Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited · RQF Level 2
EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
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- LevelRQF Level 2
- Guided learning470 hours
- Units in this qualification93
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EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills) is designed for learners seeking to develop skills and knowledge in engineering operations, relevant to apprenticeships in engineering.
These are the units Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.
Applying Surface Finishes to Composite MouldingsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safe application of surface finishes to composite mouldings. You'll understand relevant health and safety requirements, use personal protective equipment correctly, and demonstrate effective communication and workplace behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
Assembling Electrical or Electronic Components to Mechanical EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to assemble electrical or electronic components to mechanical equipment safely, following health and safety legislation and company guidelines. The unit includes demonstrating required workplace behaviours, adhering to assembly instructions, and ensuring quality standards are met.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation.
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety regulations.
- Work safely at all times, complying with other relevant guidelines.
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role.
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with company objectives.
- Follow the relevant instructions.
- Follow assembly drawings.
- Follow any other specifications.
- Ensure that the specified components are available.
- Ensure that the specified components are in a usable condition.
Assembling Fluid Power Components to Mechanical EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to assemble fluid power components to mechanical equipment safely. You'll understand relevant health and safety legislation, interpret assembly drawings, follow instructions, and demonstrate effective communication and workplace behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the relevant instructions, assembly drawings and any other specifications
- Ensure that the specified components are available, prepared and that they are in a usable condition
Assembling Pattern, Model and Engineering Woodwork ComponentsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the skills to plan and safely assemble pattern, model, and engineering woodwork components. The unit emphasises health and safety compliance, hazard identification, safe working practices, and the demonstration of required occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the assembly activities before starting them
- Obtain and prepare the appropriate components, tools and equipment
Assembling Pipework Components to Mechanical Equipment:Real unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to safely assemble pipework components to mechanical equipment by following instructions, assembly drawings, and specifications. It emphasises health and safety compliance, hazard identification, and appropriate occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the relevant instructions, assembly drawings and any other specifications
- Ensure that the specified components are available and that they are in a usable condition
Assembling and testing electronic circuitsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit equips learners to assemble and test electronic circuits according to specifications. You'll identify components, apply assembly techniques, use test equipment to verify functionality, and adhere to safety requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Assemble electronic circuits according to specifications
- Test electronic circuits to ensure correct functionality
- Understand the principles of electronic circuit assembly
- Understand the principles of electronic circuit testing
- Understand the safety requirements when assembling and testing electronic circuits
Assembling and testing fluid power systemsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit focuses on the safe assembly and testing of fluid power systems. You'll prepare for assembly, construct system components, and test operations while applying health and safety regulations and using appropriate personal protective equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Apply safe working practices when assembling and testing fluid power systems
- Prepare for the assembly of fluid power systems
- Assemble fluid power systems components
- Test the operation of assembled fluid power systems
Assembling, Wiring and Testing Electrical Panels/Components Mounted in EnclosuresReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the assembly, wiring, and testing of electrical panels and components mounted in enclosures. You'll understand assembly principles, prepare for tasks, and execute work according to specifications while complying with safe working practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of assembling electrical panels and components
- Prepare to assemble electrical panels and components mounted in enclosures
- Assemble electrical panels and components mounted in enclosures
- Wire electrical panels and components mounted in enclosures
- Test electrical panels and components mounted in enclosures
- Follow safe working practices when assembling, wiring and testing electrical panels and components
Assisting in obtaining resources for engineering activitiesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll assist in obtaining resources for engineering activities, adhering to organisational policies and procedures. The unit covers problem identification and reporting, effective communication, and responsibility for quality and timeliness within permitted authority.
What you'll be able to do
- Comply with organisational policy and procedures for obtaining the resources for engineering activities
- Report any problems that cannot be personally resolved, or that are outside permitted authority, to the relevant people
- Work to instructions, either alone or in conjunction with others
- Take personal responsibility for own actions and for the quality and accuracy of the work carried out
- Apply underpinning knowledge to provide a sound basis for work
- Adopt an informed approach to obtaining resources for the specified engineering activities
- Demonstrate an understanding of the engineering activities for which the resources are required
- Apply knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements applicable to the engineering activities for which the resources are being obtained
- Demonstrate safe working practices throughout
- Understand the responsibility owed to themselves and others in the workplace
- Apply the appropriate behaviours required in the workplace to meet the job profile and overall company objectives, such as strong work ethic, positive attitude, team player, dependability, responsibility, honesty, integrity, motivation and commitment
Bonding Composite MouldingsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safe bonding of composite mouldings by following specified procedures and job instructions. You'll develop skills in health and safety compliance, effective communication, and demonstrate appropriate occupational behaviours aligned with company objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the relevant bonding procedure specification and job instructions
- Check that the materials to be bonded and bonding agents comply with the specification
Carrying Aircraft Detail Fitting ActivitiesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to perform aircraft detail fitting activities safely by interpreting engineering drawings and selecting suitable tools. You'll understand relevant health and safety legislation, identify risks, and demonstrate appropriate use of personal protective equipment in line with company standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines.
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives.
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications for aircraft detail fitting activities.
- Select appropriate tools and equipment for aircraft detail fitting activities.
- Prepare components for fitting.
- Carry out aircraft detail fitting activities according to specifications.
- Inspect and verify the accuracy of the fitted details.
- Identify and rectify any faults or defects in the fitted details.
