This apprenticeship provides awareness and the basic knowledge and skills development of general engineering activities across a range of disciplines and prepares the apprentice for further skills development. You will learn basic engineering skills. Your practical workshop sessions will cover hand fitting skills, how to operate a manual lathe and milling machine as well as learning assembly techniques, disassembling and reassembling a range of products. Upon completion of your training, you will progress onto your End-point Assessment where you will undertake a practical observation professional discussion.
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What will I study?
Knowledge This apprenticeship allows apprentices to develop the knowledge required for employment and/or career progression in the engineering and manufacturing industry sector in general, specifically:
- Working in an engineering environment.
- Engineering techniques.
- Engineering mathematics and science principles.
- Fitting and assembly techniques.
- Business improvement techniques.
Skills
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
- Producing components using hand fitting techniques.
- Producing mechanical assemblies.
- Preparing and using lathes for turning operations.
- Preparing and using milling machines.
Behaviours
- Personal responsibility and resilience.
- Work effectively in teams.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Focus on quality and problem solving.
- Continuous personal development.
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Who is this course for?
This course is designed to introduce the apprentice to a range of mechanical manufacturing operations, developing their practical skills and knowledge, ideal if you have an interest in mechanical engineering.
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How is the course assessed?
- Through assessment of work-based practical skills
- Written assignments
End Point Assessment
- Practical observation
- Professional discussion
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Knowledge
You will develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of:
- Working in an engineering environment.
- Engineering techniques.
- Engineering mathematics and science principles.
- Fitting and assembly techniques.
- Business improvement techniques.
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Skills
You will have the ability to:
- Producing components using hand fitting techniques.
- Producing mechanical assemblies.
- Preparing and using lathes for turning operations.
- Preparing and using milling machines.
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Behaviours
What is required?
- Personal responsibility and resilience.
- Work effectively in teams.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Focus on quality and problem solving.
- Continuous personal development.
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Progression and Career Opportunities
The course also allows for progression into a Level 3 qualification in a range of apprenticeship pathways including:
- Machining (CNC & Manual)
- Fitting & Assembly
- Maintenance Operations
- Technical Support
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Entry Requirements for new students
Maths and English GCSE grade 3-9 (or equivalent)
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Admissions Process
There is no set start date for this apprenticeship. However, there are two ways become an apprentice at Northampton College:
- If you have secured employment with the view of becoming an apprentice, or if you are already employed and would like to join an Apprenticeship programme, please get in touch with us on 01604 734323 or email business.centre@northamptoncollege.ac.uk to register your interest.
- If you don?t have a job yet, you can view all our apprenticeship vacancies through the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS). Each of these job openings are with trusted employers who are looking for an apprentice to join their team.
