In the Advanced Manufacturing sector, an Engineering Machinist will be predominantly involved in highly skilled, complex and precision work, machining components from specialist materials using conventional and/or CNC machine tools such as centre lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, horizontal and cylindrical grinding machines, electro discharge machines, single and multi- axis CNC machine tools centres.
An Engineering Machinist be expected to be able set up, operate and adjust/edit equipment settings as applicable to the machine tool being used. When using CNC equipment they will be expected to be able to produce, prove and/or edit programmes. During and on completion of the machining operations they will be expected to measure and check the components being produced and make adjustments to the equipment/programme to ensure components meet the required specification.
Mandatory Qualifications
After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:
After a further period of skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:
The Level 2 Knowledge and Competency Diplomas are delivered 1 day a week for 2 years. The knowledge and competency units covered are:
Apprentices will then study the Level 3 Knowledge Diploma, which is delivered for 1 day a week for 2 years. The Level 3 Competency Diploma will be assessed in the work place for 2 years and the competency qualification units will be discussed and agreed with the employer. The Level 3 knowledge qualification units are:
Individual employers will set the selection criteria, but candidates will typically have 4 GCSEs at Grade C (4) or equivalent, including Mathematics, English and a Science subject
College attendance of one day per week will be required over the duration of the course. This will be in conjunction with further assessment in the workplace. Our well-equipped workshops will allow apprentices to carry out practical work in a safe environment.
College based assignments/examinations and accredited qualifications, work placed assessment in competency.
Completion of the Apprenticeship is designed to be recognised by relevant Professional Engineering Institutions at the appropriate level of professional registration (EngTech). In the case of the Military specific pathway in the Aircraft Maintenance Fitter/Technician Standard, professional competence will be recognised by the Military Independent Assessment Authority (MIAA).
Possible progression into further training as a Higher Apprentice Level 4/5 or a Degree Apprenticeship level 6 with the support of a suitable employer.
Level 2 competency units delivered and covered are:
Level 2 competency duration and times: Part-time attendance, 2 days a week for 36 weeks, 09.00-17.00
Level 2 competency units covered are:
All learners will have to undertake a Level 2 gateway assessment which may require a 1 week block assessment. Following this, learners shall attend at Colchester to study the modular delivery that occurs in each semester.
Colchester:Â Level 3 knowledge duration and times: 1 day a week, 36 weeks, 3 years, 09.00-17.00
Student will study the Level 3 Knowledge qualification, which is delivered for 1 day a week for 3 years and the Level 3 competency, which will be assessed in the work place. Level 3 competency qualification units will be discussed and agreed with the employer.
Level 3 Knowledge Units (All Pathways except Craft Machinist)
A selection of the Level 3 knowledge qualification units taught include:
Individual employers will set the selection criteria, but candidates will typically have 4 GCSEs at Grade C (4) or equivalent, including Mathematics, English and a Science subject
College attendance of 1 day per week will be required for four years. This will be in conjunction with further assessment in the workplace. Our well-equipped workshops will allow apprentices to carry out practical work in a safe environment.
College based assignments/examinations and accredited knowledge qualifications, work placed assessment in competency qualification. An end-point assessment takes place at the end of the apprenticeship with an independent organisation and apprentices must successfully complete this to pass the programme.
Completion of the Engineering Machinist Apprenticeship is designed to be recognised by relevant Professional Engineering Institutions at the appropriate level of professional registration (EngTech). In the case of the Military specific pathway in the Aircraft Maintenance Fitter/Technician Standard, professional competence will be recognised by the Military Independent Assessment Authority (MIAA).
Possible progression into further training as a Higher Apprentice Level 4/5 or a Degree Apprenticeship level 6 with the support of a suitable employer.
Having an Apprentice Engineering Machinist employee that can demonstrate the following behaviours:
The introduction of the Apprenticeship Levy in April 2017 has changed the way that government funds apprenticeships in England. All businesses operating within the UK with a wage bill of over £3million are required to contribute to the Apprenticeship Levy. Speak to an advisor at CI Business Solutions on 01206 712727 to make your levy payments work for you. Non-levy paying employers will need to contribute 5% of the maximum funding band as published by the Skills Funding Agency for the delivery of training and assessment for their apprenticeship. Levy paying employers will pay the full cost of the agreed funding band using their Digital Apprenticeship account. Employers with less than 50 employees who are recruiting an apprentice aged 16-18 years old will not be required to pay the contribution fee. Any associated cost to the individual will be made clear at the interview. Speak to an Advisor at CI Business Solutions on 01206 712727 to make your levy payments work for you.
College attendance of 1 day per week will be required for four years. This will be in conjunction with further assessment in the workplace. Our well-equipped workshops will allow apprentices to carry out practical work in a safe environment.
College based assignments/examinations and accredited knowledge qualifications, work placed assessment in competency qualification. An end-point assessment takes place at the end of the apprenticeship with an independent organisation and apprentices must successfully complete this to pass the programme.
Skilled and knowledgeable staff must be available to support the apprentice as they complete work- based tasks
Why should I choose Colchester Institute to support my recruitment and retention?
Colchester Institute is the largest college provider of apprenticeships in Greater Essex. We are experts at connecting the right people, to the right training, to the right business – and when it comes to Apprenticeships, our Apprenticeship Advisors can support your business every step of the way.
As part of our service we can support your business with:
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Previously apprenticeships were primarily aimed towards 16-18 year olds but government reforms introduced in March 2017 mean that there is no longer an upper age limit for commencing an apprenticeship, even if you already possess a degree or higher level qualification (all applicants must be eligible for funding).
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In order to study an apprenticeship you must have an employer willing to take you on as an apprentice and with an offer of employment in place.
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If you would be interested to find out more about how this apprenticeship can work for your business or already have a member of staff who this apprenticeship would be perfect for please contact us using the ‘Hire an Apprentice: Enquire Here’ button in the menu below.
The next start date for this apprenticeship programme is September 2022.
Level | Level 3 |
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Location | Colchester Braintree |
Duration | 42-48 months to complete |
Campus / Adult Skills Centre | Colchester Campus |
Attendance | One day a week College attendance |
Apprenticeship Funding Band (Levy paying employers) | £26,000 |
Employer Contribution Fee (Non-levy paying employers) | £1,300 |
Non-levy paying employers will need to contribute 5% of the maximum funding band as published by the Skills Funding Agency for the delivery of training and assessment for their apprenticeship. Levy paying employers will pay the full cost of the agreed funding band using their Digital Apprenticeship account.
Apprenticeship Funding Bands
Employers with less than 50 employees who are recruiting an apprentice aged 16-18 years old will not be required to pay the contribution fee. Any associated cost to the individual will be made clear at the interview.
All fees, prices and funding information shown on this page are for courses starting in the 2022-23 academic year unless stated otherwise, and are correct at the time of entering/printing information, however these may be subject to change due to factors outside of our control. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.
Courses fees are generally not confirmed for September until June / July due to the above factors.
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