Qualification number GG2V 23 closed for registrations with effect from 30th November 2020 and has been replaced by GR83 46 due to changes made to the National Occupational Standards (NOS). The new Qualification has now opened for registrations.

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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 Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) technicians working in the accident repair industry.

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 vehicle body shop.

ABOUT

The qualification includes, but not limited to, the following areas:

• Remove, renew and refit electromechanical and electronic components
• Remove and reinstate complete vehicle electromechanical and electronic systems and assemblies following accident damage
• Strip vehicles to assess the extent and type of damage
• Remove, renew and refit trim directly linked to safety systems
• Handle automotive refrigerants

And offers opportunities for candidates to also select and demonstrate some of the following areas:

• Supervisory skills
• Facilitate individual learning and  development
• Identify and agree the motor vehicle customer needs
• Motor vehicle body mechanical fastening operations
• Motor vehicle body adhesive bonding operations
• Isolate and re-energise high voltage systems in an electric vehicle

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.

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