Carrying Out Fault Location on Mechanical EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to carry out fault location on mechanical equipment safely and effectively. The unit includes reviewing relevant information, investigating potential causes, applying safe working practices, and demonstrating behaviours aligned with job roles and regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Review and use all relevant information on the symptoms and problems associated with the products or assets
- Investigate and establish the most likely causes of the faults
Carrying Out Heat Treatment of Engineering MaterialsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to carry out heat treatment processes on engineering materials. The unit includes preparation, operation, monitoring, inspection, and recording of heat treatment activities to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare engineering materials for heat treatment
- Carry out heat treatment processes on engineering materials
- Monitor and control heat treatment processes
- Inspect and assess the quality of heat-treated engineering materials
- Record and report on heat treatment activities
Carrying Out Inspection Activities on Optical ComponentsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll be able to carry out inspection activities on optical components safely and accurately. The unit emphasises compliance with health and safety regulations, correct use of personal protective equipment, adherence to specifications, and effective communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the correct specification for the product or equipment being inspected
Carrying Out Maintenance Activities on Mechanical EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit equips learners to carry out maintenance activities on mechanical equipment safely. You'll follow health and safety regulations, demonstrate occupational behaviours, adhere to maintenance schedules, and work within operational limits.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the relevant maintenance schedules to carry out the required work
- Carry out the maintenance activities within the limits of their personal authority
Carrying Out Repairs to Composite MouldingsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to safely repair composite mouldings, including identifying damage, selecting materials, and applying repair techniques. The unit emphasises adherence to health and safety, environmental regulations, and professional behaviours relevant to the job role.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety, environmental and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines.
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives.
- Identify the type and extent of damage to composite mouldings.
- Select appropriate repair materials and techniques for composite mouldings.
- Prepare the damaged area for repair.
- Carry out repairs to composite mouldings using appropriate techniques.
- Inspect and test the repaired composite moulding to ensure structural integrity.
- Finish the repaired area to match the original surface.
Carrying Out Scheduled Maintenance Activities on Mechanical EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to carry out scheduled maintenance on mechanical equipment safely and effectively. The unit covers interpreting maintenance schedules, applying safe working practices, performing maintenance tasks, and demonstrating positive occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the relevant maintenance schedules to carry out the required work
- Carry out the maintenance activities within the limits of their personal authority
Carrying out Maintenance Activities on Motorsport Vehicle Electrical EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to safely carry out maintenance activities on motorsport vehicle electrical equipment. They will follow procedures, obtain necessary information, and demonstrate appropriate occupational behaviours and communication skills.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Obtain all the information needed for the motorsport vehicle electrical maintenance activities to be carried out
- Follow the relevant maintenance procedures to carry out the required work
- Carry out the maintenance activities, within the limits of personal authority
- Carry out the maintenance activities in the specified sequence, and in an agreed timescale
- Report any instances where the maintenance activities cannot be fully met, or where there are identified defects outside the planned schedule
- Use the evidence gained during maintenance activities to improve future reliability and performance of the motorsport vehicle
- Dispose of waste materials, in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
- Tidy up on completion of the electrical maintenance activities
Complying with Statutory Regulations and Organisational Safety RequirementsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit focuses on ensuring compliance with legal and organisational safety requirements in engineering environments.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand statutory regulations and their application in engineering.
Conducting business improvement activitiesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides learners with knowledge of business improvement principles and methodologies. You'll learn to identify improvement areas, plan and implement activities, monitor effectiveness, and appreciate the role of teamwork in continuous improvement.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of business improvement activities
- Identify areas for improvement in a business
- Plan and implement business improvement activities
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of business improvement activities
- Understand the importance of teamwork and communication in business improvement activities
Cutting and Shaping Materials using Thermal Cutting EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to plan and carry out thermal cutting activities safely, understanding relevant health and safety legislation and workplace behaviours. The unit includes selecting and preparing appropriate tools and equipment for effective thermal cutting operations.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the thermal cutting activities before they start them
- Obtain the appropriate tools and equipment for the cutting operations, and check that they are in a safe and usable condition
Developing and maintaining effective customer relationshipsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to develop and maintain effective customer relationships by complying with organisational policies, working responsibly, and understanding the importance of positive customer service and communication.
