Machining Technician Standard – Level 3

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Introduction

The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex and precision work by machining components. Components are machined from metal or specialist materials using conventional or CNC machine tools. Machining Technicians interpret information and plan their activities. They also set up, operate and adjust machine tool settings.

Progression 

Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4  (For candidates in an appropriate job roles) 

1 week induction covering the below workshops and qualifications 

  • Programme induction 
  • IOSH working safely 
  • Reading engineering drawings 
  • Abrasive wheels 
  • Manual handling 
  • Safeguarding, equality and diversity 

Practical workshop topics/units covered 

Full time length of course: 7 months in centre 

Part time length of course: 14 months weeks in centre 

24 days in each section – 6 weeks or 12 weeks depending on programme pathway (Full time or part time) 

Level 3 Development Knowledge 

One session a week am or pm / self-study time.  

Length of course: 84 session 22 months  

Assessor visits  

A monthly assessment visit is scheduled, whereby a member of our engineering assessment team will be allocated to the learner to complete KSB evidence (knowledge, skills and behaviours) 

Practical workshop topics/units covered:

  • Producing Components Using Hand Fitting Techniques 
  • Preparing & Using Lathes for Turning Operations 
  • Preparing & Using Milling Machines 
  • Producing CAD Models (drawings) using a CAD System 
  • Preparing and Programming CNC Machines 

 

Level 3 Development Knowledge:

  • Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace 
  • Communications for Engineering Technicians 
  • Mathematics for Engineering Technicians 
  • Properties & Applications of Engineering Materials 
  • Engineering inspection and quality control  
  • Engineering Drawing  
  • Workplace Improvements 
  • Advanced manufacturing techniques CNC  
  • Advanced Turning  
  • CNC programming/ machining 

The apprentice must meet the gateway requirements before starting their EPA.  The EPA period is typically 4 months.  The learner must: 

  •  Have achieved the English and Maths in line with the apprenticeship funding rules 
  •  Have passed EAL L3 Extended diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge) or Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Machining) (Development Technical Knowledge) or City and Guilds Machining technician (1273) 
  •  Submit a portfolio of evidence for the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence 
  •  For the practical assessment with questions the EPAO must discuss with the employer the suitable machine(s) type and components produced by the apprentice in the workplace in the normal course of the role. 
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