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Vehicle Accident Repair and Paint Level 2/3

The vehicle re-finishing programme includes paint preparation, chip repair techniques, spraying equipment set­-up, matching paintwork, paint application, burnishing and polishing, identification and rectification of surface defects and cleaning and valeting. This VRQ covers the technical needs for basic repair and preparation procedures. It provides essential knowledge and skills for vehicle body paint operators, working on a wide range of vehicles, in all types of garages, dealerships and specialist body paint businesses.

The Vehicle Accident and Repair (Paint Principles) Diploma Level 2 course has been designed to enhance students’ vehicle body repair/re-finishing skills, knowledge and understanding to Level 2.

The Vehicle Accident and Repair (Paint Principles) Diploma Level 3 is for learners who have already achieved a level 2 paint qualification and wish to develop their paint skills further.

The course will enable the learners to develop skills and understanding of the procedures for the refinishing of new and repaired vehicle panels.

This will be completed by working on real customer’s vehicles and simulated work. In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in activities to develop your English, Maths and employability skills.

Course Content

The learning programme involves learners studying both the theory and practical aspects, including:

  • preparing metal and pre-painted surfaces
  • preparing and applying fillers and foundation materials to vehicles
  • repairing minor paint defects.

Learners will also gain a broad knowledge and understanding of health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in a garage.

Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles Diploma Level 2 units may include:

  • Vehicle Structure Technology and Workshop
  • Material Technology
  • Repair Techniques and Technology
  • Refinishing Techniques and Technology
  • Employability
  • Functional Skills/GCSEs

Practical work will be undertaken in the workshops on our own vehicles, commercial projects and students’ own vehicles as appropriate.

Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles Diploma Level 3 units may include:

  • Preparation of New and Repaired Panels
  • Skills in Paint Mixing and Matching
  • Spot Repair
  • Skills in the Application of Primers, 2k Solid Colour, Water Born Basecoat, Clear Coat and 3 Stage Pearl
  • Introduction to SMART Repair and Custom Paint Techniques
  • The Ability to Identify and Rectify a Range of Paint Faults

This will be supported by both practical and theory lessons with a bias toward practical work.

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs (grades A*-E/9-3), including English and Maths, and an interview, or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in Level 1 Transport Maintenance or Vehicle Accident Repair Multi-Skills and an interview.

Progression onto Level 3 is dependent on satisfactory results in the Level 2 Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles, and an interview.

What Can I Do Next?

Level 2: Employment in the body repair and re-finishing industry or further study and training, including progression to the Level 3 in Paint Principles

Level 3: Employment within the motor trade as a painter or the opportunity to study at a higher level of education such as HNCs and Foundation Degrees or look to specialise further in paint principles.

Careers Advice and Guidance

The Careers Guidance team provides information, careers advice and guidance to students across all campuses. They offer confidential and impartial guidance interviews as well as a daily drop in service.They can provide help and support with a wide range of areas including:

  • Career choice
  • Progression Routes
  • Apprenticeships
  • Higher Education
  • Employability Skills

There is well a equipped Careers Centre containing information on careers and courses as well computer guidance software to help students choose and research suitable careers.

The careers guidance service has achieved the national quality award for the provision of Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance known as the Quality in Careers Standard. The service is also accredited by the matrix Quality Standard for information, Advice and Guidance.

For further careers advice and guidance and support please contact careers@colchester.ac.uk.

Vehicle Accident Repair and Paint Level 2/3
LevelLevel 2
Level 3
LocationColchester
DurationTwo Years:
Year 1: Level 2
Year 2: Level 3
Study ModeFull-Time
CampusColchester Institute
Start DateSeptember 2021 - Applications open on 1st October 2020
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: Year 1: £1,875
19+: Year 2: £5,421
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Fee Exemptions ApplyAdvanced Learner Loan Available

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