Course Overview
Learn vital health and safety rules concerning car maintenance, as well as roadworthiness requirements. Gain a full understanding of the main components of your car, as well as the various systems, such as the lubrication system, the ignition system and the cooling system. Learn to preventative maintenance and gain the skills to identify and repair problems if they develop. Examine the issue of emissions and study how they can be reduced.
Pre-requisites
No previous experience required.
Qualification
IMI Car Operation & Maintenance Certificate
Support and benefits
- Gain a Quality Assurance Award endorsed by the Institute of the Motor Industry
- 15% discount on Haynes manual
- Flexible term times
- Access to a dedicated ICS tutor to mentor and motivate you throughout
- Access to the ICS online Student Community, allowing you to interact with other students and browse our resource library
Course Code: W03
Key topics
- Health & Safety
- Engine Operation and Maintenance
- Fuel System
- Cooling System
- Exhaust System
- Transmission System
- Steering System
- Brake System
- Suspension System
Hours of study
6 months / 60 hours
Technical requirements
You must register with IMI. ICS will register you on your behalf, but you should note that IMI registration fees are additional to course fees.
You’ll complete a number of assessments and forward these to your tutor via email or post.