What you'll be able to do
- Comply with organisational policies in respect of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients and customers
- Work within the general policies of the organisation, and know when to seek guidance and instructions from others
- Work to instructions, either alone or in conjunction with others, taking personal responsibility for own actions and for the quality and accuracy of the work carried out
- Demonstrate a good understanding of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with customers
- Adopt an informed approach to attitude and behaviour toward the feelings and expectations of customers
- Communicate effectively with customers
- Understand the safety and environmental precautions required when carrying out duties and bear these in mind when dealing with other people
- Understand responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace, and the importance of taking the necessary safeguards to protect themselves and others when they are working
- Apply the appropriate behaviours required in the workplace to meet the job profile and overall company objectives, such as strong work ethic, positive attitude, team player, dependability, responsibility, honesty, integrity, motivation and commitment
Diagnosing and Rectifying Faults on Motorsport Vehicle Systems During CompetitionReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to assist in diagnosing and rectifying faults on motorsport vehicle systems during competition. They will gather relevant information, apply diagnostic techniques, and adhere to safety regulations and company procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Obtain and use all the relevant information on the symptoms and problems associated with the vehicle
- Assist in the investigation and help establish the most likely causes of the faults
- Assist in the selection and use of appropriate diagnostic techniques, tools and aids to locate the fault
- Assist in determining which components or units need adjusting or replacing
- Where appropriate, ensure that any stored energy or substances are released safely and correctly
- Remove, replace or refit the required components, using approved tools and techniques, within the limits of their personal authority and without causing damage to components or surrounding areas
- Deal with any difficulties during the fault location, rectification and testing activities
- Report any instances where the removal and replacement activities cannot be fully met, or where there are identified defects outside the planned activities
- Complete the relevant documentation, in accordance with organisational requirements
- Clean the work area and dispose of waste materials and defective components, in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
Fettling, Finishing and Checking Cast ComponentsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to safely fettle, finish, and check cast components. It covers health and safety compliance, hazard control, correct use of personal protective equipment, and demonstration of occupational behaviours including communication and positive work attitudes.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
Finishing Surfaces by Applying Coatings or CoveringsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge of health and safety requirements and develop skills to apply coatings or coverings to finish surfaces. The unit includes safe working practices, hazard identification, control measures, and appropriate occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
Finishing Surfaces by Applying TreatmentsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to plan and apply surface treatments safely, complying with health and safety legislation. The unit covers identifying treatment requirements from specifications, demonstrating effective communication, and following safe working practices to minimise risks.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the surface treatment activities before they start them
Forming and Assembling Electrical Cable Enclosure and Support SystemsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll identify, prepare, form, and assemble electrical cable enclosure and support systems. They will also inspect and test completed systems to ensure compliance with required standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of electrical cable enclosure and support systems
- Prepare materials for forming electrical cable enclosure and support systems
- Form electrical cable enclosure and support systems
- Assemble electrical cable enclosure and support systems
- Inspect and test completed electrical cable enclosure and support systems
Forming and assembling pipework systemsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to form and assemble pipework systems safely and effectively. The unit includes understanding pipework principles, preparing for forming and assembly, selecting appropriate materials and tools, and testing assembled systems in compliance with safety regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of forming pipework systems
- Prepare to form pipework systems
- Form pipework components
- Assemble pipework systems
- Test assembled pipework systems
- Follow safe working practices when forming and assembling pipework systems
Further Engineering ScienceReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll explore further engineering science concepts including static and dynamic forces, electricity, magnetism, and the relationships between energy, work, and power. The unit develops analytical skills relevant to mechanical and electrical engineering contexts.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the effects of both Static and Dynamic Forces on Mechanical Bodies and Systems.
- Understand the fundamental Principles of Electricity and Magnetism.
- Understand the function of Electric and Magnetic Components and the Operation of Direct Current Circuits and Machines.
- Understand the Relationships Between Energy, Work and Power in both Mechanical and Thermal Systems.
- Understand Closed-loop Engineering Systems and analyse their behaviour under different conditions.
- Understand Engineering Frameworks and Structures and analyse their behaviour under the influence of External Forces and Loads.
- Understand the effects of External Forces on Mechanical Engineering Components and predict their response.
- Understand the Principles and Effects of Rotational Movement of Mechanical Bodies and Systems.
- Understand the various Means of Mechanical Power Transmission and their applications.
General Electrical and Electronic Engineering ApplicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers health and safety regulations and safe working practices relevant to electrical and electronic engineering. You'll demonstrate correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and develop occupational behaviours suitable for the job role.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
General Fabrication and Welding ApplicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to perform general fabrication and welding applications safely. The unit covers health and safety legislation, hazard identification, correct use of personal protective equipment, material preparation, welding techniques, and inspection of welded joints.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines.
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives.
- Prepare materials for general fabrication and welding applications.
- Set up and operate welding equipment safely and effectively.
- Perform basic welding techniques in various positions.
- Fabricate components using appropriate techniques.
- Inspect and test welded joints for quality and integrity.
- Identify and rectify any faults or defects in fabricated and welded components.
General Machining, Fitting and Assembly ApplicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge of general machining, fitting, and assembly processes, including the identification of tools and equipment. The unit emphasises safety precautions and the understanding of various machining and fitting techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand general machining applications
- Understand general fitting applications
- Understand general assembly applications
General Maintenance Engineering ApplicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit develops learners' understanding of health and safety legislation relevant to general maintenance engineering. It covers hazard identification, safe working practices, and the demonstration of behaviours aligned with job roles and company objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
General Welding ApplicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to perform general welding applications safely. The unit includes hazard identification, correct use of personal protective equipment, safe working procedures, material preparation, welding techniques, and inspection and evaluation of welds.
