Duration:
Chesterfield – 42 months +3 months EPA
TSE – 36 Months +3 months EPA
On a successful completion, apprentices may be able to progress into part/full time employment or go on to further study
Every apprenticeship includes off-the-job training – equivalent to one day per week. This takes place during time normally spent at work but does not include the usual daily duties and responsibilities carried out as part of their normal role. It can consist of work and tasks ranging from projects, lectures and seminars to day release, blended learning and training to use specialist equipment.
It can form part of regular weekly sessions or be combined for larger blocks of time, depending on the approach that works best for the employer.
This occupation is found in the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) sector. AME includes Aerospace, Automotive, Maritime Defence, Nuclear and Construction sectors. 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.
EAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Machining
L2 Functional skills in English (If Applicable)
This standard aligns with the following professional recognition:
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