Apprenticeship training course
Broadcast and media systems engineer (integrated degree) (level 6)
Working at the heart of the transmission process from the production studio through to the home screen/radio/streaming device.
- Qualification level
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6
Equivalent to degree. - Typical duration
- 36 months
- Apprenticeship category
- Creative and design
- Maximum funding
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£24,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training. - Also known as
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- Broadcast Engineer
- Broadcast Maintenance Engineer
- Control Room Engineer
- Design Engineer
- Graphics Systems Engineer
- Operations Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- RF Transmissions Engineer
- Satellite Communications Engineer
- Spectrum Planner
- Studio Systems Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Skills
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Skills an apprentice will learn
- Monitor and maintain operational systems through analysis and problem solving
- Operate and maintain technical broadcast or networking systems following defined procedures to ensure uninterrupted service, in line with service level agreements
- Apply a logical, structured approach to identifying, isolating and diagnosing root causes and addressing technical problems and resolving faults on broadcast systems and networks using appropriate tools and techniques
- Use software to monitor and maintain broadcast and network system availability, interrogate data and act on any issues
- Use and maintain mobile and fixed test and measurement equipment such as analysers, and act on the results
- Use technical knowledge bases to support existing and new installations
- Comply with own organisations policies and procedures relating to individual and group responsibilities for Health and Safety
- Design systems and specifications
- Produce and update system designs and documentation when required
- Interpret and use technical documentation including circuit diagrams and data sheets when creating, installing or maintaining systems and networks
- Identify and specify the appropriate cables, connectors and components for the required frequencies or data rates that need to be delivered
- Install systems and share technical knowledge
- Install broadcast and network systems, commissioning and producing appropriate technical documentation and handover to users checking these are understood
- Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, taking into account the audience and possible impact on business relationships
- Provide technical advice and guidance as required
- Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Full information on Broadcast and media systems engineer (integrated degree) (level 6) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.