What you'll be able to do
- Apply safe working practices in general welding applications
- Prepare materials for general welding applications
- Perform general welding techniques
- Inspect and evaluate completed welds in general welding applications
General turning, milling and welding applicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit introduces learners to general turning, milling, and welding applications. You'll gain knowledge of different processes, tools, equipment, and safe working practices relevant to these manufacturing techniques.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand general turning applications
- Understand general milling applications
- Understand general welding applications
Handing Over and Confirming Completion of Maintenance or Installation ActivitiesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to safely hand over maintenance or installation activities by understanding relevant health and safety regulations. You'll demonstrate professional communication and behaviours, ensuring all parties confirm the product or asset is in satisfactory condition.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Confirm that everyone involved accepts the product or asset is in a satisfactory condition for handover to take place
- Clearly identify any unusual features of the condition of the product or asset
Identifying Defects in Composite MouldingsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to inspect composite mouldings safely, identify defects according to specifications, and determine corrective actions. The unit emphasises compliance with health and safety legislation and the demonstration of responsible workplace behaviours and teamwork.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Inspect and identify defects with regard to the composite moulding specification
- Assess the defects and determine action required to return the moulding to specified condition
Inspecting a Motorsport Vehicle During a CompetitionReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit equips learners to plan and conduct inspections of motorsport vehicles during competition safely. You'll understand relevant health and safety legislation, demonstrate appropriate workplace behaviours, and obtain necessary information to prepare for inspections effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Obtain all the information needed for the motorsport vehicle inspection activities to be carried out
- Plan the inspection activities before starting them
- Obtain and prepare tools and ancillary equipment necessary for the inspection work to be carried out
- Carry out the inspection activities, using approved tools and techniques, and within the limits of personal authority
- Take suitable precautions to prevent damage to components and surrounding systems
- Report any instances where the inspection activities cannot be fully met, or where there are identified issues outside the planned activities
- Record the results of the inspection activities
- Use the evidence gained during the inspection activities to improve future reliability and performance of the motorsport vehicle
- Tidy up on completion of the inspection activities
Installing Aircraft Mechanical FastenersReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to safely install aircraft mechanical fasteners in compliance with health and safety regulations. You'll identify hazards, use personal protective equipment correctly, demonstrate required behaviours, and communicate effectively within the workplace.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
Maintaining and testing process instrumentation and control devicesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides knowledge of process instrumentation and control devices, including their principles and operation. You'll prepare for and conduct tests, analyse results, and identify faults to maintain effective process control systems.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of process instrumentation and control devices
- Explain the importance of maintaining process instrumentation and control devices
- Prepare for testing process instrumentation and control devices
- Carry out tests on process instrumentation and control devices
- Record and analyse test results for process instrumentation and control devices
- Identify and rectify faults in process instrumentation and control devices
Maintaining electrical equipment/systemsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll understand the principles of electrical equipment and systems, including inspection, fault detection, and routine maintenance. The unit also covers the safe use of appropriate tools and adherence to health and safety regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of electrical equipment and systems
- Inspect electrical equipment and systems for faults
- Carry out routine maintenance on electrical equipment and systems
- Use appropriate tools and equipment for maintaining electrical equipment and systems
- Understand health and safety regulations related to maintaining electrical equipment and systems
Maintaining electronic equipment/systemsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides learners with knowledge of electronic equipment and systems principles. You'll identify common faults, use appropriate tools and techniques for maintenance, test equipment post-maintenance, and document maintenance activities.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of electronic equipment and systems
- Identify common faults in electronic equipment and systems
- Use appropriate tools and techniques to maintain electronic equipment and systems
- Test electronic equipment and systems after maintenance
- Document maintenance activities
Maintaining fluid power equipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll understand the principles and types of fluid power equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems. They will carry out routine maintenance, identify and rectify common faults, and follow health and safety procedures related to fluid power systems.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of fluid power equipment operation
- Identify different types of fluid power equipment
- Explain the importance of regular maintenance for fluid power equipment
- Carry out routine maintenance procedures on fluid power equipment
- Identify and rectify common faults in fluid power equipment
- Follow health and safety procedures when working with fluid power equipment
- Document maintenance activities accurately
Maintaining mechanical devices and equipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safe maintenance of mechanical devices and equipment, including preparation, carrying out maintenance procedures, and inspecting and testing the equipment. You'll learn to identify hazards, follow safe isolation procedures, and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
What you'll be able to do
- Apply safe working practices when maintaining mechanical devices and equipment
- Prepare for the maintenance of mechanical devices and equipment
- Carry out maintenance procedures on mechanical devices and equipment
- Inspect and test maintained mechanical devices and equipment
Preparing and Manoeuvring Armoured Fighting Vehicles AFVs for Maintenance and TransportationReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the skills to prepare and manoeuvre Armoured Fighting Vehicles (AFVs) for maintenance and transportation. The unit includes adherence to health and safety legislation, use of personal protective equipment, and obtaining necessary information and documentation.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Obtain all the information and documentation you require to start the vehicle manoeuvring activities
- Plan the vehicle manoeuvring activities before you start them
Preparing and Proving CNC Fabrication Machine Tool ProgramsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit equips learners to prepare and prove CNC fabrication machine tool programmes safely and effectively. They will plan programming activities, determine operational sequences, and demonstrate safe working practices and appropriate occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the programming activities before they start them
- Determine an operational sequence that avoids wasted tool/cutter movements and tool changes
Preparing and Using CNC Fabrication EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll explore the principles and types of CNC fabrication equipment, preparing and using the machinery to produce components. The unit includes quality checking and routine maintenance, emphasising safety and the role of CAD/CAM software in CNC fabrication.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of CNC fabrication equipment
