Level 3 Detailing Course

Description

Level Three, the final learning stage of our professional development courses, aims to bring you to the highest standard of advanced detailing skill through the spectrum of; rotary polisher techniques, wet sanding by machine and refinement, a full understanding of SMAT and DAT polishes and compounds and their role in efficiency and correction on different paint types, a wide selection of pads and equipment such as nano polishers and attachments. Mechanical training in wheel removal and jacking on multiple vehicle styles allowing deep cleaning access to vehicle arch and components, and specialist finishes on carbon fibre, GRP and gel coat are examined, demonstrated and explained.

Level Three aims to bring you to the highest standard of advanced detailing skill, through the spectrum of rotary polisher techniques, wet sanding by machine, a full understanding of SMAT and DAT polishes and compounds, a wide selection of pads and equipment such as nano polishers and attachments. Mechanical training in wheel removal and jacking on multiple vehicle styles allowing deep cleaning access to vehicle arch and components, and specialist finishes on carbon fibre, GRP and gel coat are examined and explained.

• DAT/SMAT technology

• Pneumatic polishers and sanders

• Advanced Dual Action technique

• Rotary machine polishers

• Glass polishing

• Wheel removal

• Under-arch cleaning

• Cleaner chemistry

• Time management and planning

• Trim and seat removal

• In-depth interior detailing

• Cloth types

• Advanced Dual Action technique

• Rotary machine polishers

• Mini/nano machine polishers

• Wet-sanding

• Advanced pad types

• GRP, carbon and insulative substrates

• Badge and trim removal

• Texture levelling

• Show preparation

• Ceramic coatings

• Polymer coatings

• Coating troubleshooting

• Coatings after-care

• Fillers and glazes for show finishes

• Business management

• Business administration

• Safe working practices

• Safe vehicle lifting - ramp/jacking

• Workshop planning

• Advanced chemical knowledge

• Risk assessments

• Gloss meter usage

• PPE

• Employee management

Following completion of training and ongoing assessment, case studies and exercises will lead to the level three exam and, upon grading, award of our advanced detailing Level 3 Detailing.