Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Level 3
This apprenticeship will give you the knowledge and skills to work as a Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician (MOET), and there are four routes to choose from which are Electrical Technician, Mechanical Technician, Electrical System and Process Control Technician, and Electromechanical Technician.
A MOET engineer role will typically maintain the safety, integrity and effective operation of plant and equipment relevant to the industry/sector they are working in, whether electricity generation, telecommunications, processing, manufacturing and production, and many more. They will work on various types of plant and equipment commonly found throughout engineering industry sectors, and will be involved in installation, testing, servicing, removal, replacement, maintenance and repair of a range of equipment, as part of planned preventative and reactive maintenance programmes. They may also undertake decommissioning activities when plant is being removed from service. Meeting quality standards and compliance with health & safety legislation is also essential, as well as the development of professional skills such as effective communication, team working, organisational skills.
A key component of the standard is the development of both theory knowledge and practical skills relevant to the role of a maintenance and operations technician.
Entry requirements
To start the course you must be employed in a relevant role for a minimum of 30 hours per week. You should have as a minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent at grade 4 or above, including English, Science or technical subject and GCSE Maths (higher paper) at grade 5 or above.
What will I study?
This apprenticeship will give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work as Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician and we offer the following routes:
- Electrical Technician
- Mechanical Technician
- Electrical System and Process Control Technician
- Electromechanical Technician
You will also work towards the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Diploma and produce a portfolio of evidence on which the End-Point Assessment (EPA) technical interview will be based.
Method of delivery
At College apprentices attain the knowledge required to complete the apprenticeship and the work-based assessor/reviewer will visit the workplace to carry out reviews and practical observations in conjunction with the employer training. A flexible model of delivery is available based on the employer’s needs and can include an optional Level 2 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed throughout the duration of your apprenticeship. Successful achievement of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) will lead to final certification of the apprenticeship. The assessment, with an independent assessor, will comprise of:
- Knowledge assessment (multiple-choice paper) - apprentices will be required to complete a standardised scenario based knowledge assessment consisting of 30 multiple-choice questions, taken under examination conditions.
- Practical Assessment - this observation will provide the opportunity for the apprentice to synoptically demonstrate core and specific knowledge, skills and behaviours on actual plant and equipment in a realistic work situation.
- Technical Interview - the interview will be based on the contents of the evidence portfolio, which may be compiled throughout the apprenticeship and finalised during the end-point assessment period.
Additional costs
There are no specific College programme related costs, however you will be advised of any additional costs during your application and enrolment process.
Qualifications received
Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Level 3.
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Diploma Level 3
Good course combinations
It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
This apprenticeship has professional recognition: Institution of Engineering and Technology - Engineering Technician. You can also work towards higher-level apprenticeships and qualifications.
To find out more about how to become an apprentice or how to recruit an apprentice into your business, please contact:
York College Apprenticeships Team:
Tel: 01904 770368
Email: apprenticeships@yorkcollege.ac.uk
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