01/01/2011

Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

This Engineering Apprenticeship offers training in practical hand skills and the safe operation of hand and machine tools to produce components out in a mechanical engineering environment. Training could include producing mechanical drawings using computer aided design (CAD).

WHO THE QUALIFICATION IS FOR?

This qualification would be appropriate for anyone aged 16-24 with an interest in mechanical engineering and is seeking, or already has employment with a local employer. (Funding is also available for adults who are already in employment and working in an appropriate sector).

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should preferably have GCSE's Maths and English and an interest in engineering. Acceptance onto the programme will be subject to successfully completing an initial assessment and interview.

EMPLOYMENT

We will help you secure a suitable position with a local employer who will support you throughout your Apprenticeship and pay you a wage. This will be negotiated with your employer at the start of your Apprenticeship.

ASSESSMENT

The NVQ will be assessed through a combination of observations of your performance; evidence collected during day or block release to OTC and in the workplace and knowledge questions.

PROGRESSION

Candidates who complete this qualification can progress onto an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering.

HOW DO I APPLY?

If you are interested then you can apply online or contact our Recruitment department, who will be happy to discuss the programme with you and answer any questions you may have. Our contact details are:

OTC
Lees Road
Lees
Oldham
OL4 1JP

Tel: 0161 624 5360