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Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
Level 3Course Overview
Full Time
Certificate
Certificate
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. This requires the application of a blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines.
Delivery model and duration:
Years 1–2 (College – 2 days/week)
• Year 1: Electrical & Electronic
(Cheltenham)
• Year 2: Mechanical incl.
pneumatics & hydraulics
(Gloucester)
Years 3–4 (Workplace)
• On-the-job training
• Assessed knowledge,
skills & behaviours
• Full occupation
Duration: 42 months plus 6 months End Point Assessment
The apprenticeship will cover the following core areas:
• Key technologies
• Fluid power
• Hydraulics
• Electrical systems
• Electronic systems
• Programmable logic
controllers (PLCs)
• Robotics
• Mechanical systems
• Control systems
Benefits to business:
• Fill skills gaps in your organisation
• Keep the business up to date with the latest industry
knowledge and innovative practice
• Develop new talent or existing employees looking to
progress in their careers
• Benefit from full support from GC
Benefits for learners:
• Combine on-the-job training with academic study
to gain the latest technical knowledge and practical
industry experience at no cost
• Gain a valuable, nationally-recognised qualification
Ideal for:
• Field service maintenance
technician
• Maintenance technician
• Maintenance team member
• Mechatronics technician
• Multi-skilled site maintenance
technician
Knowledge developed will include:
Engineering maintenance principles and typical maintenance problems
Engineering materials, consumables, standards and regulations
Risk identification, hazard control and safety procedures
Mechanical, electrical, electronic and control system principles
Key technologies including fluid power, hydraulics, PLCs, robotics and mechatronics systems
Fault finding techniques and maintenance strategies
Quality systems, software management and sustainability principles
Skills developed will include:
Use IT and interpret technical documentation
Plan and carry out maintenance activities safely
Conduct equipment assessment and fault diagnosis
Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using tools and machinery
Perform reactive, planned and preventative maintenance
Use testing and measuring equipment and apply engineering calculations
Produce sketches, records and technical reports
Maintain and store documentation including PLC and robot programmes
Behaviours developed will include:
Supportive of the needs and concerns of others
Committed to continued professional development (CPD).
Take personal responsibility for their own sustainable working practices.
Take personal responsibility for and promote health and safety.
Professionalism.
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Entry Criteria: GCSCs in English, maths and science at grades 9 - 4 or A* - C
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Engineering covers a wide range of careers and exciting job opportunities. You could work in communications, electrical or electronic engineering, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, medical technology, power systems and transport – to name a few!
Studying engineering at Gloucestershire College not only gives you the opportunity to get career-focused qualifications, but you’ll also have access to some of the best facilities available, which are vital to support study in this technology-based field.
Engineering is a key sector in Gloucestershire, so you’ll get excellent opportunities for work experience with our employer partners. You’ll also be in a great position to progress on to a range of higher apprenticeships, trailblazer degree programmes and foundation degrees that are validated by the University of the West of England, and delivered by the College at our Gloucester Campus.
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