Unit standard 21097
Unit standard 21097
Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle body and structural design principles
Version 1; Level 5; 6 credits
This is an elective unit standard for the Collision Repair strand of the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Advanced Technical) (Level 5).
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What is this unit standard about?
People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of:
- vehicle body design concepts
- factors influencing body and structural design
- manufacturer's testing requirements, regulatory environment, and marketability factors in the design of vehicle bodies.
Should I have completed any other unit standards first?
No.
How will this unit standard be assessed?
You will be required to prove your theory knowledge of:
- vehicle body design concepts, including principles and design considerations
- factors influencing body and structural design, including material use and design restrictions
- manufacturers' testing requirements, regulatory environment, and marketability factors in the design of vehicle bodies.
This will involve completing a case study.
Special tools and equipment or range of work required
None.
Supporting resources for this unit standard can be found on your ATech® Resources CD. The following links may also be useful:
1. The ugliest car on British roads
3. LTSA website
