Module Details

Module Code: MECH7020
Title: Franchise Dealer Operations
Long Title: Franchise Dealer Operations
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5211 - Mechanical Engineering
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the functions and practices of Franchised Dealer Operations within the Motor Industry.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss the rules associated with data protection and their relevance to departmental activities within the Motor Trade.
LO2 Explain the obligations placed on the operators of vehicle franchised networks by Block Exemption regulations.
LO3 Describe the obligations placed on the franchise dealer management and the functions of the management team.
LO4 Discuss the various types of insurance cover required within the Motor Industry.
LO5 Outline the current legislation and responsibilities for the control and handling of hazardous material and waste management.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Data protection act
Scope of the Act. Duties and responsibilities of the Data Processor, Data Controller.Enforcement; legal powers, offences and penalties, codes of practice. Rights of Data subject. Effective database control.
Block exemption regulations
Rules regarding the supply,distribution and after-sales duties in relation to new vehicles.Review of dealer contracts.Impact on Customers. Framework for the operation of vehicle franchised networks. Single marque showrooms, multi brand showrooms, vehicle allocation, dealer territories etc. Rules regarding the availability of technical information and equipment to independant repairers.
Managing the business
Management functions. Aims objectives and policy. Work practices and operations. Managing employees, training and customer care.
Legal duties of seller and repairer
Extent of Sales of Goods and Supply of Services Act. Contract of Repair.
Environmental and social policy
Effective waste management in relation to the motor industry. Responsibilities of the consignor, consignee, and carrier. Storage and use of dangerous substances.
Insurance
Various insurances required in the motor industry, public liability, material damage, product liability consequential loss and social insurance.
Safety and health
Responsibilities of employers and employees. Safety statement, safety officer, risk assessment.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Written assessment covering types of insurance.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 3,5
Assessment Description
Written assessment covering topics current legislation and dealer responsibilities.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture material Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Review notes and further study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture material Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Review notes and further study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Institute of the Motor Industry.. (2005), The Motor Law Complete Guide to the Block Exemption..
  • C. William Garner. (2005), Managing Automotive Businesses, 1st. [ISBN: 978-1401898960].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Philipl Buckingam. (2013), Hazardous Waste Management, 2nd. Waveland Press, [ISBN: ISBN-10:1577666933].
  • Robert, P Currie, Michelle, B Currie, George, M Keen. , Achieving Profit Potential, Fleet Management, Wandering Brothers Publishing, p.288, [ISBN: 9780972491785].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Government Act, Data Protection ACT 1988, ammendment 2003.
  • Government Act, Safety, Health and Welfare Act.www.irishstatutebook.ie/2005.
  • Websites, www.irishstatutebook.ie. www.simi.ie. www.motor.org.uk..
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_EABMT_8 Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Automotive Business Management and Technology 8 Mandatory
CR_TTMGT_7 Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology and Management 6 Mandatory