Electric Vehicle Level 4 - Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric / Hybrid Vehicles and Components

Course Structure

The qualification content reflects advanced industry practices and includes the following key areas:

  • Advanced electric and hybrid vehicle system architecture
  • High-voltage battery systems and battery management systems
  • Electric motors, inverters and power electronics
  • Advanced diagnostic strategies and fault finding techniques
  • Testing procedures for high-voltage components
  • Repair and replacement of EV/Hybrid components
  • Safe isolation, testing and recommissioning procedures
  • Use of specialist diagnostic tools and equipment
  • Completion of a written assignment demonstrating understanding of advanced EV/Hybrid systems and diagnostic procedures

Eligibility

This qualification is suitable for:

  • Experienced automotive technicians
  • Technicians already working with electric or hybrid vehicles
  • Individuals who have previously completed a Level 3 Electric/Hybrid Vehicle qualification or equivalent knowledge

Candidates are expected to have strong automotive diagnostic experience and prior knowledge of electric or hybrid vehicle systems before undertaking this qualification.

Course Details

  • CPD Credit Value 32
  • Course Format Physical
  • Course Duration 4 days
  • Provided By S & B Automotive Academy

What do I receive?

IMI Electric / Hybrid Vehicle Level 4 Qualification

The Level 4 Award in Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric / Hybrid Vehicles and Components has been designed to provide experienced automotive technicians with the advanced knowledge and practical skills required to diagnose, test and repair high-voltage systems in electric and hybrid vehicles.

This qualification focuses on developing a deeper understanding of electric vehicle technology, enabling technicians to safely and effectively work on complex vehicle systems including high-voltage batteries, electric drive systems and associated control components.

Learners will develop the skills required to carry out advanced diagnostics, testing and repair procedures on electric and hybrid vehicles, while maintaining safe working practices when dealing with high-energy electrical systems.

This qualification equips learners to:

  • Understand the operation and construction of advanced electric and hybrid vehicle systems
  • Carry out advanced diagnostic procedures on high-voltage components
  • Test, analyse and interpret system data from EV/Hybrid systems
  • Safely diagnose faults within electric drive systems and associated components
  • Repair and replace high-voltage components following correct safety procedures
  • Apply safe isolation, testing and recommissioning procedures for EV/Hybrid vehicles

CPD Credits

CPD Type Eligibility Credits
Professional Register 32
TechSafe N/A N/A

Who is this for?

Who Should Attend?

This qualification is aimed at individuals who:

  • Are experienced automotive technicians working with electric or hybrid vehicles
  • Have prior knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle systems
  • Want to develop advanced diagnostic and repair skills for EV and Hybrid vehicles
  • Are responsible for diagnosing complex faults within high-voltage vehicle systems

Course Delivery

The course is delivered through:

  • 3 days of face-to-face classroom training at S&B Automotive Academy
  • An additional online study module, which must be completed alongside the classroom sessions
  • Practical workshop training on electric and hybrid vehicle systems
  • Diagnostic exercises using specialist EV/Hybrid testing equipment
  • Completion of a written assignment, which forms part of the assessment for the qualification

This approach ensures learners develop both the theoretical understanding and practical diagnostic capability required to safely repair electric and hybrid vehicles.

Training Centre Location - Bristol 

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