Study Type
Full Time
Study Level
Level 3
Start Date:
On demand
Duration
The length of your apprenticeship may depend on prior knowledge and skills. After clicking to register your interest, the college apprenticeship team will provide you with further information on how to access this route. Please note, this is not a guaranteed application and place on the course.

Course Sheets

Entry requirements

Minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9-4, including: English Grade 9-4 Maths Grade 9-4

Who the course is for

Overview of Role:  

The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex high value, low volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or systems, to the required specification. For example, turbines, cranes, gearboxes, production lines, rigs and platforms. Fitters may typically have a mechanical, electrical, electronic, control systems, pipe fitting or instrumentation bias or operate across multiple disciplines depending on the type of assembly. To produce or re-furbish the components fitters will interpret drawings/specifications and plan their work, for example ensuring they have the right tools, equipment and resources to complete the task to the required specification. Fitters are required to check their work against quality standards and make adjustments as required based on their knowledge. On completion of the task a fitter will hand over the product and prepare the work area for the next task by checking equipment meets the standards required to operate. They may be based in a workshop or client’s premises - this may include hazardous environments. 

Entry Requirements:  

There are no formal entry requirements but each employer will likely state their own requirements.  

Duration:  

The apprenticeship will typically take up to 42 months to complete. 

What the interview will involve

If you have an employer that is willing to take you on as an apprentice, please provide us with those details so we can contact them.

If you don’t have an employer, all of our current vacancies are available to see and apply for on The College website and on Isle of Wight Jobs. In the meantime, someone from the apprenticeship team will contact you with information on the next steps.

What you will learn

Delivery:  

Apprentices will complete work-based learning and will be paid a wage, gaining valuable knowledge and experience. In-house training will be provided by the employer with an Assessor visiting and supporting in the work place. Further training will be provided at the Isle of Wight College, depending on the needs of the learner and the employer. This method of delivery allows for a flexible approach which is tailored to each apprenticeship.  

Qualification:  

Mandatory Qualification 1?– Type 2 off the job qualification 

Title 

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – Awarding organization EAL; GLH 750, this qualification ensures full knowledge to complete the fitting role. 

OR

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) – Awarding organization Pearsons; GLH 720 – this qualification ensures full knowledge to complete the fitting role. 

Level of qualification?– 3 

Ofqual regulated?– Yes 

Qualification number (QAN)?– 603/1353/5 

Assessment:  

The apprenticeship will end with an End Point Assessment (EPA). This measures the skills, knowledge and behaviours each apprentice has developed. Employers will decide when the apprentice is ready to be assessed. 

The End Point Assessment consists of:  

  • Project: report including evidence and questioning  

  • Multiple choice test 

  • Professional discussion  

Progression
Apprentices will go into full time employment. Typical job roles include: Mechanical Fitter; Electrical Fitter; Electronic Fitter; Instrumentation Fitter; Pipe Fitter; Controls and Systems Fitter 
Fees

There may be a cost for purchasing equipment or uniform for this course. Find out about financial support available.

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