Engineering Engineering Maintenance: Electrical and Mechanical Level 3 Apprenticeship

In Brief Start Date / Duration The course will start September 2016 and will run for one year. / This programme will take a minimum of 24 months to complete.

Entry Requirements You will need to be at least 16 years of age and have completed the Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering. You must also hold four GCSEs at grade A* to C plus GCSE English (grade 4 or above) and maths (grade 5 or above) You need to be employed within an engineering role or have an employer in this area willing to take you on as an apprentice

You will achieve You will achieve a: Level 3 NVQ in Engineering Maintenance Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Engineering Advanced Apprenticeship Certificate

Course Overview This apprenticeship offers an opportunity to develop a range of skills required in the Engineering industry.

Course Content There are two subjects available. You and your employer will choose the pathway you will study. You will then study all of the mandatory units and choose from the optional units relating to your job role. You will also study: Employment, Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) booklet Level 2 Functional Skills in English, maths and IT Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) Pathway A: Mechanical

Mandatory Units QENM2/001: Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements QENM2/002: Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation QENM3/003: Working efficiently and effectively in engineering QENM3/004: Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities Optional Units (Choose two units from both Group A and Group B) Group A QENM3/005: Carrying out fault diagnosis on mechanical equipment QENM3/006: Maintaining mechanical equipment Group B QENM3/007: Restoring mechanical components to usable condition by repair QENM3/008: Producing replacement components for maintenance activities QENM3/009: Carrying out preventative planned maintenance on mechanical equipment QENM3/010: Carrying out condition monitoring of plant and equipment QENM3/080: Assisting in the installation of mechanical equipment Pathway B: Electrical Mandatory Units QENM2/001: Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements QENM2/002: Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation QENM3/003: Working efficiently and effectively in engineering QENM3/004: Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities Optional Units (Choose three units from Group A and two units from Group B) Group A QENM3/011: Carrying out fault diagnosis on electrical equipment and circuits QENM3/012: Maintaining electrical equipment QENM3/013: Modifying or rewiring electrical circuits Group B QENM3/010: Carrying out condition monitoring of plant and equipment QENM3/014: Testing electrical equipment and circuits QENM3/015: Carrying out preventative planned maintenance on electrical equipment QENM3/081: Assisting in the installation of electrical/electronic equipment Pathway C: Electronic Mandatory Units QENM2/001: Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements QENM2/002: Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation QENM3/003: Working efficiently and effectively in engineering QENM3/004: Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities

QENM3/016: Carrying out fault diagnosis on electronic equipment and circuits QENM3/017: Testing electronic equipment and circuits QENM3/018: Repairing electronic equipment You will also study for a Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Engineering. You will study units from the list below which relate to your chosen pathway. Mechanical Units Unit 01: Health and safety in the engineering workplace Unit 02: Communications for engineering technicians Unit 03: Engineering project Unit 04: Mathematics for engineering technicians Unit 05: Mechanical principles and applications Unit 06: Electrical and electronic principles Unit 08: Engineering design Unit 10: Properties and applications of engineering materials Unit 16: Engineering drawing for technicians Unit 17: Computer aided drafting in engineering Unit 19: CNC programming Unit 21: Engineering secondary and finishing techniques Electrical Units Unit 01: Health and safety in the engineering workplace Unit 02: Communications for engineering technicians Unit 03: Engineering project Unit 04: Mathematics for engineering technician Unit 05: Mechanical principles and applications Unit 06: Electrical and electronic principles Unit 25: Selecting and using programmable controllers Unit 35: Principles and applications of electronic devices and circuits Unit 51: Electrical technology Unit 61: Features and applications of electrical machines Unit 62: Principles and operation of three-phase systems

How will I be assessed? You will be assessed by your assessor using a portfolio of evidence, practical demonstrations and assignments. You will be assessed both in College and in your place of work.

What Equipment Will I Need? You will be required to provide paper, writing materials, A4 ring binder file, extra wide dividers and clear plastic wallets.

Where will I study? You will study within the workplace and attend classes at Barnsley College’s (STEM) Science Technology Engineering and Maths Centre, Old Mill Lane, Barnsley, S70 2LA.

What can I do next? Upon completion you could progress onto the Higher Apprenticeship in Engineering Technology or apply for job roles including: Electrical Engineer

How much does the course cost? Under current legislation, all people serving an apprenticeship must be employed. In financial terms, this means that apprentices should be paid a minimum of the statutory pay for apprentices and contractually employed on a full-time basis. This is the cost to employers. All training within the Apprenticeship framework is paid for by Barnsley College using government funding.

Extra information Contact the Apprenticeship Team For further information please contact the team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email: [email protected]

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Additional Learning Support Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.

English and Maths English and maths qualifications are a requirement for most jobs and it is important that you are able to demonstrate your ability in these areas. If you do not already have a grade C or above in GCSE English and maths you will automatically undertake further study in these subjects as part of your study programme.

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