Weston College, Further Education for 16-18 year olds

Engineering Operative (Apprenticeship Level 2)

Introduction:

The Engineering Operative Apprenticeship is a comprehensive program that provides aspiring engineering apprentices with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform a variety of operational tasks in the field of engineering. By completing this apprenticeship, participants will gain valuable hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge that will prepare them for a successful career in engineering. The apprenticeship offers learners the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various job-related tasks, including maintaining equipment, operating machinery, assembling components and conducting quality control checks.

Entry Requirements:

Must achieve a minimum of Level 1 in initial assessments or already have GCSE A-C or 9-4.

Functional Skills:

Apprentices without Level 1 (or equivalent e.g., GCSE A-C or 9-4) in English and maths must ensure that apprentices achieve Level 1 and take the test for Level 2 prior to taking the endpoint assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement the apprenticeships English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3 and British Sign Language qualification are an alternative to English qualifications for whom this is their primary language.

Duration:

18 months (Inc. EPA).

Progression:

Completion of this Engineering Operative (Level 2) apprenticeship can lead to progression opportunities into the following careers:

Engineering Technician

Dependent on employer requirements, progression onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship

Funding:

Levy paying employers may fund apprentices on this programme from their Apprenticeship Account and non-levy paying SMEs through the co-funded option. There may be a small fee for some SME’s

End Assessment:

The EPA consists of 2 assessment methods:

Practical observation – to assess the apprentice’s application of skills within the apprentice’s place of work or in a suitable environment away from the workplace (for example In a centre approved by the EPAO)
Professional discussion – to holistically assess KSBs across the standard and will be informed by reflective portfolio

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