Machining Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship

What will I learn?

Specific Specialist Knowledge:

• Understand mathematical techniques, formula and calculation involved in the machining processes such as speeds and feeds, calculating angles/tapers, material removal
• Understand the practical and theoretical uses of the machines used, and their applications.
• Understand the work-holding devices, cutting tools, and setting up procedures, in adequate depth to provide a sound basis for carrying out the activities, correcting faults and ensuring the work output is to the required specification

Specific Specialist Skills:

• Read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to produce machined components
• Determine the most efficient and effective approach to machine the component using a range of tools, machining process and Techniques
• Select and set up the correct tooling and work holding devices
• Set and adjust the machine operating parameters to produce the work pieces to the required specification. This will involve setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations
• Select and use a range of measuring and testing equipment to check components are to the required quality and accuracy
• Produce complex and specialist components as a one off test and trial work piece and/or producing components in small or large batches
• Contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures

Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers

You will normally work around 30 hours per week, and no more than 40 hours (if you are under 18), which includes any training time at college (off the job) as well as on the job with your employer.