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ENGINEERING AND ENERGY
Automotive Engineering
IMI Award : Transport Maintenance IMI Level 1
Broadly comparable to SCQF Level 5
Full-time
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This pre-apprenticeship course in Transport Maintenance is specifically designed for those looking to follow a career in the automotive industry . The units taught are mainly automotivebased and are selected to provide a broad spectrum of fundamental skills required to commence a Modern Apprenticeship as a vehicle technician .
Entry Requirements
One of the following :
Three National 4s which must include Maths , English , and a Technology or Science-based subject
Successful completion of the three National 5 Mathematics Units or the two National 5 English Units will also be acceptable if the applicant has achieved these rather than National 4 ’ s in these subjects
Certificate : Introduction to Engineering and Technology EAL Level 1 ( with SCQF Level 4 Maths and English )
Certificate : Gateway to Engineering SCQF Level 4 ( with SCQF Level 4 Maths and English )
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You may be required to take part in an informal conversation as part of the application process . This group / individual conversation may be an information session , a portfolio discussion , or a skills based exercise . A positive ILR Individual Learner Reference is also essential for progressing students
IMI Certificate : Transport Maintenance IMI Level 2
Broadly comparable to SCQF Level 6
Full-time
G
This fast-track course covers the same units and course framework years one and two of a Modern Apprenticeship , meaning that after successful completion and with proven experience and suitable motor trade employment you may start an apprenticeship in year 3 .
The units are mainly automotive based and are selected to provide a broad spectrum of fundamental skills required for this trade area .
Entry Requirements
Ideally all applicants should have previously completed the SCQF Level 5 IMI Transport Maintenance , and also have Three National 5s at Grade C or above in Maths , English , and a Technology subject
You may be required to take part in an informal conversation as part of the application process . This group / individual conversation may be an information session , a portfolio discussion , or a skills based exercise
A positive ILR Individual Learner Reference is also essential for progressing students
KEY D Dunfermline K Kirkcaldy G Glenrothes L Levenmouth R Rosyth
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