- Identify the different types of CNC fabrication equipment
- Prepare CNC fabrication equipment for use
- Use CNC fabrication equipment to produce components
- Check the quality of fabricated components
- Maintain CNC fabrication equipment
Preparing and Using CNC Machining CentresReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides learners with knowledge of CNC machining centre components, operation principles, and programming basics. You'll prepare machines for specific tasks, produce components to specification, monitor performance, and resolve common operational issues.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of CNC machining centre operation
- Explain the importance of preparing CNC machining centres for use
- Prepare a CNC machining centre for a specific task
- Use a CNC machining centre to produce components to specification
- Monitor the performance of a CNC machining centre during operation
- Identify and resolve common problems encountered when using CNC machining centres
- Adhere to health and safety procedures when preparing and using CNC machining centres
Preparing and Using CNC Milling MachinesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll understand the operating principles of CNC milling machines and prepare them for use. They will load and set cutting tools, input and edit programmes, produce components, monitor machine performance, and ensure safe shutdown procedures.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the operating principles of CNC milling machines
- Prepare CNC milling machines for use
- Load and set cutting tools on CNC milling machines
- Input and edit programmes on CNC milling machines
- Use CNC milling machines to produce components
- Monitor the performance of CNC milling machines
- Shut down and secure CNC milling machines after use
Preparing and Using CNC Turning MachinesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge of CNC turning machine operation and the skills to prepare and use these machines to produce components to specification. The unit includes machine setup, monitoring performance, troubleshooting, and adhering to safe working practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of CNC turning machine operation
- Explain the importance of preparing CNC turning machines for use
- Prepare a CNC turning machine for a specific task
- Use a CNC turning machine to produce components to specification
- Monitor the performance of a CNC turning machine during operation
- Identify and resolve common problems encountered when using CNC turning machines
- Adhere to health and safety procedures when preparing and using CNC turning machines
Preparing and Using Electro Discharge MachinesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the principles and operation of electro discharge machining (EDM). You'll prepare EDM machines, select parametres, produce components, inspect finished products, and adhere to health and safety requirements during the process.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of electro discharge machining (EDM)
- Identify different types of electro discharge machines
- Prepare electro discharge machines for operation
- Select appropriate parameters for electro discharge machining
- Use electro discharge machines to produce components
- Inspect components produced by electro discharge machining
- Follow health and safety procedures when using electro discharge machines
Preparing and Using Grinding MachinesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the skills to prepare and operate grinding machines safely. The unit covers safety precautions, selection and application of grinding wheels, mounting and dressing wheels, machine setup, component production, and basic maintenance.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare grinding machines for use
- Use grinding machines to produce components
- Check the quality of ground components
- Maintain grinding machines
Preparing and Using Manual Flame Brazing and Braze Welding EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safe preparation and use of manual flame brazing and braze welding equipment. You'll plan brazing activities, prepare equipment and consumables, and demonstrate required behaviours in accordance with health and safety legislation and company objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the brazing or braze welding activities before they start them
- Obtain and prepare the appropriate manual flame brazing or braze welding equipment and consumables
Preparing and Using Manual Metal Arc Welding EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to safely prepare and use manual metal arc welding equipment. The unit includes planning welding activities, applying health and safety legislation, using personal protective equipment, and demonstrating required occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the welding activities before they start them
Preparing and Using Manual Oxy/fuel Gas Welding EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to prepare and use manual oxy/fuel gas welding equipment safely. The unit covers planning welding activities, hazard identification, application of personal protective equipment, and adherence to health and safety legislation and guidelines.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the welding activities before they start them
- Obtain and prepare the appropriate welding equipment and welding consumables
Preparing and Using Manual TIG or Plasma-arc Welding EquipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to prepare and use manual TIG and plasma-arc welding equipment effectively. The unit covers equipment setup, component selection, operational techniques, and adherence to safety requirements.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare manual TIG welding equipment for use
- Prepare plasma-arc welding equipment for use
- Use manual TIG welding equipment effectively
- Use plasma-arc welding equipment effectively
- Understand the safety requirements when using TIG and plasma-arc welding equipment
Preparing and proving CNC machine tool programsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to prepare and prove CNC machine tool programmes. The unit covers interpreting engineering drawings, developing and simulating programmes, selecting tools, and ensuring safety during programming and operation.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare CNC machine tool programs
- Prove CNC machine tool programs
- Understand the principles of CNC machine tool programming
- Understand the safety requirements when preparing and proving CNC machine tool programs
Preparing and using gouging processes and equipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit equips learners with the skills to prepare and use gouging processes and equipment effectively. You'll select suitable processes, inspect and set up equipment according to manufacturer instructions, ensure safety devices function correctly, and apply gouging techniques to achieve required results.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare gouging processes and equipment for use
- Use gouging processes and equipment effectively
Preparing and using grinding tools for cutting, grinding and polishingReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the preparation and use of grinding tools for cutting, grinding, and polishing tasks. You'll select, inspect, mount, and adjust grinding tools, using them safely and effectively to achieve the required surface finish.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare grinding tools for cutting, grinding and polishing
- Use grinding tools for cutting, grinding and polishing
Preparing and using industrial robotsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll study the operating principles and components of industrial robots. They will prepare robots for use, operate them to perform tasks, monitor performance, and safely shut down and secure the equipment after use.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the operating principles of industrial robots
- Prepare industrial robots for use
- Use industrial robots to perform specified tasks
- Monitor the performance of industrial robots
- Shut down and secure industrial robots after use
Preparing and using lathes for turning operationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to prepare and use lathes for turning operations safely and competently. You'll identify lathe types, set up machines, select cutting tools and speeds, perform turning techniques, and maintain equipment to ensure quality outcomes.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare lathes for turning operations
- Use lathes for turning operations
- Maintain lathes used for turning operations
- Check the quality of turned components
- Follow safe working practices when using lathes
Preparing and using manual power tools for the milling of chamfersReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to prepare and use manual power tools for milling chamfers. The unit includes identifying appropriate tools, performing pre-use checks, setting up equipment, and applying correct techniques to produce chamfers to the required quality.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare manual power tools for the milling of chamfers
- Use manual power tools for the milling of chamfers
Preparing and using milling machinesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to prepare and use milling machines for basic operations. You'll select tooling, set speeds and feeds, secure workpieces, perform milling tasks, inspect components, and carry out routine maintenance.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare milling machines for use
- Use milling machines to produce components
- Check the quality of milled components
- Maintain milling machines
Preparing and using semi-automatic MIG, MAG and flux cored arc welding equipmentReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to prepare and operate semi-automatic MIG, MAG, and flux cored arc welding equipment. You'll learn to set up equipment, select materials, and apply safe and effective welding practices.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare semi-automatic MIG welding equipment for use
- Prepare semi-automatic MAG welding equipment for use
- Prepare semi-automatic flux cored arc welding equipment for use
- Use semi-automatic MIG welding equipment effectively
- Use semi-automatic MAG welding equipment effectively
- Use semi-automatic flux cored arc welding equipment effectively
- Understand the safety requirements when using MIG, MAG and flux cored arc welding equipment
Produce Composite Mouldings Using Pre-Preg TechniquesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll understand health and safety legislation and safe working practices specific to composite moulding using pre-preg techniques. The unit also focuses on developing workplace behaviours such as effective communication and adherence to company objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
Producing Aircraft Detail AssembliesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to safely produce aircraft detail assemblies by planning activities, obtaining and checking tools and equipment, and demonstrating safe working practices and appropriate behaviours while maintaining quality standards.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the aircraft detail assembly activities before they start them
- Obtain the appropriate tools and equipment for the aircraft detail assembly operations, and check that they are in a safe and usable condition
Producing CAD models, drawings, using a CAD systemReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll understand CAD modelling principles and the advantages of CAD systems. The unit covers creating, modifying, storing, and retrieving CAD models and engineering drawings using CAD tools and functions effectively.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the principles of CAD modelling and drawing
- Identify the different types of CAD systems available
- Create CAD models using a CAD system
- Produce engineering drawings from CAD models
- Use CAD system tools and functions effectively
- Modify and edit CAD models and drawings
- Store and retrieve CAD models and drawings using appropriate file management techniques
Producing Cast Components by Manual MeansReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to plan and perform manual casting activities safely, adhering to health and safety legislation and company standards. You'll demonstrate responsible behaviours, understand casting methods, and review job requirements to ensure correct procedures are followed.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the casting activities before they start them
Producing Components by Acrylic MouldingReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit focuses on safely producing components using acrylic moulding techniques. You'll interpret component drawings, prepare tools and materials, and follow health and safety regulations while demonstrating responsible work practices and effective teamwork.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the correct component drawing or any other related specifications for the component to be produced
- Determine what has to be done and how this will be achieved
- Obtain and prepare the appropriate tools, equipment and materials
Producing Composite AssembliesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to plan and produce composite assemblies safely, adhering to health and safety regulations. You'll obtain and prepare components, tools, and equipment, apply safe working practices, and demonstrate occupational behaviours aligned with job roles.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the composite assembly activities before starting them
- Obtain and prepare the appropriate components, tools and equipment
Producing Composite Mouldings using Resin Flow Infusion TechniquesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to safely plan and execute resin flow infusion techniques for producing composite mouldings. The unit emphasises adherence to health and safety regulations and demonstration of effective occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the resin infusion activities before they start them
Producing Composite Mouldings using Wet Lay‐Up TechniquesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to plan and produce composite mouldings using wet lay-up techniques safely. The unit emphasises compliance with health and safety legislation, risk identification, safe working practices, and demonstration of appropriate occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the moulding/laying-up activities before starting them
- Prepare the moulds, jigs or formers ready for the manufacturing operations
Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using a CAD SystemReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to produce, modify, store, and retrieve mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system. You'll understand drawing principles such as orthographic projection and dimensioning, set up CAD systems, and create drawings to specification.
What you'll be able to do
- Understand the principles of producing mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Prepare to produce mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Create mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Modify mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Store and retrieve mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Follow safe working practices when using a CAD system
Producing Platework Components and AssembliesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to plan and carry out platework activities safely, demonstrating appropriate behaviours and communication. You'll obtain tools and equipment, identify hazards, apply personal protective equipment, and comply with health and safety regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the plateworking activities before they start them
- Obtain the appropriate tools and equipment for the plateworking operations, and check that they are in a safe and usable condition
Producing Tool and Die AssembliesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safe production of tool and die assemblies, emphasising compliance with health and safety legislation and company objectives. You'll develop skills in interpreting engineering drawings, selecting materials, preparing components, assembling to specifications, and inspecting finished assemblies.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines.
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives.
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications for tool and die assemblies.
- Select appropriate materials and components for tool and die assemblies.
- Prepare materials and components for assembly.
- Assemble tool and die components according to specifications.
- Inspect and test the assembled tool and die to ensure functionality.
- Identify and rectify any faults or defects in the assembled tool and die.
Producing and Preparing Molten Materials for CastingReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
It teaches you to plan, produce, and prepare molten materials for casting safely. It covers health and safety legislation, hazard control, safe working practices, and the demonstration of occupational behaviours relevant to the job role.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the material melting activities before they are started
Producing and Preparing Sand Moulds and Cores for CastingReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit equips learners with the knowledge to plan and produce sand moulds and cores for casting safely. You'll interpret drawings, apply health and safety requirements, identify hazards, and demonstrate appropriate occupational behaviours throughout the process.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the sand moulding and core making activities before they start them
Producing components by rapid prototyping techniquesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit introduces rapid prototyping techniques, including additive manufacturing principles and CAD model preparation. You'll select materials, produce components using rapid prototyping, and inspect finished products for quality.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of rapid prototyping techniques
- Identify different types of rapid prototyping techniques
- Prepare CAD models for rapid prototyping
- Select appropriate materials for rapid prototyping
- Produce components using rapid prototyping techniques
- Inspect components produced by rapid prototyping
- Follow health and safety procedures when using rapid prototyping equipment
Producing components using hand fitting techniquesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to produce components using hand fitting techniques by interpreting engineering drawings and selecting suitable tools. The unit includes preparing materials, achieving specified dimensions and tolerances, and maintaining a safe and organised work area.
What you'll be able to do
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications for components
- Select and use appropriate hand fitting tools and equipment
- Prepare materials for hand fitting operations
- Produce components to the required dimensions and tolerances using hand fitting techniques
- Inspect and verify the accuracy of finished components
- Maintain a clean and organised work area
Producing electrical or electronic engineering drawings using a CAD systemReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to produce, modify, store, retrieve, and print electrical or electronic engineering drawings using a CAD system. The unit covers setting up CAD software, applying appropriate symbols and conventions, and producing drawings to given specifications.
What you'll be able to do
- Prepare to produce electrical or electronic engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Create electrical or electronic engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Modify electrical or electronic engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Store and retrieve electrical or electronic engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Print or plot electrical or electronic engineering drawings from a CAD system
Producing mechanical assembliesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to produce mechanical assemblies by interpreting engineering drawings, selecting appropriate tools, preparing components, assembling to specifications, inspecting and testing assemblies, rectifying faults, and maintaining a clean work area.
What you'll be able to do
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications for mechanical assemblies
- Select appropriate tools and equipment for producing mechanical assemblies
- Prepare components for mechanical assembly
- Assemble mechanical components according to specifications
- Inspect and test completed mechanical assemblies
- Identify and rectify faults in mechanical assemblies
- Maintain a clean and organised work area during the assembly process
Producing sheet metal components and assembliesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll interpret engineering drawings and select suitable materials for producing sheet metal components and assemblies. The unit includes producing, assembling, inspecting, and verifying the quality of sheet metal work to meet specifications.
What you'll be able to do
- Interpret engineering drawings for sheet metal components and assemblies
- Select appropriate materials for sheet metal components
- Produce sheet metal components using appropriate techniques
- Assemble sheet metal components to create assemblies
- Inspect and verify the quality of sheet metal components and assemblies
Restoring Mechanical Components to Usable Condition by RepairReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to restore mechanical components through repair, adhering to health and safety legislation and company procedures. The unit includes following specifications, applying safe working practices, and demonstrating effective communication and workplace behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow the relevant specifications for the component to be repaired
Slinging, lifting and moving materials and componentsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safety precautions and hazards associated with slinging, lifting, and moving materials and components. You'll explain safety measures, the importance of load security, and identify appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for these operations.
What you'll be able to do
- Explain the specific safety precautions to be taken when slinging and lifting loads, and the need for ensuring load security (general workshop and site safety, appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), protecting other workers during the lifting operations; accident procedure; statutory requirements, risk assessment procedures and relevant requirements of HASAWA, COSHH and Work Equipment Regulations; safe disposal of wastematerials)
- Describe the hazards associated with slinging and lifting of loads, and how they can be minimised
- Describe their understanding of ACOP for safe use of lifting equipment, and Lifting Operation & Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) also BS 7121
- Describe the specific requirements for the marking of lifting equipment, and the specific method used in the organisation in which they are working
- Explain the importance of applying the appropriate behaviours in the workplace and the implications for both the apprentice and the business ifthese are not adhered to
- Describe the range of equipment to be used for the lifting operations (such as hand and power operated cranes, winches pulling equipment)
- Describe the lifting equipment accessories to be used (such as slings, chains, wire ropes, eye bolts)
- Describe the checks that should be made on the lifting equipment prior to use, and problems that they should look for
- Describe how to carry out in-service inspections of the equipment, and what to do should any defective equipment be identified
- Explain how to determine the approximate weight of the load to be moved
- Describe the factors which affect the selection of the lifting equipment and lifting accessories (such as weight, type of load, operating environment)
- Describe how to check that the lifting equipment is capable of lifting the load to be moved
- Explain how to determine the centre of gravity of the load, and how to determine suitable slinging and lifting points
- Describe how to plan and prepare a route for moving loads, and the areas that they will need to take into account
- Describe the specific requirements in their organisation for the use of lifting equipment and lifting operations
- Describe the signalling techniques used to communicate with crane drivers (to include both hand signals and verbal commands)
- Describe how lifting equipment should be stored, handled and maintained
- Describe the problems that can occur with slinging, lifting and moving loads and how these can be avoided
