Apprenticeship training course
Science manufacturing technician (level 3)
Operating the systems and equipment involved in the production of products.
- Qualification level
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3
Equivalent to A level. - Typical duration
- 27 months
- Apprenticeship category
- Engineering and manufacturing
- Maximum funding
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£27,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training. - Skills
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Skills an apprentice will learn
- Both independently and within a team start-up a manufacturing batch or continuous process in line with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, understanding the principles of operation.
- Both independently and within a team operate a manufacturing batch or continuous process in line with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, understanding the principles of operation.
- Both independently and within a team shut down/complete a run of the manufacturing batch or continuous process in line with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, understanding the principles of operation.
- Work safely in a science manufacturing environment, understanding personal responsibility for Health, Safety and the Environment and principles of risk management
- Control and monitor a process or plant and equipment, effectively, efficiently and securely, and resolve problems or correct abnormal conditions.
- Complete documentation relevant to the manufacturing process including relevant calculations.
- Participate in continuous performance improvement.
Full information on Science manufacturing technician (level 3) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.