- Framework:
- Process Manufacturing
- Level:
- 2/3
The Process Manufacturing Framework provides work based training for young people and adults to undertake key technical, operational and maintenance roles in the Chemical, Petro-chemical, Pharmaceutical, Refinery and other related process industries.
After undergoing this Foundation Apprenticeship/ Apprenticeship as a skilled operator and technician you could be working in a variety of roles that aid production. A process operator or technician would start up, control, monitor and shut down the systems and machinery involved in production. A maintenance technician would keep the equipment in good working order. A refinery operator/technician would monitor and assist in the production of refinery products.
You should be aware of the varied working conditions within the process manufacturing industries, that may include;
- working at heights
- shift work (including nights and weekends)
- 365 day operations
- working outdoors
- wearing specialist safety equipment
- working within high hazard environment.
Pathway options and levels
Process Manufacturing - Level 2
Pathway 1: Supports the job role of Process Operator.
Pathway 2: Supports the job role of Process Engineering Maintenance Operative.
Process Manufacturing - Level 3
Pathway 1: Supports the job role of Process Operator/ Technician.
Pathway 2: Supports the job role of Process Engineering Maintenance Craftsperson/Technician.
Pathway 3: Supports the job roles of Downstream Field Operator/Technician and Refinery Control Room Operator/Technician.
Further information
Duration
Level 2: 15 - 24 months
Level 3: 24 - 36 months
Progression routes
Level 2: Routes include:
- Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Employment
- Welsh Baccalaureate (Intermediate/ Advanced Diploma) Principal Learning in Engineering or Manufacturing & Product Design
- Develop a career in coaching through undertaking Assessor and Verifier Awards Qualifications in a related area, including (but not limited to) Health & Safety, Training & Development, Business Improvement Techniques and Supervisory Management.
- Cogent Gold Standard qualifications contained
Level 3: Routes include:
- Employment
- Foundation Degree in Process Engineering or a related discipline
- Higher National Certificate/ Diploma in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline
- Welsh Baccalaureate (Advanced Diploma) Principal Learning in Engineering or Manufacturing & Product Design
- Develop a career in coaching through Assessor and Verifier Awards
- Qualifications in a related area, including (but not limited to) Health & Safety, Training & Development, Business Improvement Techniques and Supervisory Management
- Membership of a professional institution at Engineering Technician level
- Cogent Gold Standard qualifications
Qualifications
Level 2: NVQ Diploma/Certificate in chosen pathway
Level 3: NVQ Diploma in chosen pathway.
What are the entry requirements for this pathway?
All apprenticeship pathways in Wales have entry requirements.
If you are interested in undertaking this pathway – you need to have the following entry level qualification(s);
Level 2
Due to the competition for places the following skills and attributes relevant to working within the process manufacturing industries may be considered as part of the application process;
• motivation to succeed within industry
• an awareness of the demands of the Foundation Apprenticeship
• willingness to comply with employer/training provider terms and conditions of employment
• have the ability to apply learning in the workplace
• willingness to work with due regard to Health and Safety of self and others
• effective communication with a range of people.
The following examples of evidence can be used to support some of the above statements, such as;
- previous work experience or employment
- voluntary or community based work
- achievement of GCSEs (A*-E) or equivalent qualifications in Maths, English and Science (Level 2)
- achievement of the Welsh Baccalaureate (Foundation/ Intermediate Diploma) Principal Learning in Engineering or Manufacturing & Product Design
- achievement of Awards, Certificates or Diplomas in a related industry such as Science or Engineering
- proof of completion of non-accredited courses
- completion of Level 2 or a Foundation Apprenticeship in a related discipline (Level 3)
- achievement of GCSEs (A*-C) or equivalent qualifications in Maths, English and Science (Level 3).
Level 2: No formal entry requirements.
Level 3
Due to the competition for places the following skills and attributes relevant to working within the process manufacturing industries may be considered as part of the application process;
• motivation to succeed within industry
• an awareness of the demands of the Foundation Apprenticeship
• willingness to comply with employer/training provider terms and conditions of employment
• have the ability to apply learning in the workplace
• willingness to work with due regard to Health and Safety of self and others
• effective communication with a range of people.
The following examples of evidence can be used to support some of the above statements, such as;
- previous work experience or employment
- voluntary or community based work
- achievement of GCSEs (A*-E) or equivalent qualifications in Maths, English and Science (Level 2)
- achievement of the Welsh Baccalaureate (Foundation/ Intermediate Diploma) Principal Learning in Engineering or Manufacturing & Product Design
- achievement of Awards, Certificates or Diplomas in a related industry such as Science or Engineering
- proof of completion of non-accredited courses
- completion of Level 2 or a Foundation Apprenticeship in a related discipline (Level 3)
- achievement of GCSEs (A*-C) or equivalent qualifications in Maths, English and Science (Level 3)
Level 3: No formal entry requirements.
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