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Machining Technician Apprenticeship

Machining Technician Apprenticeship

Level 3
Gloucester

Course Overview

Part Time
Certificate

The apprenticeship is aimed at new or existing employees who want to gain Machining skills and qualifications. 

 

Delivery model

Apprentices will attend college for two days per week over two years. Training, assessments and observations will also be completed in the workplace.

Duration

42 Months with 6 Months EPA period.

Ideal for:

  • Machinist
  • CNC Machinist
  • Programmer/Machinist
  • CNC Setter/Machinist 

Qualification 

EAL L3 Extended diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge)

The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:

  •  Understanding mathematical techniques, formula and calculation involved in the machining processes such as speeds and feeds, calculating angles/tapers, material removal
  • Understanding the workholding devices, cutting tools, and setting up procedures, in adequate depth to provide a sound basis for carrying out the activities, correcting faults and ensuring the work output is to the required specification
  • Producing complex and specialist components as a one-off test and trial work piece and/or producing components in small or large batches
  • Contributing to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices,
  • Processes and/or procedures

End Point Assessment will comprise of three elements:

  • An occupational Competence Validation Interview (Viva) drawing from a portfolio oevidence of occupational competence
  • Professional competence assessment (observation) undertaken by independent assessor(s)Professional Review (supported by a portfolio of evidence)
  • An online exam testing knowledge

Benefits to learners

  • Gain high level technical knowledge and practical experience
    by combining on the job training with academic study
  • Gain a valuable, national-recognised qualification
  • Fill skills gaps in businesses
  • English GCSE Grade 9-4 or A* - C, Maths GCSE Grade 9-4 or A* - C and Science GCSE at 9-4 or A*-C

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Machining Technician Apprenticeship

What You Will Pay

Please contact Student Services on 0345 155 2020 for pricing information.

The UK is a nation of car lovers and there are over 38.6 million vehicles on our roads, so it’s not surprising that the motor vehicle industry provides plenty of job opportunities.

There are many choices of career on offer, ranging from sales and customer services roles, through to technical roles such as diagnostic technician, master technician, MOT examiner, motorsport technician, paint technician or workshop supervisor.

We are a leading provider of motor vehicle courses and offer an extensive range of facilities and on-site workshops, including electronic diagnostic equipment, an MOT bay, ramps and tyre-changing facilities. This, coupled with our knowledgeable teaching staff, will enable you to get the relevant experience you need, working on real vehicles.

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Student Stories

Jess Hands

There are two incredible, spacious, full-equipped workshops to simulate a real working environment. I bought a 1989 Volkswagen Mk2 Polo Breadvan for a project and I am currently stripping and rebuilding the engine and the body work to become a show car. We receive great support from both our lecturers and learning mentors. My dream is to become a mechanic in F1 and be part of their pit crew!”

Jess Hands

Level 2 - Light Vehicle Maintenance – Gloucester Campus

Joe Mower

“I applied to GC to study Motor Vehicle to learn about cars and how to fix or diagnose problems with them, as it’s something I find interesting. I enjoy the help I get in lessons and being allowed to use the computers freely to do my work. Hopefully, after my course I will be able to do an apprenticeship at Toyota or Ford with the skills I have learnt. I would recommend anyone to apply to GC”

Joe Mower

Level 2 – Motor Vehicle – Gloucester Campus

Marcus Iles

Mechanics is a thing I’ve always liked, and I’ve fixed up cars and bikes before coming to college too. I’ve enjoyed meeting new people and the lecturers are always a laugh. The extra support I get is really good too. My dream career is to be a mechanic, and the course has helped me be really ready for that. I’d like to go into race mechanics after college and the skills I’ve learnt on my course mean that I feel confident to go into the workplace afterwards to fix brakes, change motors and engines – loads!

Marcus Iles

Level 2 – Motor Vehicle – Gloucester Campus

Our Facilities

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Motor Vehicle Workshops

You’ll find everything you’d expect in an industry-standard motor vehicle garage including vehicle lifts, workbenches, air compressors, hoses and diagnostic equipment for the repair and maintenance of vehicles.

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Proud To Be Working With

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Cleevely Electric Motors

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