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Mechatronics Maintenance Apprenticeship - Level 3

Mechatronics Maintenance Apprenticeship - Level 3

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This Mechatronics apprenticeship develops the skills to install, test, fault-find, repair, modify and carry out planned maintenance on complex automated equipment. You will develop a blend of electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems skills, applying them safely and effectively in real engineering environments.

Apprenticeships give you the opportunity to work for an employer, earn a salary and at the same time study to achieve a nationally recognised qualification whilst gaining valuable workplace skills and experience.

Apprenticeships are flexible and are designed to offer a structured programme of learning to fit around the needs of the individual and the employer.

Learning takes place mainly during the employment through the development of 'on the job' skills, supported by your college based 'off the job training' which will take place at the college typically for one day week. Both the on and off the job elements of the apprenticeship lead to nationally recognised qualifications.

  • Entry Requirements


    You must be in suitable employment to do enrol as an apprentice. Employers will set their own entry requirements, but it is expected that apprentices will have achieved maths and English GCSEs grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent.

  • Course Content


    During the Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprenticeship, you will develop the practical and technical knowledge needed to maintain complex automated engineering systems. College-based learning covers mechanical, electrical, electronic, fluid power and control systems, alongside health and safety, engineering mathematics, technical drawings and workplace documentation. You will learn how to use testing and measuring equipment, diagnose and repair faults, carry out planned preventative maintenance, wire and test electrical circuits, maintain mechanical equipment, and work with hydraulics, pneumatics and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). You will also build the skills to plan maintenance work, communicate effectively and follow quality, environmental and safe-working procedures.

    During your apprenticeship you will complete BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced

    Manufacturing Engineering.

    The units will include;

    • Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace – legislation, risk assessment, safe systems of work.

    • Communication and Teamwork in Engineering – interpreting engineering data, technical reports, workplace communication.

    • Applied Science and Mathematics for Engineering – scientific principles and calculations used in manufacturing.

    • Engineering Principles – mechanical, electrical and materials principles underpinning advanced manufacturing.

    • Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely as a Team (or equivalent project/process unit) – planning and carrying out engineering tasks safely and collaboratively.

  • Progression Next Steps


    This standard aligns with the following professional recognition:

    • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) for Engineering Technician (EngTech)

    • The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) for Engineering Technician (EngTech)

    Several of our Engineering Apprentices go on to complete the HNC and HND we offer at Kingston College.

  • Additional Information


    Click on the Apply link on this page to start the application process if you are in or have secured suitable employment for the Apprenticeship.

    For further guidance and information if you are not currently employed in a suitable role please have a look at Apprenticeship FAQs

    If you are an employer and interested in any of our Apprenticeships for your staff, please email our dedicated Apprenticeship team at business@stcg.ac.uk

  • Course Structure


    The course is split into a number of phases:

    Years 1 and 2 - On-programme Training and development takes place during this part of the apprenticeship, with apprentices attending college one day a week with assessment in workplace. During this time, apprentice will complete BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and begin working on their apprenticeship portfolio.

    Employers can also choose to enrol their Apprentices on Level 2 PEO for the first year. This cannot be funded by the apprenticeship levy. Please contact Business@stcg.ac.uk for the up-to-date costs. This course will be delivered over 4 days per week for 1 year.

    Years 3 and 4 – Will continue to develop and complete the portfolio and work towards understanding the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected from a competent Mechatronics Maintenance Technician.

    End Point Assessment (EPA) is the final stage that an apprentice goes through to complete their apprenticeship. The apprentice must show their learning to an independent end-point assessor and the overall grade available is distinction, pass or fail.

    The apprenticeship duration is a minimum of 42 months plus EPA.

  • Assessment Details


    The Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprenticeship is assessed through end-point assessment at the end of training, once the apprentice has met gateway requirements. It uses a minimum of three assessment methods: an observation with questions, an interview and portfolio of evidence, and a multiple-choice test.

    Assessment methods

    • Observation with questions: the apprentice is observed doing normal day-to-day work, usually for at least four hours, and the assessor asks at least four questions.

    • Interview and portfolio of evidence: the apprentice takes part in an interview, answers at least nine questions based on the portfolio and occupation.

    • Multiple-choice test: this checks knowledge across the standard