The role, as an apprentice engineer, will involve a wide range of duties within the factory setting. These will include the use of basic engineering machines such as metal workers, guillotines, band saws and drills, through to CNC cutting and folding machinery. The role will include experience in the use of programming and robotic welding. Within the role, the apprentice engineer will be fabricating, building and finishing a wide range of products. Full training on all elements of manufacture will be provided. The apprentice will be expected to work within the remits of Health and Safety.
Person Specification
At Difco, we require an apprentice with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Full training on use of machinery will be provided, therefore, experience is not necessary. It will be important to be able to work well both individually and within a team.
Applicable courses
Engineering Manufacturing Skills AcademySouth West College
Description
The course supports the skills and knowledge development requirements for access into the engineering working environment and contains 3 components: -
Engineering qualifications (Combined)
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering
(above cover: Welding , Fitting & Platework) Additional Units including:
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
CAD
PLC’s
Essential skills at an appropriate level in:
Numeracy
Literacy
ICT
The course supports learner skills and knowledge development for the following pathways: Maintenance Technology; Fabrication and Welding Technology; Electrical and Electronics Technology, Technical Support.
Modules
Health and Safety in Engineering
How to read and take engineering instructions in order to carryout engineering activities including the following
fillet lap joints
Tee fillet joints
corner joints
butt joints
Fitting
Produce components to specification using such things as
measuring and marking
sawing
filing
drilling
threading
power operated machines
Plate work
Produce plate work components and assemblies using the following processes:
shearing and punching
folding
oxy-acetylene and plasma cutting
Welding, mechanical fastenersHydraulics and Pneumatics
Understanding the use of Fluid Power within Engineering
Design circuits to suit the operation of engineering scenarios
Programmable and logical controllers (PLC’s)Wire and test PLCs and learn how to:
Use software to program Siemens PLCs
Control electro pneumatic circuits and motors
Use relay control and a range of sensors
Computer Aided Design
Understanding 3D design of products which apply to engineering and manufacturing sectors
Essential Skills and Broader transferable skills in preparation and to support working in an engineering environment.
Award
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
Validated By
City & Guilds
Eligibility
16+ fully funded
Entry Criteria
5no. A*-D GCSEs with at least a C in Maths or English
Duration
1.5
Start Date
Thursday 05 September 2024
End Date
Sunday 29 March 2026
Progression Pathway
Progression to Fast Track Level 3 for the following pathways
Maintenance Technology
Mechanical Manufacture
Fabrication and Welding Technology
Technical Support.
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