Engineering Apprenticeship Qualifications

 

 

 

Engineering Operative
Level 2

Duration: Typically, 18 months (this does not include EPA period)

Engineering Operatives are predominantly involved in engineering operations which are key to the success of the Manufacturing and Engineering sector allowing employers to grow their business while developing a work force with the relevant skills and knowledge to enhance and sustain the sector.

The role covers a wide range of common and job specific skills sets that can be transferred across the manufacturing engineering industry sectors during the course of their careers. Dependent on the sector that they are employed in there may be subtle differences in terms of composition and application of the job role specific skills and knowledge they will require, however the core skills and knowledge will be the same regardless of the sector/area they work in.

Examples of the occupational roles from across the engineering and manufacturing sector that would be covered within this standard are: Servicing and maintenance operative; Machine setter/operative; Mechanical engineering operative; Fabricator; Engineering fitter; Multi-disciplined engineering operative; Materials, processing and finishing operative, Technical Support operative, founding/casting operative.

 

Assessment

The apprentice must achieve the following on-programme assessment requirements prior to Gateway: 

  • Level 1 English and Maths'

  • Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking their end point assessment.

  • Ofqual regulated Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)

  • Ofqual regulated Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)

 

Future Job Prospects & Learning Opportunities

There are a broad range of roles for an Engineering Operative. You could progress to being a Senior Operative or Crafts person with experience as an Operative, you could move on to study a level 3 Engineering Technician qualification to become a Technician. You could then move in to a Team Leader or Project Management role.

 

 

 

Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer
Level 3

Duration: Typically, 42 months (this does not include EPA period)

The broad purpose of the occupation is to maintain food and drink machinery and equipment to optimise production levels. They conduct planned and predicative maintenance to prevent issues occurring and also reactive maintenance for example, to respond to breakdowns. They lead or support food and drink operational teams with machinery change overs and set ups. Contributing to the installation and decommissioning of food and drink equipment and machinery is also part of the role. Working with other teams, they contribute to technical performance reviews and continuous improvement activities. They may need to contribute to food and drink audits.

 

Assessment

The apprentice must achieve the following on-programme assessment requirements prior to Gateway:

  • English and Maths and Level 2

  • Portfolio of evidence

  • Level 3 Diploma in Food and Drink Engineering Maintenance

 

Future Job Prospects & Learning Opportunities

You could do further training while you work, to become an engineering technician or site supervisor. You could also qualify as an engineer by completing a relevant degree in engineering, such as the Food and Drink Advanced Engineer Integrated Degree Apprenticeship.

This standard aligns with the following professional recognition:

  • The Institution of Engineering and Technology for Engineering Technician (EngTech). The experience gained and responsibility held by the apprentice on completion of the apprenticeship will either wholly or partially satisfy the requirements for registration at this level.

  • The Institution of Mechanical Engineers for Engineering Technician (EngTech). The experience gained and responsibility held by the apprentice on completion of the apprenticeship will either wholly or partially satisfy the requirements for registration at this level.

You could do further training while you work, to become an engineering technician or site supervisor. You could also qualify as an engineer by completing a relevant degree in engineering.

 

 

 

Engineering Technician-

Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
Level 3

Duration: Typically, 42 months (this does not include EPA period)

Mechatronics Maintenance Technicians ensure that plant and equipment perform to the required standard to facilitate production targets regarding Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost within High Value Manufacturing environments. Typically, the work would cover a broad range of activities include installation, testing, fault finding and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment. This requires the application of a complex blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines.

 

Assessment

The apprentice must achieve the following on-programme assessment requirements prior to Gateway:

  • Level 2 English and Maths

  • An employer approved Level 2 Foundation Competence qualification

  • An employer approved Level 3 Development Competence qualification

  • An employer approved Level 3 Development Technical Knowledge qualification

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician

  • Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)

 

Future Job Prospects & Learning Opportunities

There are a broad range of roles for an Engineering Technician

With experience, you could become a supervisor or project manager, or specialise in areas like CAD design or quality control.

You could also qualify as an engineer by completing a degree in engineering.

 

 

 

Engineering Technician-

Product Design and Development Technician
Level 3

Duration: Typically, 42 months (this does not include EPA period)

Product Design & Development Technicians primarily work on all stages of product creation and modification. They support activities ranging from early concept feasibility, design and development stages right through to final preparation for launch and customers. This includes working in concept studios, rapid prototyping, assembly, testing, validating and analysing performance. Typically, they work closely with engineers in bring new concepts to life or supporting redesigns of existing products.

 

Assessment

The apprentice must achieve the following on-programme assessment requirements prior to Gateway:

  • Level 2 English and Maths

  • An employer approved Level 2 Foundation Competence qualification

  • An employer approved Level 3 Development Competence qualification

  • An employer approved Level 3 Development Technical Knowledge qualification

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Product Design and Development

  • Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)

 

Future Job Prospects & Learning Opportunities

There are a broad range of roles for an Engineering Technician

With experience, you could become a supervisor or project manager, or specialise in areas like CAD design or quality control.

You could also qualify as an engineer by completing a degree in engineering.

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