Performing Engineering Operations Apprenticeship Level 2
Summary
“Engineers design and build things that make our world go round. Everything, from aeroplanes to building, comes back to engineering. This hugely diverse field can be divided into seven sub-categories: aerospace, automotive, metals, electrical equipment, electronics, marine maintenance, and mechanical engineering. This Apprenticeship covers a range of job roles in these sub-sectors.” – National Apprenticeship Service
This apprenticeship is for people who want to become a qualified Engineer, and provides an ideal foundation for a wide range of occupations within the engineering field.
An apprenticeship is a great way to gain a qualification and earn real money. At the end of the course, you will have a nationally recognised qualification and no debts to pay! Over 85% of our engineering apprentices are offered permanent positions by their employers once they have completed their apprenticeship.
With a Level 2 Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations, you are qualified to the level of a a junior craftsperson and may progress to a more senior position with more responsibility. Thereafter you can start working towards the Level 3 Diploma, where you can select from Engineering Maintenance, Fabrication and Welding, and Mechanical Manufacturing.
This course could be the foundation in your career, and in the future you could work as an electrical engineering technician, electronic engineering technician, engineering craft/CNC machinist, engineering maintenance fitter, engineering operative, mechanical engineering technician, metals industry production operative, project manager or programme director.
You may be interested in studying further and completing a Diploma in Engineering Leadership, Diploma in Business Improvement, Diploma in People Management, an HNC in Engineering or an FdSc Engineering.
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| Performing Engineering Operations Apprenticeship Level 2 | Cornwall College Camborne (map) | TBC | TBA | PLEASE CALL* |  |  |  | |
| Performing Engineering Operations Apprenticeship Level 2 | Cornwall College St Austell (map) | TBC | TBA | PLEASE CALL* | | | | |
Who is this course for?
This apprenticeship is designed for people who want to train on the job to become a qualified Engineer.
You must have good practical skills, be able to follow technical drawings and work carefully and methodically. This course supports those working as junior craftsperson or technician.
Entry requirements
To enrol in this apprenticeship, you need to be aged 16 and over, ideally have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C (preferably English, Maths and IT) and be employed within a suitable position.
If you are interested in this apprenticeship and do not have the required GCSEs or an employer, speak to one of our Cornwall College Business Liaison Officers on 0800 731 7594.
Course overview
You will attend lectures at the Camborne or St Austell campus 1 day per week for 2 years.
During this apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to select your pathway to suit your job e.g. engineering practices or technical support. You may produce models/drawings on a CAD system and use a variety of applications e.g. fabrication and welding or maintenance engineering.
You will put together a portfolio of evidence to show that you are competent at the tasks you do every day, while receiving support from experienced Cornwall College tutors.
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the following qualifications:
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations
- Level 2 EAL Diploma in Engineering and Technology
What's next?
With a Level 2 Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations, you are qualified to the level of a a junior craftsperson and may progress to a more senior position with more responsibility. Thereafter you can start working towards the Level 3 Diploma, where you can select from Engineering Maintenance, Fabrication and Welding, and Mechanical Manufacturing.
This course could be the foundation in your career, and in the future you could work as an electrical engineering technician, electronic engineering technician, engineering craft/CNC machinist, engineering maintenance fitter, engineering operative, mechanical engineering technician, metals industry production operative, project manager or programme director.
You may be interested in studying further and completing a Diploma in Engineering Leadership, Diploma in Business Improvement, Diploma in People Management, an HNC in Engineering or an FdSc Engineering.
Progression Routes
- Fabrication and Welding Apprenticeship Level 3
- Mechanical Manufacturing Apprenticeship Level 3
- Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship Level 3
Why choose us?
- We are the leading provider of professional business training in the South West
- Our trainers have recent and relevant industry experience
- CCB provides learning for companies who want to train their staff as well as individuals who are seeking their own personal development
- With over 1000 courses including business skills, qualifications, bespoke training as well as a range of apprenticeship programmes, we help you add new skills to your organisation
- CCB offers flexible course delivery
- We can tailor any course to suit your business needs
- We have funding available to make your training budget go further
- An independent research study has shown that companies that have trained with CCB have seen 17% more growth than companies that have not
Additional Information
If you are interested in this apprenticeship, contact Cornwall College Business and complete an online apprenticeship form. If you meet the requirements, you will be invited for an interview and be given advice and guidance on how to proceed.
There are no apprenticeship course fees charged for anyone between the ages of 16 and 18. For those aged 19 and over, fees do apply.
Contact us for more information.
* All prices shown on this website are accurate to the best of our knowledge, however, we reserve the right to amend the price of a course without prior notice. Prices may be subject to additional charges for registration, books or examinations. Please call our course booking team to find out the latest prices for this course - 0800 731 7594.
