Welding and Fabrication Level 2 Certificate
Course Code:330FFT21A
Course Type:Full-time
Qualification:
Intermediate Certificate in Engineering VRQ Level 2
Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 2
Duration: 1 Year
Venue:
Crawley Campus, College Road,
Crawley West Sussex, RH10 1NR
Start Date: September
Suitable For: This course is suitable for school leavers looking for a practical orientated course. You are interested in the fabrication of mechanical devices. Television programmes like American Chopper and Pimp my ride are an influence. You may be interested in restoration of cars where bodywork etc. needs repairing.
Entry By: Interview and assessment
Entry Requirements:
You must be at least 16 years old and have an enthusiasm for the practical world of engineering, in particular welding and fabrication. Subject to interview and assessment.
Course Content:
This course takes a selection of units from two qualifications. The final Certificate will have the same title as several others of our full time courses. The units gained to achieve the award in this case will be orientated towards maintenance.
The Vocationally Related Qualification (VRQ) – Intermediate Certificate in Engineering - consists of 3 mandatory units and a selection of a minimum of 3 optional units. The optional units may vary year on year depending on demand and availability of resources and we cannot guarantee specific units. In some cases we may be able to offer additional units.
The mandatory units are:
Unit 1:Engineering Environment Awareness
This unit enables the candidate to acquire essential knowledge and understanding of the engineering environment in relation to the requirements of current legislation, personal development and the factors that influence the engineering industry.
Unit 2:Engineering Techniques
This unit enables the candidate to become aware of the techniques employed in engineering to communicate, measure and the use of basic equipment.
Unit 3:Engineering Principles
This unit enables the candidate to become aware of the types of materials and their properties, fundamental numeracy and craft science used in an engineering environment.
The selection of optional units most likely to be delivered on this course includes;
Unit 7:Fabrication and Welding Principles
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the general fabrication and welding skills and knowledge essential and common to all optional units within the Intermediate Fabrication and Welding pathway.
Unit 8:Welding Techniques
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential knowledge of the main welding processes and enable them to demonstrate welding skills in accordance with appropriate standards.
Unit 10:Sheetmetal Operations
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential knowledge and skills to undertake sheet metal working activities.
Other units that may be included instead are;
Unit 9:Platework Operations
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential knowledge and skills to undertake plate working activities.
Unit 11:Non Fusion Joining Techniques
This unit enables the learner to acquire the essential skills and knowledge to perform non fusion joining techniques on a range of materials using a range of processes.
Unit 12:Thermal Cutting Techniques
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential skills and knowledge to demonstrate Oxy Fuel Gas cutting techniques.
Unit 16:Material Properties, Uses and Processes
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential knowledge of types of material, their properties, uses and associated processes.
Unit 17:Fitting and Assembly Techniques and Technology
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential knowledge to achieve elementary fitting and assembly skills.
Unit 18:Machining Techniques and Technology (Turning & Milling)
This unit enables the candidate to acquire the essential knowledge to achieve elementary turning and milling skills.
Assessment of each unit is via specific practical tasks and multiple choice exams.
The National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in Performing Engineering operations – consists of 3 mandatory units and a selection of a minimum of 3 optional units. The optional units may vary year on year depending on demand and availability of resources and we cannot guarantee specific units. In some cases we may be able to offer additional units.
The mandatory units are:
Unit 1:Working Safely in an Engineering Environment
Unit 2:Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering
Unit 3:Using and Communicating Technical Information
The selection of optional units includes;
Unit 5:Producing Components Using Hand fitting Techniques
Unit 6:Producing Mechanical Assemblies
Unit 22:Producing Sheet Metal Components and Assemblies
Unit 23:Producing Plate work Components and Assemblies
Unit 24:Cutting and Shaping Materials Using Thermal Cutting Equipment
Unit 28:Preparing and Using Manual TIG or Plasma-Arc Welding Equipment
Unit 29:Preparing and Using Manual MIG, MAG and other Continuous Wire Welding Equipment
Unit 30:Preparing and Using Manual Gas Welding Equipment
Unit 31:Preparing and Using Manual Flame Brazing and Bronze Welding Equipment
These units dovetail into the units delivered within the VRQ above but require the candidate to perform multiple tasks usually including at least one complex task under strict assessment conditions.
Assessment of each unit is by practical tasks and written assignments. The candidate produces a portfolio of evidence demonstrating competence in the designated units.
Outcome of Course and Progression:
Progression to Level 3 Certificate or National Certificate/Diploma
Cost:
UK/Home Students Under 19 years of age - Tuition and Administration Free.
Over 19 years - £TBA Tuition, £TBA other fees, £TBA Awarding Body Registration
All Students - Please note there will be additional costs for books, uniforms, trips etc. These costs will be detailed at interview by the Course Tutor.
Notes:
Candidates will be supplied with Personal Protective equipment of Boiler Suit and steel toe capped shoes.
