NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support
Firstly, this NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support qualification is designed to support those learners training in Engineering Technical Support. However, it is also available for individuals who are not following an apprenticeship. Additionally, it provides a structured individualised route for those who wish to achieve a qualification in Engineering Technical Support.
Secondly, this qualification is made up of 3 mandatory units that will help learners to develop an understanding of the knowledge and skills required as relevant to their capabilities and aspirations. Therefore, its mandatory units form a foundation to extend the understanding and skills in specific areas through the optional routes. Furthermore, learners are required to achieve additional units selected from a suite of 6 Pathways. Adjacent to this, in accordance with the achievement definition. As such, learners who complete the qualification will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to underpin career development within the industry.
Who is the NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support course for?
The NVQ Engineering Support Technician qualification is designed to support those people who work in Engineering. Therefore, it provides a structured individualised route. Furthermore, providing knowledge and skills for those who wish to achieve a qualification in Engineering Technical Support.
How long do I get to complete the NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support qualification?
You are allowed 12 months to complete from registration. As such, your progress can be monitored in OneFile as we will program your start and finish dates. Accordingly, if you do not complete within the given time, you can extend on a month by month basis.
Mandatory Units: (All 3 must be completed) – All Pathways
- Firstly, Complying with Statutory Regulations and Organisational Safety Requirements (A/601/5013)
- Secondly, Using and Interpreting Engineering Data and Documentation (Y/601/5012)
- Thirdly, Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering (K/601/5055)
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Pathways
Must Complete 1 of the following (150 credits each):
- Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
- Producing Engineering Drawings/Models using 3D Computer Aided Techniques
- Producing Electrical Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
- Producing Electronic Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
- Producing Fabrication/Structural Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
- Producing Fluid Power Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
- Producing Engineering Systems/Services Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Must complete 1 of the following units:
- Inspecting Mechanical Products
- Inspecting Components using Co-Ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
- Inspecting Fabricated Components and Structures
- Carrying Out Visual Inspection of Welded Fabrications
- Inspecting and Testing Electrical Products
- Inspecting and Testing Electronic Products
- Checking and Calibrating Mechanical Inspection Equipment
- Checking and Calibrating Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment
- Checking and Calibrating Process Control Instrumentation
Must complete EITHER – One of the following pairs of units:
- Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities
- Inspecting Engineering Products using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
- Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing Activities
- Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities
OR two units from the following:
- Determining Technical Requirement for Non-Destructive Testing
- Specifying Non-Destructive Testing Instructions for Inspection Activities
- Inspecting Engineering Products by Penetrant Flaw Detection Techniques
- Inspecting Engineering Products by Magnetic Particle Testing
- Analysing and Interpreting the Results of Radiographic Tests
Must complete one of the following units:
- Providing Operational Support for Computer Control Programs
- Loading and Proving Computer Control Programs
Plus one more from the following:
- Producing Operating Programs for Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
- Producing Off-line Programs for Programmable Logic Controller Equipment
- Producing Operating Programs for Industrial Robots
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Laser Profiling Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Fabrication Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Turning Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Milling Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Grinding Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Gear Cutting Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Electro-Discharge Machining
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Boring Machines
- Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Machining Centres
Must complete the following unit:
- Resolving Engineering Problems
Plus three more units one of which must be from Group A
Group A Units
- Firstly, Planning Engineering Activities
- Implementing Engineering Activities
- Monitoring Engineering Activities
- Producing Technical Information for Engineering Activities
- Obtaining Resources for Engineering Activities
- Obtaining and Controlling Materials for Engineering Activities
- Providing Technical Sales and Marketing Support for Engineering Activities
- Implementing Quality Control Systems and Procedures in an Engineering Environment
- Scheduling Engineering Activities
- Determining Engineering Requirements for the Supply of Products or Services
- Carrying out Condition Monitoring of Engineering Plant and Equipment
- Carrying out Fault Diagnosis on Engineering Plant and Equipment
- Lastly, Supporting Logistics Operations in an Engineering Manufacturing Environment
Group B Units:
- Firstly, Providing Technical Advice and Guidance on Engineering Activities
- Carrying out Project Management of Engineering Activities
- Developing and Maintaining Effective Customer Relationships
- Handing Over and Exchanging Responsibility for Control of Engineering Activities
- Carrying out Health and Safety Risk Assessments on Engineering Activities
- Producing Contractual Arrangements to Supply or Procure Goods or Services for Engineering Activities
- Lastly, Using and maintaining Business Procedures and Protocols in an Engineering Environment
The learner must complete all of the following units:
- Firstly, Determining Engineering Software Requirements
- Secondly, Producing Engineering Software Design
- Additionally, Producing Engineering Software Implementation
- Lastly, Testing Engineering Software
Furthermore, learners will need to complete one additional unit from the following:
- Firstly, Performing Engineering Software Analysis Techniques
- Measuring Engineering Software Quality
- Performing Engineering Software Configuration Management
- Performing Engineering Software Acquisition
- Performing Engineering Software Safety Assessments
- Performing Low Level Programming for Engineering Software
- Lastly, Performing Computer System Security Assessments for Engineering Software
CSCS Card Eligibility
By enrolling on the NVQ Diploma Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, you can meet one of the requirements to apply for the RED CSCS – TRAINEE card.
See here-> Card Finder (cscsonline.uk.com)
