In a nutshell
What are the qualifications about?
This qualification is now closed for new registrations. Certification will remain open until 30 June 2012.
Demonstrate you have the skills to commission or install engineering plants, equipment and systems. The NVQ in Insulation and Commissioning covers essential skills like safety, engineering communications and effective work habits.
You'll also show your ability in installing or commissioning a particular kind of system, such as electrical, mechanical, fluid power, lifts or escalators.
Who are they for?
This qualification is for anyone working in the installation and commissioning of engineering equipment or systems. There are options to suit a wide range of specialities. You don't need any prior qualifications to take this NVQ.
Why choose City & Guilds?
A City & Guilds qualification is proof that you have the right skills to do your job well - which is why so many employers look for people who have one. You can be confident your qualification is well respected within your industry.
City & Guilds qualifications are engaging and rewarding, and can lead to a whole range of fulfilling careers - including many of the UK's happiest professions.
Fast facts
| Qual. number: | 1684 |
|---|---|
| Type: | NVQ |
| Level: | 3 |
| TBC | |
| Duration: | TBC |
| Fundable? | Yes. See the Learning Aims Database |
| Last registration: | 31/12/2010 |
Your questions
... if you're taking these qualifications
- What sorts of things do they cover?
For your NVQ in Installation and Commissioning you'll cover things like safety, working efficiently and how to use engineering drawings and documentation.
You'll also focus on a specialist topic - you can choose from things like:
- equipment installation
- commissioning
- traction lift installation
- hydraulic lift installation
- escalator installation and commissioning.
- How will I learn and be assessed?
To gain an NVQ, you need to show you've got a particular set of skills. You usually work with your training provider to review your current skills and find the best way to gain new ones - perhaps by trying new things at work, or by studying.
NVQs are assessed at work or in a simulated workplace. For each unit your assessor watches and asks questions as you perform a task, or looks at a portfolio of work that you've built as formal evidence of your learning. Then they confirm you've got the skills to do the job well.
- Which level is right for me?
Level 3
You've been working in installation and commissioning for a while and have a great deal of technical skill as well as knowledge of techniques, materials and equipment. You work with minimum supervision or may be in a leadership role yourself.
- How long do they take?
The NVQ in Installation and Commissioning usually takes:
- 6 months to 1 year full time
- 1 to 2 years part time.
This is a rough guide - each centre decides its own timescales and you can often learn at your own pace.
- What jobs could they lead to?
Achieving this qualification can help you progress in a role where you're responsible for:
- installing heating, ventilation, water distribution or other equipment
- commissioning equipment and systems
- traction lift installation
- hydraulic lift installation
- escalator installation.
- This qualification may also help you advance in your career by allowing access to professional registration for engineering technicians. Learn more about engineering technician registration at The Instituution of Engineering and Technologuy website.
If you'd like to move in to a leadership role within engineering, you can follow up this qualification by taking the NVQ in Business Improvement Techniques.
... if you're delivering these qualifications
- How would we deliver and assess them?
To deliver an NVQ, you need qualified assessors - you can train internal members of staff or recruit specially.
To find all the requirements for assessment and delivery, download the course handbooks from the key documents section.
- What resources do we need?
In order to offer the NVQ in Installation and Commissioning, you will need:
- suitably qualified staff to carry out training and assessment
- suitable facilities to carry out the required training to enable learners to achieve industry standards.
Full details are contained within the qualification handbook.
- How can we get approval to offer them?
New to City & Guilds?
First become a centre - then you can apply for qualification approval.
Already a centre?
Download and complete the qualification approval form (PDF) and send it to your local City & Guilds office.
- Are there any learner eligibility requirements?
All learners must be employed in the installation and commissioning of engineering plant, equipment and systems. You must make sure they can access all the resources they need to complete the qualification.
- Do these qualifications replace any others?
The Level 3 NVQ in Installation and Commissioning replaces 1701 Engineering Installation and Commissioning.
e-learning support
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Related qualifications
Related careers
- Heating, ventilation or water distribution installer
- Traction or hydraulic lift installer
- Escalator installer
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