Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship

29488W1/P | Pagefield Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 01/08/2024
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Is this course for me?

An Engineering Fitter role 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. Fitters may typically have a mechanical, electrical, electronic, control systems, pipe fitting or instrumentation bias or operate across multiple disciplines depending on the type of assembly. To produce or re-furbish the components fitters will interpret drawings/specifications and plan their work. Fitters are required to check their work against quality standards and make adjustments as required based on their knowledge. In their daily work, an employee in this occupation typically interacts with line managers/supervisors; depending on the size of the employer and nature of the work they may work as part of a team of fitters or independently. They may interact with personnel in other functions for example installation and maintenance engineers, health & safety and quality assurance personnel, as well as internal or external customers. Information from Institute for Apprenticeship and Technical Education 2021.
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What will I study?

In this apprenticeship, you will be learning the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be successful in your chosen role; Knowledge in this role will give you an understanding of materials used in components/assemblies, principles of design and operation, manufacturing and assembly processes, safe use of tools and equipment, component/assembly specifications, techniques for measuring, marking, cutting and drilling materials, engineering mathematical and scientific principles, engineering data, component/assembly documentation, quality standards for components/assembly, health and safety, environmental considerations and planning techniques component/assembly quality checks. Behaviours learnt in this role include personal responsibility, teamwork, communication and problem solving.

How will I be assessed?

All apprentices now complete an end-point assessment to complete their qualification. This is delivered by an independent end-point assessment organisation with no affiliation to the employer or training provider. This is a national requirement and endpoint assessments are carried out by a third party assessor. End point assessments use a variety of assessment methods depending on the apprenticeship standard these can include:Professional Discussions. Interviews. Showcase portfolios. Practical assessment of skill. Theory assessments. Assignments and more

What qualifications do I need?

Employers are looking for apprentices who have GCSE Maths and english at Grade 4. Level 2 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-3 or equivalent, including Maths or english. Level 3 - 6 - A minimum of 5 GCSEs, graded 9-4 or equivalent, including Maths or english.

What can I progress onto?

This standard aligns with the professional recognition of IET for Eng Tech. Further progression to higher and degree level apprenticeships possible.

Other Information

If you don't currently have an employer and would like to undertake an apprenticeship, take a look at our vacancies at www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/Apprenticeship-Vacancies

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
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Mechanical engineers undertake research, design and development, direct the manufacture and manage the operation and maintenance of engines, machines, vehicle and ships’ structures, building services and other mechanical items.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

7.68%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£26,097
Entry
£45,691
Median
£68,733
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Organises and establishes control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of materials and systems.
  • Ensures that equipment, operation and maintenance comply with design specifications and safety standards.
  • Designs and develops mechanical equipment, such as steam, internal combustion and other non-electrical motors for railway locomotives, road vehicles and other machinery.
  • Determines materials, equipment, piping, capacities, layout of plant or system and specification for manufacture.
  • Undertakes research and advises on energy use, materials handling, thermodynamic processes, fluid mechanics, vehicles and environmental controls.

Knowledge

Mechanical Engineering and Technology Design Administration and Management Mathematics Production and Processing Computers and Electronics English Language

Skills

Reading Comprehension Mathematics Science Monitoring Active Learning Critical Thinking Active Listening Writing Speaking
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