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Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship

Mode of study

Part Time

Entry requirements

GCSE Maths 9-4 and GCSE English 9-4. Hold a Level 3 qualification in a subject related to the industry. Alternatively, have completed two A levels in science or technology subjects You should be employed, or have an employer willing to sponsor you. Applications are assessed on a case by case basis.

Course Code

WB4EMA1P/1

Duration

nk

Location

Work-Based Apprenticeships

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

You will sit various assessments throughout the course, alongside an endpoint assessment at the end of the programme.

About the course

This apprenticeship focuses on developing the technical skills required for a career in engineering and manufacturing. It covers key topics such as manufacturing processes, quality control, and the use of advanced machinery. Apprentices learn to interpret technical drawings, work with complex systems, and apply engineering principles to solve problems. The course also emphasises health and safety in the workplace, ensuring that apprentices are aware of best practices for operating safely in a manufacturing environment. By the end of the apprenticeship, learners will be prepared to take on technical roles in the engineering industry, with a strong foundation in both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.

Career options

Full-time employment. Upon completion, you can also progress to a higher level apprenticeship or qualification.

Career progression is excellent for apprentices, and over the course of their careers, those with an Apprenticeship earn on average, £100,000 more than those without. (A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Apprenticeships and Other Vocational Qualifications, University of Sheffield, 2007)

Course Content - What will I learn?

Plan and manage manufacturing processes; analyse and solve engineering problems; quality control; continuous improvement; use of advanced manufacturing technology.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

You will sit various assessments throughout the course, alongside an endpoint assessment at the end of the programme.