Level
Level 5
Credits
120
Guided Learning
600
Total Qualification Time
1200
Qualification overview
A simple summary of who this qualification is for and what learners can expect.
About this qualification
The IQA Level 05 Advanced Diploma in ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics is an IQ Awards qualification at Level 5. It supports learners in developing knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours in automotive engineering.
The qualification is structured for clear delivery, assessment and quality assurance through approved centres.
Who is it for?
- Learners with prior study, training or work experience who want to develop specialist knowledge.
- Professionals seeking career progression or a recognised route into higher-level study.
- Centres delivering practical, work-related learning for local or international learners.
Entry and assessment guidance
Centres should check learner suitability before registration.
Entry requirements
- Entry is at the discretion of the approved centre.
- Learners will normally hold a qualification at the previous level or have relevant work experience.
- Learners should be able to research, analyse and apply concepts within automotive engineering.
- Centres should confirm that learners have sufficient English language ability for higher-level study.
Assessment approach
Assessment may include assignments, projects, practical evidence, workplace evidence, portfolios, presentations or other centre-devised assessment methods approved under IQ Awards quality assurance.
Language requirements
Centres should ensure learners have sufficient language competency to complete learning and assessment.
Qualification units
Jump to any unit below. Each unit opens with its own learning outcomes, criteria and content where available.
Unit 1 of 6
ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies
ADA5501
Learning outcomes
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
Assessment criteria
- 1.1 Analyse principal concepts, systems and professional requirements. 1.2 Compare alternative technical or management approaches and their limitations.
- 2.1 Interpret relevant technical, operational and quantitative evidence. 2.2 Diagnose root causes and distinguish symptoms from underlying problems.
- 3.1 Develop a feasible response using appropriate calculations, technical methods, controls and resources. 3.2 Justify the selected approach against realistic alternatives.
- 4.1 Evaluate safety, quality, cost, sustainability, compliance and implementation risk. 4.2 Recommend measurable improvements, controls and performance indicators.
Unit aim
This unit develops the learner's knowledge, analytical capability and professional judgement in ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies, with emphasis on applied problem solving, safe and ethical practice, evidence-based decision making and measurable performance.
Indicative content
Core principles and terminology of ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies; relevant engineering or management systems; professional standards and responsibilities; technical and operational analysis; data interpretation; diagnostics or problem solving; planning and implementation; health, safety and environmental considerations; quality assurance; legal and ethical responsibilities; stakeholder communication; risk management; sustainability; performance measurement; documentation and continuous improvement. Subject-specific coverage: camera, radar, ultrasonic and sensor alignment; static and dynamic calibration; target positioning; scan-tool procedures; wheel alignment; OEM tolerances; verification.
Assignment brief
- Assignment title: ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies - Applied Professional Assignment
- Scenario: The learner acts in a realistic engineering, automotive, transport, port, asset-management or HSE role relevant to ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies. A manager or client has requested an evidence-based response to a defined technical or organisational problem.
- Task 1 - Critical/technical analysis: explain and analyse the relevant principles, standards, systems and evidence; identify material risks, constraints and root causes.
- Task 2 - Applied output: produce a professional technical report, diagnostic plan, management framework, design, strategy, inspection, calibration, maintenance, project or improvement plan appropriate to the unit. Include assumptions, calculations, methods, controls and records where relevant.
- Task 3 - Evaluation: evaluate the proposed or completed work against safety, quality, cost, compliance, sustainability and performance requirements; justify recommendations and improvement actions.
- Evidence requirement: one coherent 3,000-3,500-word equivalent submission plus the named applied output and supporting technical evidence. Use an approved academic referencing style and map evidence clearly to all assessment criteria. Practical or diagnostic activity must be conducted through authorised supervised practice or realistic simulation where required.
- Assessment decision: Pass is awarded only when every assessment criterion is met with valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence.
Unit 2 of 6
Camera and Radar Systems
ADA5502
Learning outcomes
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to Camera and Radar Systems.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
Assessment criteria
- 1.1 Analyse principal concepts, systems and professional requirements. 1.2 Compare alternative technical or management approaches and their limitations.
- 2.1 Interpret relevant technical, operational and quantitative evidence. 2.2 Diagnose root causes and distinguish symptoms from underlying problems.
- 3.1 Develop a feasible response using appropriate calculations, technical methods, controls and resources. 3.2 Justify the selected approach against realistic alternatives.
