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Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineering technicians install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and controls across a wide range of industries. An apprenticeship is an ideal way of starting a career in this field.
What does the course involve?
Working on electrical voltages, fault finding, working from circuits, wiring and layout Diagrams (electrical and electronic)
• Implementing repairs and rectifying faults
• Using testing equipment, megger, test lamp, multimeter
• Implementation of safety procedures for
•Isolation
•Removal of fuses
•Locking off
•Permits to work
•Installing and maintaining plant equipment
Interested candidates should have the following skills & interests....
• Practical hand skills for handling tools
• Analytical problem solving skills
• Mathematical ability and understanding of scientific principles
• Candidates must have good colour vision
• Ability to read circuit diagrams
• Concentration with attention to detail
• Safety awareness is essential
The programme consists of the following five areas:
1. Initial Engineering Training
Initial Stage Training is intended to equip apprentices with a broadbase of basic engineering skills, knowledge and understanding. It is intended as a firm basis on which further work based skills can be developed. Apprentices entering the industry straight from school or college may require a substantial period of structured off-the-job training, under close supervision, before any on-the-job training can be undertaken. Learners will complete a number of units (depending on the Apprenticeship level) to satisfy this element.
2. NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Electrical Engineering
The NVQ consists of a number of units (dependent on the Apprenticeship level) and is assessed in the learner’s workplace. The learner produces a portfolio of evidence that is used to prove competence on a variety of engineering disciplines.
3. Technical Certificate
This covers knowledge and understanding of engineering disciplines.
4. Key Skills
There are five key skills that will need to be completed: Communication, application of Number, IT, Improving Own Learning and Performance, Working With Others. These will be met through off-the-job training and the NVQ. Depending on the GCSE grades, relaxations or proxies may be claimed (your Learning and Development Officer will discuss this with you).
5. Employment Responsibilities and Rights
The Government has decided that everyone on an Apprenticeship programme must understand their responsibilities and rights within the working environment. Your Learning and Development Officer will supply you with the workbook which must be completed within 6 months of the start date of your training. You will also need the support of your employer in completing some of the tasks.
