Engineering

The qualification within this suite is included in the Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard. The apprenticeship is for Engineering Technicians in the Aerospace and Aviation, Maritime Defence and wider Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Sector. The qualifications within the 4605 suite relates to the following occupations:

• Aerospace Manufacturing Fitter
• Aerospace Manufacturing Electrical/Mechanical and Systems Fitter
• Aircraft Maintenance Fitter/ Technician (Fixed and Rotary Wing)
• Airworthiness, Planning, Quality and Safety Technician

4605-02 Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Foundation Competence)

The 4605-02 Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Foundation Competence) is for learners who are interested in developing the specific skills and competency for people who want to work in the Aerospace and Aviation sector within the Military.

It is a competence qualification which will be undertaken in the foundation phase (first year) of the apprenticeship. This qualification will be taken in conjunction with the Level 2 Diploma in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering (Foundation Knowledge) (4705) qualification. Although a competence based qualification the assessment would take place ‘off the job’ in a College or Training environment in the foundation phase (first year) of the apprenticeship.

This Level 2 qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-18, 19+.

4605-03 Level 3 Diploma in (Development Competence)

The 4605-03, Level 3 Diploma in Aerospace Manufacturing  (Development Competence) and progression from Level 2 and is for learners who are interested in developing the specific skills and competency for people who want to work in the Aerospace and Aviation sector within the Military.

It is a competence qualification which will be undertaken in the development phase (second year) of the apprenticeship. This qualification will be taken in conjunction with the Level 3 Diploma in Aerospace Manufacturing (Development Knowledge) (4705) qualification. Although a competence based qualification the assessment would take place ‘off the job’ in a College or Training environment in the development phase (second year) of the apprenticeship.

This Level 3 qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-18, 19+. To deliver these qualifications, centres will need to provide their learners with a suitable learning environment and the resources they need to complete the practical aspects of the qualification.

The qualification within this suite is included in the Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard. The apprenticeship is for Engineering Technicians in the Aerospace and Aviation, Maritime Defence and wider Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Sector. The qualification within the 4615 suite relates to the following occupations:

•Maritime Electrical Fitter
•Maritime Mechanical Fitter
•Maritime Fabricator
•Maritime Pipeworker

4615-02 Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Defence (Foundation Competence)

The Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Defence (Foundation Competence) is for learners who are interested in developing the specific skills and competency for people who want to work in the defence and commercial shipping sector.

It is a competence qualification which will be undertaken in the foundation phase (first year) of the apprenticeship. This qualification will be taken in conjunction with the Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Defence (Foundation Knowledge) (4715) qualification. Although a competence based qualification the assessment would take place ‘off the job’ in a College or Training environment in the foundation phase (first year) of the apprenticeship.

This Level 2 qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-18, 19+.

4615-03 Level 3 Diploma in Maritime Defence (Development Competence)

The Level 3 Diploma in Maritime Defence (Development Competence) is for learners who are interested in developing the specific skills and competency for people who want to work in the defence and commercial shipping sector.  

 It is a competence qualification which will be undertaken in the development phase (second year) of the apprenticeship. This qualification will be taken in conjunction with the Level 3 Diploma in Maritime Defence (Development Knowledge) (4715) qualification. Although a competence based qualification the assessment would take place ‘off the job’ in a College or Training environment in the development phase (second year) of the apprenticeship.

This Level 3 qualification is aimed at learners aged 16-18, 19+. To deliver these qualifications, centres will need to provide their learners with a suitable learning environment and the resources they need to complete the practical aspects of the qualification.