- 4.1 Evaluate safety, quality, cost, sustainability, compliance and implementation risk. 4.2 Recommend measurable improvements, controls and performance indicators.
Unit aim
This unit develops the learner's knowledge, analytical capability and professional judgement in Camera and Radar Systems, with emphasis on applied problem solving, safe and ethical practice, evidence-based decision making and measurable performance.
Indicative content
Core principles and terminology of Camera and Radar Systems; relevant engineering or management systems; professional standards and responsibilities; technical and operational analysis; data interpretation; diagnostics or problem solving; planning and implementation; health, safety and environmental considerations; quality assurance; legal and ethical responsibilities; stakeholder communication; risk management; sustainability; performance measurement; documentation and continuous improvement.
Assignment brief
- Assignment title: Camera and Radar Systems - Applied Professional Assignment
- Scenario: The learner acts in a realistic engineering, automotive, transport, port, asset-management or HSE role relevant to Camera and Radar Systems. A manager or client has requested an evidence-based response to a defined technical or organisational problem.
- Task 1 - Critical/technical analysis: explain and analyse the relevant principles, standards, systems and evidence; identify material risks, constraints and root causes.
- Task 2 - Applied output: produce a professional technical report, diagnostic plan, management framework, design, strategy, inspection, calibration, maintenance, project or improvement plan appropriate to the unit. Include assumptions, calculations, methods, controls and records where relevant.
- Task 3 - Evaluation: evaluate the proposed or completed work against safety, quality, cost, compliance, sustainability and performance requirements; justify recommendations and improvement actions.
- Evidence requirement: one coherent 3,000-3,500-word equivalent submission plus the named applied output and supporting technical evidence. Use an approved academic referencing style and map evidence clearly to all assessment criteria. Practical or diagnostic activity must be conducted through authorised supervised practice or realistic simulation where required.
- Assessment decision: Pass is awarded only when every assessment criterion is met with valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence.
Unit 3 of 6
ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures
ADA5503
Learning outcomes
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
Assessment criteria
- 1.1 Analyse principal concepts, systems and professional requirements. 1.2 Compare alternative technical or management approaches and their limitations.
- 2.1 Interpret relevant technical, operational and quantitative evidence. 2.2 Diagnose root causes and distinguish symptoms from underlying problems.
- 3.1 Develop a feasible response using appropriate calculations, technical methods, controls and resources. 3.2 Justify the selected approach against realistic alternatives.
- 4.1 Evaluate safety, quality, cost, sustainability, compliance and implementation risk. 4.2 Recommend measurable improvements, controls and performance indicators.
Unit aim
This unit develops the learner's knowledge, analytical capability and professional judgement in ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures, with emphasis on applied problem solving, safe and ethical practice, evidence-based decision making and measurable performance.
Indicative content
Core principles and terminology of ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures; relevant engineering or management systems; professional standards and responsibilities; technical and operational analysis; data interpretation; diagnostics or problem solving; planning and implementation; health, safety and environmental considerations; quality assurance; legal and ethical responsibilities; stakeholder communication; risk management; sustainability; performance measurement; documentation and continuous improvement. Subject-specific coverage: camera, radar, ultrasonic and sensor alignment; static and dynamic calibration; target positioning; scan-tool procedures; wheel alignment; OEM tolerances; verification.
Assignment brief
- Assignment title: ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures - Applied Professional Assignment
- Scenario: The learner acts in a realistic engineering, automotive, transport, port, asset-management or HSE role relevant to ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures. A manager or client has requested an evidence-based response to a defined technical or organisational problem.
- Task 1 - Critical/technical analysis: explain and analyse the relevant principles, standards, systems and evidence; identify material risks, constraints and root causes.
- Task 2 - Applied output: produce a professional technical report, diagnostic plan, management framework, design, strategy, inspection, calibration, maintenance, project or improvement plan appropriate to the unit. Include assumptions, calculations, methods, controls and records where relevant.
- Task 3 - Evaluation: evaluate the proposed or completed work against safety, quality, cost, compliance, sustainability and performance requirements; justify recommendations and improvement actions.
- Evidence requirement: one coherent 3,000-3,500-word equivalent submission plus the named applied output and supporting technical evidence. Use an approved academic referencing style and map evidence clearly to all assessment criteria. Practical or diagnostic activity must be conducted through authorised supervised practice or realistic simulation where required.
