Overview
Engineering Fitter (ST0432) Level 3 ApprenticeshipThis occupation is found in manufacturing and process sectors.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex high value, low volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or systems, to the required specification. For example, turbines, cranes, gearboxes, production lines, rigs and platforms. Fitters may typically have a mechanical, electrical, electronic, control systems, pipe fitting or instrumentation bias.
To produce or re-furbish the components fitters will interpret drawings/specifications and plan their work, for example ensuring they have the right tools, equipment and resources to complete the task to the required specification.
Course information
4 years.
2 years day release attendance
Year 1 – Monday
Year 2 – Tuesday
September
When offered job role and start date agreed with employer.
Training can start at any time and the college attendance will start in September.
AME Level 3 Units
Electrical route:
- Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace
- Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
- Principles and Applications of Electronic Devices and Circuits
- Electronic Measurement and Testing
- Electrical and Electronic Principles in Engineering Communications for Engineering Technicians
- Engineering Project
- Further Engineering Mathematics
- Selecting and Using Programmable Controllers
- Further Electrical Principles
- Industrial Robot Technology
Mechanical Route:
- Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace
- Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
- Properties and Applications of Engineering Materials
- Mechanical Principles of Engineering Systems
- Engineering Drawing for Technicians
- Communications for Engineering Technicians
- Engineering Project
- Further Engineering Mathematics
- Electro-pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems and Devices
- Further Mechanical Principles
- Applications of Mechanical Systems in Engineering
Grade 3 Maths and English
Other requirements…
To be working within an Engineering environment.
Essential:
Grade 3 Maths and English
Desirable:
Grade 4 Maths and English
Skills Reading, interpreting, and understanding the component/assembly specification, diagrams, drawings and work instructions Planning component/assembly task – materials, tools and equipment Preparing work area for component/assembly task; sourcing required resources, tools/equipment Carryout relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity and know how to source required resources and interpret detailed drawings, specifications and job instructions.
Checking tools during and after task completion; identifying and reporting defects Measuring and testing, checking/inspecting component/assembly for example; use of micrometers, verniers, multimeters, volt meter Problem solving; analysing the issue and fixing the issue where appropriate Applying improvement techniques; recommending/implementing solutions where appropriate Communicating with colleagues and/or customers (internal or external) Completing component/assembly documentation for example job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation Reporting work outcomes and/or issues Restoring the work area on completion of the activity; returning any resources and consumables to the appropriate location and house-keeping. Disposing of waste in accordance with waste streams; re-cycling/re-using where appropriate Operating within limits of responsibility Operating in line with quality, health & safety and environmental policy and procedures; identifying risks and hazards and identifying control measure where applicable.
Course progression:
Level 4 Engineering Standard to fulfil additional job role/responsibilities on completion of level 3 outcomes and EPA.
The following PPE/Equipment is required:
- Safety boots
- Overalls (Fire Retardant – for Welding delivery)
Study is available at the following campuses:
- Bedford College
How to apply
To start this Apprenticeship you will need to be employed in a relevant job role – visit the Apprenticeships section of our website, where you can view our Apprenticeship vacancies. For further information or queries you can email us or call 01234 291747.
Apprentices do not have to pay a fee to study, however the employer may be required to pay depending on their Levy entitlement/age of the candidate. For further information call 01234 291747.
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Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
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