13 Courses in Coventry

The IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing is the second stage in becoming a qualified MOT tester. It was developed alongside the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and is designed to equip learners with the qualification, knowledge and skills necessary to carry out and accurate and repeatable MOT Test Routine. Once you have successfully completed and passed this award, the final stage (stage 3) will be to complete a VT8 demonstration MOT test with a DVSA assessor to receive your certificate of competence. This will normally be conducted in your own Vehicle Testing Station (VTS) and successful completion will allow you to commence testing with immediate effect. What you will achieve Successful completion of the IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7), will give you a valuable academic qualification recognised by the DVSA that demonstrates your skills and knowledge in conducting MOT testing. Cost of Course The cost of this course is £795 + VAT per candidate. Course Overview The main topics covered during the course are: Working Safely within a Vehicle Test Centre Working Relationships Professional Development Pre-Test Checks Conducting the The MOT Test routine. Our courses are ran using a blend of practical and theory based study in small groups of 4 candidates in order to maximise on tutor contact time. Upon application, we will send you some pre-course learning materials and videos to study that will fully prepare you for what is a very demanding course and assessment. Completion of this work forms part of the guided learning hours for this course and is therefore mandatory. Candidates failing to complete this work may be refused entry onto the course. Entry Requirements To be eligible to undertake the The IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7), you must: have a current and full UK driving licence for the classes of vehicle you wish to test be a skilled mechanic, with at least 4 years full-time employment in the service and repair of cars and vans. have a suitable level 3 qualification (please see list below) have no unspent convictions for criminal offences connected with the MOT testing scheme or the motor trade, or involving acts of violence or intimidation and be of good repute. Click here for acceptable entry qualifications. Who Should Attend The IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7), has been developed for individuals who would like to improve their career by becoming qualified MOT Testers. The course is run over four days with the final assessments being conducted on day 4. Pre-course training material will be sent through 2 weeks before start date to complete prior attendance. The assessments consists of an online test of 40 questions and a demonstration MOT where you will be observed carrying out a full MOT demo test. The theory part of the test is ‘open book’ which means you will be able to use reference materials such as the MOT Testers Manual during the test. The pass mark for this test is 80%. Learners wishing to undertake this course MUST poses a good standard of written and spoken English as all MOT training and testing is conducted in English.

The IMI PAC course in Light Vehicle Brake Fitting is 3 days in duration and is aimed at fitters who want to improve their knowledge and skills A minimum of 3 months practical experience is required as this is not an introductory course. An alternative course is available for those with no previous experience, contact us for more details Successful candidates will receive an IMI Professional Achievement Certificate in Light Vehicle Brake Fitting.  Course Details: Classroom based theory session Workshop practice session Examination and assessment Course Fees £399.00 + VAT per candidate *Please contact us for group rates  Course Content Theoretical Health & Safety Brake types (disc brake & drum brakes) Hydraulic operating systems Brake arrangements Brake valves Brake fluid Servo assistance Introduction to ABS and EPB Practical Brake pad and disc removal and re-fitting Brake drum and shoe removal and re-fitting Manufacturing a brake pipe Bleeding a hydraulic system IMI assessment and test A multi-choice theory question paper Five practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor. What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainers Course booklet Examinations Fees and Certification One year IMI membership To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880

The IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 1 and 2) was developed with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform the MOT Test Routine on mopeds and motorcycles.

The IMI Four Wheel Alignment course is 2 1/2 days in duration and is aimed at Technicians involved with carrying out light vehicle wheel alignment. It is advised that candidates should have a minimum of 3 months practical wheel alignment experience but courses of longer duration can be arranged for those people requiring it. Successful candidates will receive an IMI Quality Approved Award in Steering & Wheel alignment. As well as being recognised throughout the Motor Industry, this qualification will also count towards the NTDA tyre Technician Professional Development Scheme’s Licenced Retail Tyre Technician licence. PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE FOCUSES ON THE FUNDAMENTALS OF WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND NOT ON ANY PARTICULAR TYPE OF WHEEL ALIGNMENT EQUIPMENT. Course Details: Classroom based theory session Workshop practice session Examination and assessment Course Fees £499.00 + VAT Per Candidate *Please contact us for group rates and onsite training Course Content Theoretical Health & Safety Components, functions & Layout of vehicle steering systems Steering angles and how they work together Common faults associated with steering systems 4 wheel alignment Practical Pre-alignment vehicle inspection. Carry out 4 wheel alignment. Carry ou a thrust angle alignment IMI assessment and test A multi-choice theory question paper Two practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor.   What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainer Course booklet Examinations Fees and Certification One year IMI membership To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880

