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Advanced Automotive Studies (Level 4 Certificate)

IMI
Trades & Crafts

Course Overview

This qualification is for those who wish to gain the specialist knowledge and practical skills required to work as an advanced technician/engineer in LV maintenance and repair sectors or to develop wider transferable skills for use across the whole retail motor industry. This Level 4 Certificate aims to offer experienced technicians the opportunity to develop their knowledge of management principles, advanced fuel technologies, liaison skills, technical advice and support and diagnostic consultations with customers. Assessment consists of a combination of assignments and online tests across 5 core modules. Also, a series of practical demonstrations and student participation in practical problem-solving. This course is delivered over 1 year, with classes running from 3.00 pm until 9.00 pm.
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2027
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    1 Year
  • Campus
    Greystone

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) Level 4 Certificate Advanced Automotive Studies
    Campus: Greystone
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2027
    Fees:
    Part time per annum fee to be confirmed

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Limavady Greystone

Course Modules

  • Internal Combustion Engine Advanced
  • Alternative Fuels
  • Fundamentals of Management Principles
  • Advanced Driveline and Chassis
  • (Optional) : Advanced Vehicle Body Electrics
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

This qualification is ideally suited to learners with experience or knowledge of automotive vehicle systems, tools and equipment, vehicle maintenance, diagnostics and health and safety. Entry will also be given to those holding an automotive Advanced Apprenticeship or full level 3 automotive qualification.

ROI Requirements

This qualification is ideally suited to learners with experience or knowledge of automotive vehicle systems, tools and equipment, vehicle maintenance, diagnostics and health and safety. Entry will also be given to those holding an automotive Advanced Apprenticeship or full level 5 automotive qualification.

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Attendance at Information Session

Work Placement

No work placement is associated with the course. Candidates are expected to be working within the automotive industry.

What's Next?

Further Study

Level 5 IMI Management - or any further Level 5 or higher level industry relevant master technician qualification.

Career Prospects

Workshop controller or industry manager.

Enquiry

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    I studied Level 2 Maths and English and successfully passed both. It was a great course, and it was great working in a smaller group. I’ve made friends for life and I’m considering progressing to another part-time course with the College.
    Paul Cotton (Strabane)
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    My time at NWRC gave me the confidence to open my own Beauty Salon. Now I'm a part-time lecturer for the College.
    Vanessa Canning (Hair & Beauty)
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