Apprenticeship training course

Acoustics technician (level 4)

Understanding the science of sound and vibration propagation and applying this to work areas relevant to their employer’s working practices.

• Qualification level: 4 ; Equivalent to higher national certificate (HNC).
• Typical duration: 24 months
• Apprenticeship category: Construction and the built environment
• Maximum funding: £11,000 ; Maximum amount government will fund ; for apprenticeship training.
• Also known as:
  • Acoustics Calibration Engineering Technician
  • Acoustics Laboratory Technician
  • Acoustics Product Design Technician
  • Architectural and Environmental Acoustics Technician
  • Supporting Environmental Health Practitioner for noise
• Skills:
  Skills an apprentice will learn

  • Identify risk of activities and apply safe working practices both in laboratory and site environments.
  • Plan, measure, analyse and report acoustic data.
  • Operate acoustic modelling software appropriate to their organisation.
  • Operate Computer Aided Design software packages.
  • Calibrate, operate and maintain acoustic equipment to maintain the appropriate British Standards (e.g. BS EN 61672-2: 2014 Electroacoustics, Sound Level Meters).
  • Undertake acoustics calculations manually and using spreadsheets.
  • Apply standards and guidance in the context of acoustics including those related to the built environment, construction, and laboratory/on-site testing.
  • Listen critically and interpret sound correctly.
  • Communicate effectively, contributing to meetings and presenting information in a variety of ways including oral and written.
  • Produce succinct and understandable reports for the end user.
  • Think critically, analyse and clearly present the outputs of acoustic information.

Full information on Acoustics technician (level 4) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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