The IMI Motorcycle Tyre Fitting course is 3 days in duration for and is aimed at Fast Fit Technicians and Specialist Tyre Fitters involved with working on Motorcycle Tyres. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 months practical motorcycle tyre fitting experience.  Successful candidates will receive an IMI Quality Approved Award in Motorcycle Tyre Fitting recognised throughout the industry. A basic tyre fitting course can be provided for those with little or no experience. Course Details: One day classroom based theory session One day workshop practice session One day examination and assessment Course Fees £396.00 + VAT per candidate Please contact us for group rates Course Content Theoretical Health & Safety Motorcycle Tyre construction identification Motorcycle Wheel rim identification MotorcycleTyre sidewall markings Construction & Use regulations Limits of wear and serviceability Fault identification methods Tyre and inner tube repairs Practical Tyre fault identification and reporting Safe wheel removal and replacement Safe wheel balancing Safe removal and replacement of tyres Safe tyre and inner tube repairs to BSAU159g IMI assessment and test A multi-choice theory question paper Four practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor. What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainers Course booklet Examinations Fees and Certification One year IMI membership To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880

The IMI PAC course in High Performance Light Vehicle Tyre Fitting is 3 days in duration and is aimed at light vehicle tyre fitters wishing to update their skills and knowledge for today’s modern tyre types and designs. A minimum of 3 months practical light vehicle tyre fitting experience is required as this is not an introductory course. We also run a 1 day basic, non certificated course if for those without the tyre fitting experience, please contact for further details. Successful candidates will receive an IMI Professional Achievement Certificate in High Performance Light Vehicle Tyre Fitting. As well as being recognised throughout the Motor Industry, this qualification will also count towards the NTDA tyre Technician Professional development Scheme’s Licenced Retail Tyre Technician licence (LRTT). / Course Details: One day classroom based theory session One day workshop practice session One day examination and assessment Course Fees £396.00 + VAT.  per person Please contact us for group rates Course Content Theoretical Health & Safety Light Vehicle Tyre construction identification Run-flat technologies Light Vehicle Wheel rim identification Light Vehicle Tyre sidewall markings (including lyre labeling) Construction & Use regulations Limits of wear and serviceability Fault identification methods Tyre & Inner tube repairs conforming to BSAU159g Practical Tyre inspection and fault reporting Safe vehicle jacking Safe removal and replacement of road wheels Safe wheel balancing Safe tyre removal and replacement (High Performance & Run Flat) Safe tubeless tyre and inner tube repair IMI assessment and test A multi-choice theory question paper Four practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor. What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainers Course booklet Examinations Fees and Certification One year IMI membership To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880

The IMI Light Vehicle Inspection Technician Accreditation is for experienced mechanics who would like to gain recognition for their skills and knowledge. It is also accepted by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) as the stage 1 entry qualification for mechanics and technicians who wish to train to become an MOT Tester for class 4 and 7 vehicles (cars and vans) It is normally valid for 3 years and successful candidates, as well as receiving a certifcate, photo card and pin badge, will also be entered on to the IMI Professional Register. This is a public-facing register to showcase individuals working in the motor industry, who have been recognised for their experience, professionalism and commitment to ethical working practices. However, there will be no requirement for you to re-accredit if you go on to complete your IMI Level 2 Award in MOT testing (classes 4 & 7) within the 3 year period. As an Inspection Technician you must be able to work unsupervised – ideally, you should be in full time employment with at least 3 years experience (4 years if you wish to become an MOT tester) to ensure you are familiar with the techniques for vehicle servicing, inspection and system(s) diagnosis. There are 5 practical assessments for this route and two online exams, one containing 30 questions and a second containing 10 questions. Please click on the links below to get an overview of the contents of each assessment. AOM – 071 – Emissions System – Inspection AOM – 072 – Electrical System – Inspection AOM – 073 – Braking Systems – Inspection AOM – 074 – Steering and Suspension Systems – Inspection AOM – 075 – Vehicle Structure – Inspection AOM – 076 – Vehicle Appraisal – Inspection   5 Day Training and Assessment. This training is aimed at experienced technicians who might need some training input prior to assessment. The assessments will take place over a 5 day period with the online assessment taking place mid week to allow for any re-sits that may be necessary. You will receive a copy of Tom Denton’s 4th edition Advanced Automotive Fault Diagnosis book which you can use in the intervening period to study and practice your knowledge and skills prior to attending the course. PLEASE NOTE THESE ASSESSMENTS ARE TO A LEVEL 3 STANDARD AND ARE DESIGNED TO BE TOUGH. THEY CONCENTRATE ON FAULT FINDING WITHIN A GIVEN TIMESCALE. SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL FIND ALL OF THE FAULTS WITHIN 1 HOUR. The next step If this accreditation is of interest to you, particularly if you wish to become an MOT tester, have a go at our initial assessment test. Our administrator will be in touch with you once we receive your result so that we can best advise you on the way forward.

