EV Training – IMI Level 3 qualification

IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair & Replacement

Qualification ID No: 603/1468/0
Qualification duration: 1 day (forms day 3 of a combined 3-day Level 2.2 / Level 3 electric vehicle qualification training course programme with AK Automotive)

The IMI Level 3 Award in Electric / Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement enables learners to demonstrate, in a practical way, their knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle technology and repair procedures when working on non-live high energy electrical components and associated systems.

Specifically this involves the safe removal, inspection, testing of serviceability, refitting and reinstatement of high voltage components using manufacturer-specific repair procedures and technical information.

This qualification follows on from the IMI Level 2.2 Award in Electric / Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities. It builds upon the knowledge and skills covered in the Level 2.2 award.

Candidates must first have successfully completed the Level 2.2 award to be eligible to progress to do the Level 3 unit.

The Level 3 award covers the following main content:

Procedures

i) Observation of health and safety and correct use of PPE and safety equipment
ii) Correct use of tools and equipment
iii) Following manufacturer-specific repair procedures and information
iv) Making the vehicle safe prior to carrying out repairs
v) High energy component removal and replacement

Knowledge requirements

i) Disconnection of high energy supplies correctly
ii) Disconnection of high energy components correctly
iii) Disconnection of low energy components correctly

Testing

i) On-vehicle testing of systems (e.g. checking fault codes, voltage checks)
ii) Use of specialist test instruments and equipment
iii) Reinstatement and resetting / testing of vehicle systems post-repair
iv) Referral to technical data, repair instructions and wiring diagrams

Records and recommendations

i) Completing accurately records of work carried out in the correct format (e.g. job cards)
ii) Making recommendations based upon the findings of tests and replacement procedures
carried out

Practical sessions

i) Making the vehicle safe
ii) Remove and reinstate high voltage components
iii) Perform testing of high voltage components
iv) Test suitability of replacement high voltage component

Assessment and feedback

Candidates will be assessed through observation of them performing practical tasks by the course instructor. Each candidate must successfully perform the following practical tasks:

i) Isolate, carry out safety checks and disconnect a high energy battery system
ii) Remove and test the serviceability of a high energy system component
iii) Refit the component, carry out safety checks and reset the vehicle post repair
iv) Accurately complete records of work carried out

Candidates must meet all assessment criteria to successfully complete and pass the practical tasks to achieve the Level 3 award.

Candidates will each receive verbal and written feedback from the course assessor and have the opportunity to give feedback.

Certification

Upon a candidate’s successful completion of the course and having passed all assessments and met all assessment criteria, a claim will be submitted to the Institute of the Motor Industry for their IMI Level 3 Award in Electric / Hybrid Vehicle Systems Repair and Replacement certificate.

Pre requisites

To be accepted for a place on the IMI Level 3 electric and hybrid vehicle qualification course, candidates must first have achieved the Level 2.2 Award in Electric / Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities.

Further information and on-site training

The IMI Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement qualification is offered by AK Automotive for on-site training.

It forms day three of a comprehensive three-day electric vehicle training course and IMI qualification programme from AK Automotive combining Level 3 with the IMI Level 2.2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities.

For further information and enquiries about arranging an on-site course to be delivered by AK Automotive in the convenient surroundings of your own workplace facilities, please contact Tony Kitchen at AK Automotive directly.

Contact: Tony Kitchen (AK Automotive)
Telephone: 07484 831 015
E-mail: tony@akautomotivetraining.co.uk