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Course Overview

Level 3 apprenticeships are a popular choice for people looking to become fully qualified in their chosen field whilst earning a wage. Your training will be directly linked to the career you have chosen, gaining practical experience in the workplace, backed up by attendance at college. 

Marine Engineers work on boats such as yachts, commercial craft and super yachts. They install, maintain, fault find and repair marine engines, ancillary systems and equipment. They design and produce solutions to meet boat layouts, restrictions and engineering requirements, or produce boat engineering systems from engineering and technical drawings to specifications. Marine Engineers work to fine tolerances using a variety of measuring equipment, machines and tools. They manufacture, assemble, strip, repair and re-build components. They are expected to work individually and in teams. They comply with organisational and statutory health & safety, sustainability requirements and can work with minimum supervision. Marine Engineers are good communicators and problem solvers, they commission and test boat systems, are responsible for the quality and accuracy of their work and often attend sea trials. Marine Engineers typically work with associated trades such as Boatbuilders and Marine Electricians and have a strong marine industry understanding. They are highly-skilled and capable of adapting to changing demands as boats become more complex.

Where possible staff will assist in finding you an employer and a place of work (although students who are already employed are welcome to apply if sponsored by their employer). Your offer of an Advanced Apprenticeship will be dependent upon suitable work placements being available.

Qualifications

After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge all apprentices will be required to achieve a level 2 Diploma in Marine Engineering (Foundation) and level 3 Diploma in Marine Engineering (Advanced) before taking the end-point assessment.

Level

This is a

Level 3 apprenticeship

Link to professional registration and progression

On successful completion, the apprentice will be recognised by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) at Engineering Technician level.

Candidates for the Level 3 apprenticeship will require GCSEs in English, Maths and a Science based subject at Grades C/4 or above. Alternatively, successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification and have achieved a Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in English and Maths. 

All applicants for apprenticeship training will be required to attend an assessment and interview.

You will be continually assessed throughout your training. Some of the assessment will take place in the workplace, plus you will take some external tests/examinations for functional skills (if required) and technical certificate. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and achievable targets set to ensure you complete your Advanced Apprenticeship on time.

On successful completion of this Level 3 apprenticeship in Marine Engineering (Level 3). You could then progress in your chosen career into Higher Education on a HNC/HND or Foundation or Degree.

Progression onto Higher Apprenticeship Framework Level 4 is also an option.

As a college apprentice you will have access to all college resources to help with your training. You will also have a personal training co-ordinator who will work with you and your employer to help you throughout your training period.

Expect to earn at least £80.00 per week. You may also get help with travel costs but this will depend on your employment status and the terms and conditions of your Apprenticeship. This will be explained to you prior to commencing with an employer.

While your technical skills and knowledge will develop over the course of your Apprenticeship you will also need to demonstrate to potential employers that you possess relevant skills and personal qualities and are willing to work and to learn.

Employers will look for:

  • A completed level 2 in Marine Engineering
  • Good communication skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Ability to carry out routine calculations
  • Reliability and flexibility
  • Ability to work in a team as well as on your own initiative

Awarding Body:
City & Guilds

Qualification:
Level 3 Diploma

Curriculum Area:
Engineering - Automotive Marine Boatbuilding and Composite

Course Options

Start Date

26/27

Attendance

Apprenticeship

Duration

42 Months

Location

Poole Campus

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