The 1 day IMI award in “Automotive Refrigerant Handling” has been specifically designed to provide the knowledge, training and qualification necessary to satisfy EU legislation in the mobile air conditioning market. It is designed for anyone handling refrigerants within the automotive industry including mobile mechanics, garages, body shops, main dealerships and automotive dismantlers. Course Details: Half day classroom based theory session Half day workshop practice and assessment session Course Fees £290.00 + VAT. per person *Please contact us for group rates and onsite training Course Content Theoretical Introduction to Automotive Air Conditioning Basic heat processes Pressure and temperature relationships The refrigeration cycle Lubrication How a MAC system works The electrical components Types of Refrigerants used The Environmental Impact Regulations Service Equipment   Practical Health & Safety Precautions and PPE System Inspection and Testing Refrigerant Recovery Refrigerant Re-charge   IMI assessment and test An online multi-choice theory question paper Practical Assessment observed by an IMI approved assessor. What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainers Course booklet (normally sent out as pre-reading before the course) Examinations Fees and Certification To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880

The IMI Award in MOT Test Centre Management, has been developed with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to provide learners with the qualification, knowledge and skills necessary to manage MOT Vehicle Test Centres. What you will achieve Successful completion will give you a valuable academic qualification recognised by the DVSA that demonstrates your skill and knowledge necessary to successfully run and manage an MOT station on a day to day basis as well as fully understanding the DVSA’s legislative and compliance requirements. Cost of Course The cost of this course is £544.50 + VAT per candidate. Please contact us for further information. Course Overview The MOT Test Centre Manager Training course and assessment is normally ran over 2 1/2 days in total with the 1/2 day revision and online test often ran a few days after the initial training to allow candidates time to absorb the information. The main focus of the courses will teach you how to: manage the legislative and compliance knowledge required to manage an MOT test centre effectively encourage improvements in customer service develop and supervise staff with an MOT centre understand the MOT test centre quality systems and audits Assessment is by an open book online IMI test. Who Should Attend The MOT Test Centre Manager Training qualification is primarily developed for learners who wish to run an MOT Vehicle Test Station (VTS), or who will have direct responsibility for MOT operations at the VTS in the future. There are no formal entry qualifications for this course but learners MUST possess a good standard of written and spoken English as all MOT manuals, training and testing is conducted in English.

The IMI Roadside Safety programme is a blended learning course consisting of an online learning package followed by a face to face training and assessment session. The course is aimed at Truck and Light Vehicle Tyre Technicians involved with working on the roadside and whilst not essential, we advise that candidates should have completed a recognised course in Heavy or Light Vehicle Tyre Fitting and possess good communication skills. Successful candidates will receive the IMI Quality Approved Award in Roadside Safety as well as the NTDA REACT Licence to Work on the Roadside. Course Details:  Online training program to be worked through at the candidates own pace. Up to one day training and assessment session. Course Content Theoretical Identification of essential service vehicle equipment Personal Protective Equipment to be used at the roadside The main requirements of PAS43 and the REACT licence Pre-breakdown planning and dynamic risk assessment Attending a breakdown and making the area safe Clearing up and leaving the scene safely Practical Service vehicle inspection and equipment condition reporting Simulated attendance a motorway breakdown for the purposes of making the scene safe (please note, there is no wheel removal or tyre fitting activities included in this course or test. (Please view the High Performance Car Tyre or Truck Tyre Fitting courses for this) IMI assessment and test A multi-choice theory question paper Two practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor covering a service vehicle and equipment inspection and attending a simulated motorway breakdown. It is required that each candidate supply their own fully equipped service vehicle for this assessment What’s included Fully qualified and experienced trainers Online training program Examinations, Certification and REACT licence fees To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880