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Course Overview

Course Overview

The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex and precision work by machining components. Components are machined from metal or specialist materials using conventional or CNC machine tools.

Machining Technicians interpret information and plan their activities. They also set up, operate, adjust or edit machine tool settings. When using CNC equipment, they can produce, prove or edit programmes. They inspect components and machinery, report issues and support continuous improvement activities. They typically work in a

manufacturing environment. Depending on the organisation, they may be required to work at height or work shifts.

Prosp User 1

Qualification

Qualification
Non regulated provision, Level 3, Manufacturing Technologies

English, Science and Maths GCSE's grades 4/C or above or equivalent are essential. Individual employers may

have their own higher entry requirements.

Prosp User 2

• Conduct safety checks and performance monitoring for machining, associated equipment and surrounding work

area.

• Receive, read and interpret engineering data and documentation, engineering drawings and technical data.

Contribute to or plan the days machining schedule.

• Check and inspect materials to be machined to ensure that they conform to quality standards. Identify and report any issues or faults such as incorrect grades, dimensions and thicknesses.

• Plan and prepare sequence for the machining activities. Ensure that the correct tooling, work holding, and materials are used. This applies to conventional complex or CNC complex machining tasks.

• Set up, operate, adjust or edit conventional or CNC machining equipment settings and programmes for the

machine tool being used.

• Machine high-quality complex components using a broad range of processes. For example, internal or external thread cutting, slots and pockets, internal or external under cutting. Also profile forms, tapered and eccentric

diameters, bored holes, and tee slots.

• Inspect components produced. Adjust the machining equipment or programme and tooling to ensure components meet quality requirements.

• Identify, communicate and report issues affecting machining component quality, quantity and deadlines.

• Complete machining documentation at all stages of the work activity. For example, standard operational

procedures, control documentation and contribution to audits.

Prosp User 3

As part of the apprenticeship there is a dedicated off the job learning requirement. This is a minimum of 6 hours

per week for the duration of the apprenticeship. This could include:

Role Development:

• Observing colleagues

• Receiving mentoring

• Shadowing

• Training

Programme Development:

• Teaching or learning the theory related to their roles

• Coursework

Prosp User 4

On completion of this standard, apprentices can progress into a wide range of employment opportunities or further education.

Typical Job Roles:

Centre Lathe Turner, CNC Centre Lathe Turner, CNC Machinist (Miller, Turner or Grinder), Machining Technician, Horizontal Borer, CNC Machinist Programmer

Prosp User 5
THL3SMT
Level 3
02/09/2024
27/06/2025
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