- Assessment decision: Pass is awarded only when every assessment criterion is met with valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence.
Unit 4 of 6
ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis
ADA5504
Learning outcomes
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
Assessment criteria
- 1.1 Analyse principal concepts, systems and professional requirements. 1.2 Compare alternative technical or management approaches and their limitations.
- 2.1 Interpret relevant technical, operational and quantitative evidence. 2.2 Diagnose root causes and distinguish symptoms from underlying problems.
- 3.1 Develop a feasible response using appropriate calculations, technical methods, controls and resources. 3.2 Justify the selected approach against realistic alternatives.
- 4.1 Evaluate safety, quality, cost, sustainability, compliance and implementation risk. 4.2 Recommend measurable improvements, controls and performance indicators.
Unit aim
This unit develops the learner's knowledge, analytical capability and professional judgement in ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis, with emphasis on applied problem solving, safe and ethical practice, evidence-based decision making and measurable performance.
Indicative content
Core principles and terminology of ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis; relevant engineering or management systems; professional standards and responsibilities; technical and operational analysis; data interpretation; diagnostics or problem solving; planning and implementation; health, safety and environmental considerations; quality assurance; legal and ethical responsibilities; stakeholder communication; risk management; sustainability; performance measurement; documentation and continuous improvement. Subject-specific coverage: camera, radar, ultrasonic and sensor alignment; static and dynamic calibration; target positioning; scan-tool procedures; wheel alignment; OEM tolerances; verification; scan tools; DTCs; live data; freeze-frame; oscilloscopes; multimeters; pressure and mechanical tests; root-cause analysis; verification.
Assignment brief
- Assignment title: ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis - Applied Professional Assignment
- Scenario: The learner acts in a realistic engineering, automotive, transport, port, asset-management or HSE role relevant to ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis. A manager or client has requested an evidence-based response to a defined technical or organisational problem.
- Task 1 - Critical/technical analysis: explain and analyse the relevant principles, standards, systems and evidence; identify material risks, constraints and root causes.
- Task 2 - Applied output: produce a professional technical report, diagnostic plan, management framework, design, strategy, inspection, calibration, maintenance, project or improvement plan appropriate to the unit. Include assumptions, calculations, methods, controls and records where relevant.
- Task 3 - Evaluation: evaluate the proposed or completed work against safety, quality, cost, compliance, sustainability and performance requirements; justify recommendations and improvement actions.
- Evidence requirement: one coherent 3,000-3,500-word equivalent submission plus the named applied output and supporting technical evidence. Use an approved academic referencing style and map evidence clearly to all assessment criteria. Practical or diagnostic activity must be conducted through authorised supervised practice or realistic simulation where required.
- Assessment decision: Pass is awarded only when every assessment criterion is met with valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence.
Unit 5 of 6
Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality
ADA5505
Learning outcomes
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
Assessment criteria
- 1.1 Analyse principal concepts, systems and professional requirements. 1.2 Compare alternative technical or management approaches and their limitations.
- 2.1 Interpret relevant technical, operational and quantitative evidence. 2.2 Diagnose root causes and distinguish symptoms from underlying problems.
- 3.1 Develop a feasible response using appropriate calculations, technical methods, controls and resources. 3.2 Justify the selected approach against realistic alternatives.
- 4.1 Evaluate safety, quality, cost, sustainability, compliance and implementation risk. 4.2 Recommend measurable improvements, controls and performance indicators.
Unit aim
This unit develops the learner's knowledge, analytical capability and professional judgement in Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality, with emphasis on applied problem solving, safe and ethical practice, evidence-based decision making and measurable performance.
Indicative content
Core principles and terminology of Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality; relevant engineering or management systems; professional standards and responsibilities; technical and operational analysis; data interpretation; diagnostics or problem solving; planning and implementation; health, safety and environmental considerations; quality assurance; legal and ethical responsibilities; stakeholder communication; risk management; sustainability; performance measurement; documentation and continuous improvement.
Assignment brief
- Assignment title: Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality - Applied Professional Assignment
- Scenario: The learner acts in a realistic engineering, automotive, transport, port, asset-management or HSE role relevant to Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality. A manager or client has requested an evidence-based response to a defined technical or organisational problem.
- Task 1 - Critical/technical analysis: explain and analyse the relevant principles, standards, systems and evidence; identify material risks, constraints and root causes.
