Product Design & Development Technician – Engineering Technician Level 3

All the learners will begin with a 2 week induction covering the principles of the apprenticeship, Induction to Programme and additional courses such as:

• IOSH Working Safely
• Manual Handling
• Abrasive Wheels
• Slinging
• Diary keeping & continuous professional log
• Equality & Diversity
• Prevent Agenda
• Safeguarding
• Employment Rights & Responsibilities
• Introduction to Lean

To begin their journey through to becoming an Engineering Technician all learners start with off the job training covering 3 or 5 days dependent upon whether they are undertaking a full time or part time course. During this time learners will work towards achieving a Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) and a begin their Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) this knowledge element spans the whole of the programme.
Dependent upon prior qualifications learners may also need to complete functional skills in English & Maths to a minimum Level 2.

• Understand mathematical techniques, formula and calculation in a technical support environment.
• Understand material applications and methods of testing (destructive and non-destructive).
• Understand Computer Aided Design (CAD) methods and applications.
• Understand material joining applications and systems.
• Understand mechanical, electrical, electronic and process control systems.
• Understand measurement, monitoring, testing and diagnostic methods and techniques.

• Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used in the design and development of components, equipment and systems.
• Produce components and prototypes using a wide range of hand fitting techniques.
• Produce assemblies and rigs using a range of materials and techniques.
• Use mechanical, electrical and electronic testing devices and equipment.
• Prepare and use lathes, milling machines, as well as other general or specialist high technology equipment such as 3D printing/additive manufacturing techniques.
• Apply mechanical principles and joining techniques to develop products, devices and equipment.
• Apply electrical and electronic principles to develop product devices and equipment.
• Identify, diagnose and rectify design problems through the whole creation process including design studio, workshops, test environments or under laboratory conditions.
• Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures.