Level 1 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair

This introductory qualification is aimed at young students who have a keen interest to learn about vehicle paint refinishing and the different accident repair roles that are available in the retail motor industry. Students under the age of 19 will also study Maths and English as part of the programme. During the course all learners are expected to undertake a work placement as part of their studies to gain vital industry experience.

The units on this course allow learners to cover a whole range of specialised areas including accident repair, paint preparation and spray painting.

4 GCSEs at grade 2 or above including maths and English Language.

The course is a mixture of practical and theoretical knowledge. Approximately 50% of the work will be classroom based.

The practical element of the course takes place in our fully equipped motor vehicle paint shop, learners are required to provide their own safety footwear and protective overalls.

Assessment is by practical tasks and completion of a portfolio of evidence along with one multiple-choice online end test.

Successful candidates can progress on to the IMI Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles or onto an apprenticeship.

Panel technician, paint technician, mechanical and electrical trim technician

- Health and Safety in the Workplace
- Tools , equipment & consumable materials
- Remove & Replace Interior & Exterior Trim
- Vehicle Damage Assessment
- Introduction to Metal Preparation
- Panel Removal and Refitting
- Minor Panel Damage Repairs
- Adhesive Bonding & Mechanical Fastening
- Vehicle Paint Preparation
- Spray Gun Components and Maintenance
- Paint Spraying and Masking Techniques
- Primer Preparation & application Techniques
- Panel Joint Sealing & Corrosion Protection
- Removing & Applying Graphics & Lettering
- Vehicle Exterior Valeting and Detailing
- Vehicle Interior Valeting and Detailing

For further information please contact T: 0161 886 7070 or E: info@trafford.ac.uk

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.