Training 2000
Entry Requirements
A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English, Maths, Science and Technology is desirable. Other equivalent qualifications are acceptable.
Study Mode
Full time
Duration
- 3-4 years depending on employers needs
- Year 1* – 20 weeks full time at Training 2000
- OR x3 five week blocks and x1 two week block plus one day per week for the Technical Certificate
- Year 2 – 1 day per week to complete the Technical Certificate / assessment in the workplace
- Year 3/4 – assessment in the workplace
Timetable
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Machining technicians produce complex and precision machined products that are typically used in machinery. For example, aeroplanes and vehicles. They can also produce bespoke components or products for domestic appliances or medical equipment. They use a variety of machines to carry out their work. For example, centre lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, horizontal and cylindrical grinding machines. Electro discharge machines, single and multi-axis Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machine tools centres. Gear cutting and Gear Grinding machines.
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Overview
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, adjust or edit machine tool settings. When using CNC equipment, they can produce, prove or edit programmes. They inspect components and machinery, report issues and support continuous improvement activities.
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What will I study?
Pathways available:
- Turning – Spinning a piece of material on a lathe to shape it, like making round parts
- Milling – Using a machine to cut shapes and features into metal or other materials
Safety
Conduct safety checks and performance monitoring for machining, associated equipment and surrounding work area.Interpreting data
Receive, read and interpret engineering data and documentation, engineering drawings and technical data. Contribute to or plan the days machining schedule.Quality control
Check and inspect materials to be machined to ensure that they conform to quality standards. Identify and report any issues or faults such as incorrect grades, dimensions and thicknesses.Planning
Plan and prepare sequence for the machining activities. Ensure that the correct tooling, work holding, and materials are used. This applies to conventional complex or CNC complex machining tasks.Operations
Set up, operate, or adjust conventional machines or set up, prove and validate CNC machining equipment settings and programs for the machine tool being used.Machining components
Machine high-quality complex components using a broad range of processes. For example, internal or external thread cutting, slots and pockets, internal or external under cutting. Also profile forms, tapered and eccentric diameters, bored holes, and tee slots.Evaluation
Inspect components produced. Adjust the machining equipment or program and tooling to ensure components meet quality requirements.Reporting issues
Identify, communicate and report issues affecting machining component quality, quantity and deadlines.Standard operational procedures
Complete machining documentation at all stages of the work activity. For example, standard operational procedures, control documentation and contribution to audits.Working environment
Maintain and restore the machining work area, performing housekeeping and waste management as appropriate. Ensure tools, unused materials and equipment are returned to a safe, clean and approved condition on completion of machining work.Communication
Keep stakeholders for example, customers, colleagues and line managers informed about machining work.Inspections
Perform scheduled daily inspection and machine shut down or safe isolation.Continuous improvement
Support continuous improvement activity to address business problems. -
Where will I study?
Training will take place at Training 2000, Blackburn.
- 3-4 years depending on employers needs
- Year 1* – 20 weeks full time at Training 2000
- OR x3 five week blocks and x1 two week block plus one day per week for the Technical Certificate
- Year 2 – 1 day per week to complete the Technical Certificate / assessment in the workplace
- Year 3/4 – assessment in the workplace
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English and Maths
You will only need to complete English and Maths Functional Skills if you are unable to provide evidence of your GCSE qualifications or if your existing grades are just below the required entry requirements.
Apprentices who began their apprenticeship training when aged 19+ will no longer be subject to the mandatory requirement to study towards and achieve English and maths. However, for apprentices aged 19+, the apprentice or their employer can still choose for the apprentice to study towards an English and maths qualification.
The Functional Skills programme runs as an addition to the time you are already required to spend doing your off-the-job training. Following a thorough assessment process, we will select a learning plan suitable for you, which will be either 2-weeks full-time or 12-weeks (one day per-week) each for English and/or maths.
If a subject needs re-sitting, this will be additional time in the classroom on top of your learning plan.
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Entry Requirements
A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English, Maths, Science and Technology is desirable. Other equivalent qualifications are acceptable.
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How will I be assessed?
At the end of your Apprenticeship you’ll go through an end-point assessment (EPA) and be graded based on a:
- Knowledge test
- Practical demo with questions
- Interview, underpinned with portfolio evidence
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What can I do next?
Level 4 HNC Manufacturing
Level 5 HND Manufacturing
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