Overview

  • Level SCQF Level 5
  • Reference GL8C 45
  • Subject Area Motorcycle
  • Type Scottish

Who is it suitable for?

This SVQ is a work-based qualification that assesses the skills and knowledge that people in your job need to perform their job role effectively.

It is a motor industry qualification that covers activities that relate to service technicians working on motorcycles in all types of garages and dealerships.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a broad working knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.

About

The qualification includes the following areas:

  • Carrying out routine motorcycle maintenance
  • Removing and replacing engine units, electrical units, chassis units and components
    And offers opportunities for candidates to also demonstrate:
  • Motorcycle preparation and inspections
  • Inspection, repair and replacement of motorcycle tyres

Progression

For some learners this qualification could prepare them for progression to further learning and training. For others, this qualification could also provide a useful recognition of their practical skills and knowledge, to aid their step from one job role to another.

Assessment

You will demonstrate your skills and knowledge by collecting evidence of your work. This evidence is usually presented in a portfolio (however your approved centre may use an alternative method). Your assessor will advise you on how to generate, collect and present your evidence. You will also undertake IMI set 'on-line' multiple-choice tests.

Want to know more?

Please contact an IMI approved centre.


The IMI is recognised to offer these qualifications by the Scottish regulator, SQA Accreditation. This approval means IMI and our qualifications are regulated by SQA Accreditation's Regulatory Principles and accreditation criteria. Please click here to read more and here to search all SQA accredited qualifications.

Documentation for IMI Centres

Find more information and documentation in IMI Connect

Start Date: Thu, 01/12/2016
End Date: Mon, 31/08/2026
Certificate End Date: Thu, 31/08/2028

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