Standard Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician (Dual Discipline)

Course Summary

To enrol onto this apprenticeship, you must have an employer who is willing to support you throughout the duration of your training and end point assessment.

The Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician (Dual Discipline) Apprenticeship equips apprentices with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to maintain, repair and improve engineering equipment across a range of industries. Apprentices develop expertise across two engineering disciplines, enabling them to diagnose faults, carry out planned and reactive maintenance, and support the safe and efficient operation of engineering systems.
We offer three routes for this apprenticeship: Electrical and Mechanical or Electrical and Control & Instrumentation.

The apprenticeship focuses on the following course content:

Knowledge
- Health, safety and environmental legislation.
- Planned, preventative and reactive maintenance techniques.
- Fault diagnosis and root cause analysis.
- Engineering drawings, circuit diagrams and technical documentation.
- Quality standards and continuous improvement.
- Engineering systems, components and equipment relevant to their pathway.
- Communication, teamwork and engineering best practice.

Skills
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities safely and effectively.
- Diagnose and repair faults using appropriate engineering techniques.
- Interpret engineering drawings, schematics and technical manuals.
- Test, inspect and maintain engineering equipment.
- Complete maintenance documentation accurately.
- Use engineering tools, equipment and diagnostic technology.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and productivity.

Behaviours
- A strong commitment to health, safety and quality.
- Professionalism and accountability.
- Attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Adaptability and continuous learning.
- A commitment to improving operational performance.

Entry Requirements

GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications. You will also need a Level 2 engineering qualification or significant experience in the industry.

How Is It Assessed

The End Point Assessment for this apprenticeship consists of an observation with questions, interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence and a multiple choice test.

How Is It Taught

During the practical period, you will attend college one day a week and for the remaining part of your contracted hours, will be in the workplace building on your knowledge, skills and behaviours.

What Could I do Next

Once completed, you may wish to consider the Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician, Level 4 Process Leader or Level 5 Manufacturing Engineer apprenticeships.

What Else Do I Need To Know

You will be assigned a Skills Coach who will visit and support you in the workplace and complete progress reviews in preparation for your End Point Assessment.