Mechatronics Maintenance Technician – Standard – Level 3

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Introduction

Mechatronics maintenance technicians carry out a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment. This requires the application of a blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines.

This occupation is found in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, defence, logistics, pharmaceutical, energy, food and drink, and wider advanced manufacturing and engineering sectors which utilise automated equipment with integrated systems and interfaces, where the equipment contains a blend of technologies such as mechanical, electrical, electronic and control, and fluid power.

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 

Length of programme  

Full time pathway – 30 months plus gateway and EPA 

Part Time pathway – 39 months plus gateway and EPA 

 

Practical workshop topics/units covered 

Full time length of course: 10 months in centre 

Part time length of course: 16 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. (Wednesday) 

Length of course: 30 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 areas that would be 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 
  • General Welding Applications / 
  • Assembling & Testing Fluid Power Systems 
  • Maintaining Electrical Equipment & Systems 
  • Wiring & Testing Electrical Equipment Circuits 

 

Level 3 Development Knowledge area’s that would be covered:

  • 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 
  • Engineering Project  
  • Mechanical principles of engineering systems 
  • Computer Aided Design (CAD) Techniques 
  • Electro- Pneumatic and hydraulic system and devices  
  • Maintenance of mechanical systems 

 

The apprentice must meet the gateway requirements before starting their EPA.  The EPA period is typically 6 months.  The learner must: 

  • Have achieved English and Mathematics qualifications in line with the apprenticeship funding rules 
  • Have passed EAL Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Diploma or Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma 
  • The apprentice must submit a portfolio of evidence for the interview 
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