Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician 9323-12 - Pass
Issued by
City & Guilds
This apprenticeship is designed for those wishing to work in the vehicle body repair sector of the motor industry. The role is to identify damaged mechanical and electrical components on a damaged Car/Light Commercial Vehicle & remove and refit these components before & after body repair work has been carried out. Typical job titles for this role include Bodyshop Mechanic, Stripper/Fitters, MET Technician, Bodyshop Technician, Body Fitter. (IFATE SRN: ST0405 and City & Guilds EPA Number 9323-12)
Skills
- Ability to remove; repair and replace engine; gearbox; suspension; mechanical and electrical systems; related autonomous items from the vehicle safely e.g. Anti-lock Braking System units
- Ability to remove; repair and replace safety restraint systems; Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) & Light Detection And Ranging (LIDAR) semi-autonomous components
- Diagnose and fix faults within a vehicle management system (on board computer) & associated electrical system
- Identify and communicate supplementary parts where required
- Identify and operate the correct diagnostic hardware to establish any faults with the vehicle and establish if parts are replaced or re calibrated; utilising torque wrenches to tighten nuts/bolts to the manufacturer recommendations
- Identify and operate the correct repair tools; equipment and devices used in the process such as Geometry Wheel Aligners for alignment of the wheels
- Interpret relevant technical data; specification and methods to enable appropriate pre-preparation prior to work being carried out
- Rebuild vehicles post repair and reinstate safety critical systems including Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) systems and Light Detection And Ranging (LIDAR) systems including collision avoidance technology
- Rebuild vehicles post repair and reinstate safety critical systems including Safety Restraint Systems; airbags; seat belts and pretensions; Advanced Driver Assistance Systems; cameras
- Undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair
Earning Criteria
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This person has been assessed independently by City & Guilds as having achieved the Distinction criteria for all Components of the Level 3 Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim (MET) Technician end-point assessment.
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End-point assessment components: • Component 1: Knowledge Test. • Component 2: Professional Discussion • Component 3: Skills Test.