Typical duration to gateway: 42 months
Delivery: Weekly day release and off-the-job training
Delivery Location: East Coast College – Lowestoft Campus
Engineering Fitters: Precision, Power, and Problem-Solving!
The broad purpose of an engineering fitter is to produce complex high value, low volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or systems, to the required specification. For example, turbines, cranes, gearboxes, production lines, rigs and platforms. Fitters may typically have a mechanical, electrical, electronic, control systems, pipe fitting or instrumentation bias. To produce or re-furbish the components fitters will interpret drawings or specifications and plan their work, for example ensuring they have the right tools, equipment and resources to complete the task to the required specification. On completion of the task a fitter will hand over the product and prepare the work area for the next task by checking equipment meets the standards required to operate.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation typically interacts with line managers or supervisors; depending on the size of the employer and nature of the work they may work as part of a team of fitters or independently. They may interact with personnel in other functions for example, installation and maintenance engineers, health and safety and quality assurance personnel, as well as internal or external customers.
Course Content – Choose Your Pathway:
- Electrical Fitter: You will learn about the application, maintenance and installation of electrical systems, including electronic principles and panel wiring.
- Mechanical Fitter: You will learn about the application and maintenance of mechanical systems, including fluid power systems and components.
Entry Requirements:
- GCSE grade 4 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths
If you do not possess these grades, you will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End Point Assessment.
Progression Opportunities:
- Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard (ß hyperlink this to the L4 Eng Manufacturing Standard page)
- Senior roles: Fitters can move into more senior roles, such as senior team leader or project manager.
- Further education and specialisation: Fitters can embark on a journey of further education to specialise in specific engineering practices, which can lead to a wide scope of job opportunities.
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