- Task 2 - Applied output: produce a professional technical report, diagnostic plan, management framework, design, strategy, inspection, calibration, maintenance, project or improvement plan appropriate to the unit. Include assumptions, calculations, methods, controls and records where relevant.
- Task 3 - Evaluation: evaluate the proposed or completed work against safety, quality, cost, compliance, sustainability and performance requirements; justify recommendations and improvement actions.
- Evidence requirement: one coherent 3,000-3,500-word equivalent submission plus the named applied output and supporting technical evidence. Use an approved academic referencing style and map evidence clearly to all assessment criteria. Practical or diagnostic activity must be conducted through authorised supervised practice or realistic simulation where required.
- Assessment decision: Pass is awarded only when every assessment criterion is met with valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence.
Unit 6 of 6
ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project
ADA5506
Learning outcomes
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
Assessment criteria
- 1.1 Analyse principal concepts, systems and professional requirements. 1.2 Compare alternative technical or management approaches and their limitations.
- 2.1 Interpret relevant technical, operational and quantitative evidence. 2.2 Diagnose root causes and distinguish symptoms from underlying problems.
- 3.1 Develop a feasible response using appropriate calculations, technical methods, controls and resources. 3.2 Justify the selected approach against realistic alternatives.
- 4.1 Evaluate safety, quality, cost, sustainability, compliance and implementation risk. 4.2 Recommend measurable improvements, controls and performance indicators.
Unit aim
This unit develops the learner's knowledge, analytical capability and professional judgement in ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project, with emphasis on applied problem solving, safe and ethical practice, evidence-based decision making and measurable performance.
Indicative content
Core principles and terminology of ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project; relevant engineering or management systems; professional standards and responsibilities; technical and operational analysis; data interpretation; diagnostics or problem solving; planning and implementation; health, safety and environmental considerations; quality assurance; legal and ethical responsibilities; stakeholder communication; risk management; sustainability; performance measurement; documentation and continuous improvement. Subject-specific coverage: camera, radar, ultrasonic and sensor alignment; static and dynamic calibration; target positioning; scan-tool procedures; wheel alignment; OEM tolerances; verification; project lifecycle; scope; WBS; scheduling; critical path; cost control; risk; quality; contracts; procurement; stakeholders; governance; earned value; scan tools; DTCs; live data; freeze-frame; oscilloscopes; multimeters; pressure and mechanical tests; root-cause analysis; verification.
Assignment brief
- Assignment title: ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project - Applied Professional Assignment
- Scenario: The learner acts in a realistic engineering, automotive, transport, port, asset-management or HSE role relevant to ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project. A manager or client has requested an evidence-based response to a defined technical or organisational problem.
- Task 1 - Critical/technical analysis: explain and analyse the relevant principles, standards, systems and evidence; identify material risks, constraints and root causes.
- Task 2 - Applied output: produce a professional technical report, diagnostic plan, management framework, design, strategy, inspection, calibration, maintenance, project or improvement plan appropriate to the unit. Include assumptions, calculations, methods, controls and records where relevant.
- Task 3 - Evaluation: evaluate the proposed or completed work against safety, quality, cost, compliance, sustainability and performance requirements; justify recommendations and improvement actions.
- Evidence requirement: one coherent 3,000-3,500-word equivalent submission plus the named applied output and supporting technical evidence. Use an approved academic referencing style and map evidence clearly to all assessment criteria. Practical or diagnostic activity must be conducted through authorised supervised practice or realistic simulation where required.
- Assessment decision: Pass is awarded only when every assessment criterion is met with valid, authentic, current and sufficient evidence.
Progression routes
Typical routes after completing this qualification.
Progression
Progression to Level 6 degree-level study, top-up routes where accepted, or professional roles.
Learning outcomes summary
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Architecture and Sensor Technologies.
- LO2 Diagnose complex technical or operational problems using appropriate evidence and analytical methods.
- LO3 Design and justify an integrated technical, operational or management response.
- LO4 Evaluate implementation risk, performance, compliance and improvement requirements.
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to Camera and Radar Systems.
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Calibration Principles and Procedures.
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Diagnostics and Fault Analysis.
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to Vehicle Geometry, Alignment and Calibration Quality.
- LO1 Analyse advanced principles, technologies and professional requirements relevant to ADAS Calibration and Diagnostics Project.