain about the lubrication, cooling and ignition systems, and teach you about suspension, exhaust, steering and transmission.

As well as learning how to repair these systems you will also gain skills in preventative car maintenance and find out what you need to do to keep your car in roadworthy condition. The braking system is another important component of the car maintenance checklist.

Learning car maintenance and repair through the Car Operation and Maintenance course will help you keep your car on the road and your hand out of your wallet, and because it is recognised by the IMI, it could also lead towards a career as a car mechanic.

Entry Requirements

You don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol in our Car Operation and Maintenance course. That's because we believe in making home study - and a rewarding future - as accessible as possible.

Where will I go from here?

While the knowledge you gain from your Car Operation and Maintenance course will pay off in reduced maintenance costs for your car, you could also use your industry-recognised qualification to take the next step towards a lucrative career as a mechanic.

What will I gain?

On completion, you'll receive the IMI Awards Car Operation and Maintenance Quality Assured Award.

Awarding Body

IMI Awards Limited is the leading awarding body for the retail motor industry. It offers an unrivalled range of motor industry qualifications that demonstrate skills and competence, the foundation of a successful career.

Assessment

Assessments are a great way of checking your progress. During your Car Operation and Maintenance course, you'll complete 13 multiple-choice assessments.

Generally, assessments can be sent to us online via the ICS Student Community: it's the fastest way to receive your results.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in your chosen field.

As a Car Operation and Maintenance student, you'll receive 15% off the cost of the Haynes Manual, the main text for this course.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Study Period

6 months

Hours of study

60 hours

(That's equivalent to about 2 ½ hours of study a week over the six-month support period)

Support period

6 months

Course code

W03

Course cost

£459.00

Additional fees

There is an IMI registration fee that is additional to your course fee:

  • IMI registration fee: £20, payable within 4 weeks of enrolment.
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Key Topics

Health and Safety and Car Road Worthiness

  • Examine all aspects of health and safety, including protective clothing and the safe use of tools and equipment. Examine the basic roadworthiness maintenance checks.

Engine Operation and Maintenance

  • Examine the components of the engine and consider the engine's servicing requirements.

Lubrication, Cooling and Fuel Systems

  • Examine the components of the lubrication system as well as the components of both single point and multipoint fuel injection systems. Study the operation of the pressure cap, the thermostat and the cooling fan. Learn how to maintain lubrication, cooling and fuel systems.

Ignition Systems

  • Explore both distributorless and direct ignition systems. Learn how to maintain ignition systems.

Exhaust Systems

  • Explore the exhaust system and the emission system, as well as their servicing requirements. Examine the different exhaust gases and their effects.

Transmission Systems

  • Explore clutch operation, gearbox operation, final drive operation, differential operation and drive shaft/half-shaft operation. Learn how to perform routine transmission system maintenance.

Steering Systems

  • Examine the components and maintenance requirements of the steering system. Study the operation of the steering rack and the collapsible steering column.

Braking Systems

  • Study the different parts of the braking system and the braking system's maintenance requirements.

Suspension Systems

  • Examine the components of suspensions systems, and consider the operation of both independent and non-independent suspension systems. Learn the maintenance requirements for suspension systems.

You can either pay for your Car Operation and Maintenance course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £459 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.

 

There is an IMI registration fee that is additional to your course fee:

  • IMI registration fee: £20, payable within 4 weeks of enrolment.