Overview

  • Level 3
  • Reference 603/1468/0
  • Total Qualification Time 43
  • Guided Learning Hours 34
  • Subject Area EV
  • Type VRQ, NVQ, VCQ

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is for training providers and employers to deliver to learners in the 16-18 and 19+ age groups. These learners will have an interest in gaining the knowledge to work safely when carrying out repair activities on electric/hybrid vehicle high voltage systems.

It is therefore designed for those people who may encounter electric/hybrid vehicles within a routine maintenance situation. It also contains the knowledge and skills required to work safely around a vehicle that may have had damage to its high energy/electrical system.

This Award sized qualification offers an introduction to this specialised industry sector which in addition to complimenting their current industry qualifications and experience, will enable them to continue to work safely within their role. These roles can include but are not exclusive to:

  • Maintenance and repair technician

Who might be interested in taking this course?

Individuals interested in taking this course will need to possess appropriate vehicle maintenance and repair knowledge and skills at level 3.

What will the Learner study as part of this qualification?

The content of this qualification has been designed to give the learners the knowledge and skills required to work safely on electric/hybrid vehicles whilst carrying out diagnostic, testing and repair activities. This may include vehicles that may have or had damage to their high energy/electrical system.

It contains two mandatory units EV2.2 and EV3.

EV2.2 covers all of the skills and knowledge from IMI Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicles Routine Maintenance Activities and EV3 covers skills in:

  • working safely on an electric/hybrid vehicle
  • using information to carry out the task
  • carrying out repairs on high energy electrical systems
  • recording information and making suitable recommendations

As a result, learners successfully completing this qualification will acquire significant core knowledge and skills and the ability to remove and replace electric/hybrid vehicle high voltage components.

Which subjects will complement this course?

This qualification will help support their progression onto qualifications that further develop their knowledge and skills within a technical role, carrying out diagnosis, repair and testing of high voltage components on electric/hybrid vehicles.

Level 4 Award in the Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components

Further information

Please contact an IMI approved centre

This qualification is an official entry route into our TechSafe™ recognition, which will allow you to gain your place on our Professional Register and show the automotive community and wider that you are competent in your role, and are up to date with the latest of technology and knowledge. Get started today.

Documentation for IMI Centres

Find more information and documentation in IMI Connect

Start Date: Thu, 01/06/2017
End Date: Thu, 31/07/2025
Certificate End Date: Fri, 31/07/2026

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