Electrical Maintenance Apprenticeship at Level 2 (EAL)

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Qualifications gained are NVQ2 performing engineering operations Level 2 intermediate certificate in engineering and technology Functional skills at level 1 and 2. Electrical apprentices spend their first 3 months of their training within the electronic workshop; developing an understanding of electrical theory, designing and constructing basic electrical circuits. They will also learn the basic skills required such as using hand tools to terminate various cables. Once all of this knowledge is absorbed the apprentices then move into the electrical workshop where they begin manufacturing wiring support systems, installing electrical circuits and maintaining in various environments. Typical jobs within the workshop include: Bending and threading conduit Forming PVC conduit Making bends in cable trunking and cable tray Learning the different types of cable sizes and their purposes Understanding of associated rules and regulations During the first 2 years of the apprenticeship the apprentices must complete 6 PEO units, which involve planning, designing, installing and maintaining electrical circuits. A variety of lectures will also be provided to the apprentices covering the following subjects: Cable calculations Earthing and bonding Electrical Maintenance Three phase supplies Transformers Motors Electrical Regulations Electrical theory and calculations On completion of all NVQ units apprentices are ready for on-site placements where they will be getting involved with more complex electrical maintenance activities.

Course information

Name: Electrical Maintenance Apprenticeship at Level 2 (EAL) Qualification title: NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations Qualification type: Assessment Assessment is by a variety of methods but primarily as on the job assessment of competence. During the academy phase of training assessment of practical skills via work produced in our workshops; on-site competence assessment of complex 'real' work is undertaken. Examinations and assignments are used for theory qualifications. Awarding EMTA Awards Ltd Created 20100518 08:32:48 Updated 20150115 08:29:16

Entry requirements

All core equipment required is supplied by AWE e.g. PPE Equipment required All core equipment required is supplied by AWE e.g. PPE

Provider

AWE PLC
careers@awe.co.uk
0118 982 9000
http://www.awe.co.uk/careers/

Address

The Skills Academy, Building C9.1
Aldermaston Town: READING County:SOUTH EAST ENGLAND