IMDS Basic Training - Global PCCS Academy

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The International Material Data System (IMDS), is a web-based tool used by the automotive industry for managing and exchanging material data on vehicles. Training in IMDS is essential for professionals involved in the automotive supply chain, including engineers, material managers, and compliance officers. While specific training programs may vary, IMDS basic training typically covers the following key topics and what you learn in this basic training.

IMDS training provided by Global PCCS experts, who has 18+ years of strong experience in the global regulation. And Global PCCS is authorised by DXC Technology for seven countries such as India, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. It’s important for professionals to receive regular updates and refresher courses, as regulations and the IMDS system itself may change over time.

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Introduction to IMDS:
Overview of IMDS and its purpose in the automotive industry
Understanding the importance of material data reporting for regulatory compliance
The basics of navigating the IMDS platform
Legal and Regulatory Background:
Discussion of relevant regulations and directives driving the use of IMDS (e.g., ELV Directive, RoHS and REACH Directive)
Understanding the legal obligations for reporting material data
Detailed guidance on entering material data into the IMDS system
Instructions on the specific data fields and required information for compliance
Material Composition and Substances:
Understanding the importance of accurately reporting material composition
Identifying and reporting substances according to regulatory requirements
Material and Substance Compliance:
Ensuring compliance with various material regulations (e.g., ELV, RoHS) through IMDS.
Strategies for managing compliance throughout the supply chain.
IMDS Reporting and Documentation:
Generating reports within IMDS for internal and external use.
Creating and maintaining documentation for regulatory audits.
Updates and Changes:
Staying informed about updates, changes, and new features in IMDS.
Adapting to evolving regulatory requirements.

Course Content

Part 1 : ELV Background, Objectives and RRR Targets
This topic cover detail background of ELV regulation, its objectives and targets for automotive manufacturers.

ELV Background

05:00
Objectives and Purpose of ELV directive

01:20
Type of vehicles included

03:35
Heavy Metals Prohibited in ELV Directive

03:50
ELV Annex II

02:17
Reuse, Recycle and Recovery (RRR)

05:50
Treatment facilities for end-of-life vehicles

02:50
Dismantling Process

01:53
ELV – Conclusion

05:59
Part 1 Test (20 Points)

Part 2 – IMDS System, GADSL & Recommendation
You are going to learn in this part 2 how the IMDS system is the solution for complying with ELV legislation, as well as who is utilising this system and who is managing the system. In addition to declarable and forbidden substances, what exactly is the GADSL, and what sort of material classifications are there?

Part 3: IMDS Dashboard, Functions and Admin Controls

Part 4: Exercise – IMDS Creation Practical

IMDS Basic Training Exercises 1 to 9
Exercise 1 & 2 – Creating Components Assemblies & Subassemblies

08:58
Exercise 3 – Search & Apply Materials

05:39
Exercise 4 – Use of Modules & IMDS Steering Committee Materials

04:30
Exercise 5 – Creation of Materials

08:31
Exercise 6 – Creation of Semi component

05:08
Exercise 7 – Efficient Data Entry – Using Copy Function

04:36
Exercise 8 – Analyze Function to Review MDS Data

03:40
Exercise 9 – Creating New Versions of MDS

03:18

Part 5: IMDS Other Functions

Part 6: IMDS Next Actions

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Course Content

Part 1 : ELV Background, Objectives and RRR Targets This topic cover detail background of ELV regulation, its objectives and targets for automotive manufacturers.

ELV Background

Objectives and Purpose of ELV directive

Type of vehicles included

Heavy Metals Prohibited in ELV Directive

ELV Annex II

Reuse, Recycle and Recovery (RRR)

Treatment facilities for end-of-life vehicles

Dismantling Process

ELV – Conclusion

Part 1 Test (20 Points)

Solution for End-of-Life Vehicles

IMDS data flow

What is GADSL

IMDS Tree like structure

Material Data sheets (Material, Semi component & Component & Assembly))

Recommendations

Part 2: Test on IMDS System, GADSL & Recommendation

Part 3: IMDS Dashboard, Functions and Admin Controls

Menu’s & Toolbars

Recommendation 001

Recommendation 001a

Part 3: Test on IMDS Dashboard, Functions

Part 4: Exercise – IMDS Creation Practical

IMDS Basic Training Exercises 1 to 9

Exercise 1 & 2 – Creating Components Assemblies & Subassemblies

Exercise 3 – Search & Apply Materials

Exercise 4 – Use of Modules & IMDS Steering Committee Materials

Exercise 5 – Creation of Materials

Exercise 6 – Creation of Semi component

Exercise 7 – Efficient Data Entry – Using Copy Function

Exercise 8 – Analyze Function to Review MDS Data

Exercise 9 – Creating New Versions of MDS

Part 5: IMDS Other Functions

Where Used Analysis Search

IMDS PDF Summary Reports

Test

Part 6: IMDS Next Actions

IMDS implementation and Next actions

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Part 1 : ELV Background, Objectives and RRR Targets
This topic cover detail background of ELV regulation, its objectives and targets for automotive manufacturers.