- Describe the extent of their own authority and explain whom they should report to if they have problems that they cannot resolve
- Explain the reporting lines and procedures, line supervision and technical experts
Stripping and Rebuilding Motorsport Engines Pre-CompetitionReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to safely strip and rebuild motorsport engines pre-competition, complying with health and safety regulations. The unit covers obtaining relevant information, hazard identification, safe working practices, and appropriate occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Obtain all the information needed for the motorsport engine stripping and re-building activities to be carried out
- Establish and, where appropriate, mark component orientation for re-assembly
- Ensure that the motorsport engine is correctly mounted in the correct work area
- Carry out the engine stripping and re-building activities, within the limits of personal authority
- Remove and replace the required components, using approved tools and techniques
- Take suitable precautions to prevent damage to components and surrounding systems
- Report any instances where the engine stripping and re-building activities cannot be fully met, or where there are identified defects outside the planned activities
- Complete the relevant documentation, in accordance with organisational requirements
- Label and store (in an appropriate location) components that require repair or overhaul
- Dispose of waste materials and scrap components, in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
Stripping and Rebuilding Motorsport Vehicles Pre-CompetitionReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to safely strip and rebuild motorsport vehicles pre-competition. It includes obtaining necessary information, hazard identification, applying safe working practices, and demonstrating occupational behaviours aligned with job roles.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Obtain all the information needed for the motorsport vehicle preparation activities to be carried out
- Establish and, where appropriate, mark component orientation for re-assembly
- Ensure that any stored energy or substances are released safely and correctly
- Remove and replace the required components, using approved tools and techniques
- Take suitable precautions to prevent damage to components and the surrounding structure
- Report any instances where the removal and replacement activities cannot be fully met, or where there are identified defects outside the planned activities
- Complete the relevant documentation, in accordance with organisational requirements
- Label and store, in an appropriate location, components that require repair or overhaul
- Dispose of waste materials and scrap components, in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
Trimming Composite Mouldings using Hand ToolsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the safe trimming of composite mouldings using hand tools. You'll understand relevant health and safety legislation, identify hazards, follow specifications, select appropriate tools, and demonstrate occupational behaviours aligned with job roles and company objectives.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Follow relevant specifications for the moulding to be trimmed
- Obtain the appropriate tools and equipment for the shaping operations and check they are in a safe and usable condition
Using Wood for Pattern, Modelmaking and Other Engineering ApplicationsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll learn to use wood for pattern making, modelmaking, and other engineering applications safely. The unit includes planning activities, selecting tools and equipment, and demonstrating occupational behaviours in line with health and safety regulations.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, directives and other relevant guidelines
- Demonstrate the required occupational behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Plan the pattern, model or engineering woodworking activities before they start them
- Obtain the appropriate tools and equipment for the operations, and check that they are in a safe and usable condition
Using and communicating Technical InformationReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
This unit covers the skills required to interpret and communicate technical information in engineering contexts.
What you'll be able to do
- Effectively use and communicate technical information.
Using computer software packages to assist with engineering activitiesReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll identify and use various computer software packages to support engineering activities. The unit covers the purpose and function of CAD, CAE, CAM, and documentation software, accurate data input, output interpretation, and secure data management.
What you'll be able to do
- Identify different types of computer software packages used in engineering
- Explain the purpose and function of different computer software packages used in engineering
- Use computer software packages to assist with engineering activities such as design, analysis, or documentation
- Input data accurately into computer software packages
- Interpret the output from computer software packages
- Store and retrieve data using appropriate file management techniques
- Maintain the security of data when using computer software packages
Vacuum Forming Composite MaterialsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll develop the ability to safely vacuum form composite materials, adhering to health and safety legislation and company guidelines. The unit includes equipment setup, hazard identification and control, and demonstration of appropriate occupational behaviours.
What you'll be able to do
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations, directives and guidelines
- Demonstrate the required behaviours in line with the job role and company objectives
- Confirm that the equipment is set up correctly and is ready for use
Wiring and testing programmable controller based systemsReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll gain knowledge of programmable controller based systems, including their components and operation. They will interpret wiring diagrams, wire systems to specifications, test functionality, and diagnose and rectify faults safely.
What you'll be able to do
- Describe the principles of programmable controller based systems
- Identify different types of programmable controllers
- Interpret wiring diagrams for programmable controller systems
- Wire programmable controller based systems according to specifications
- Test programmable controller based systems to ensure correct operation
- Diagnose and rectify faults in programmable controller based systems
- Follow health and safety procedures when working with programmable controller systems
Working Efficiently and Effectively in Advanced Manufacturing and EngineeringReal unit · Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited
You'll demonstrate their ability to work efficiently within the engineering sector.
What you'll be able to do
- Demonstrate efficient working practices.
The honest bit
You’ve started things before
Most courses were built for a room full of people who aren’t you. A cohort moves on whether or not your week allowed it, and by the third week the thing you’re behind on becomes the reason you stop opening it.
There’s no cohort here, and no timetable to fall behind. Before anything starts, Zavmo asks when you’re sharpest and how long you can realistically sit down for, then builds the sessions around those answers. A bad fortnight changes your pace. It doesn’t put you behind.
And you only pay once you start learning. Searching and planning are free, and you can cancel any time — so the cost of finding out is an afternoon, not a year.
Your passport
Every credit is a stamp you keep
Level 2 credits are regulated. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you’ve earned and what’s next.
Applying Surface Finishes to Composite MouldingsAssembling Electrical or Electronic Components to Mechanical EquipmentAssembling Fluid Power Components to Mechanical EquipmentAssembling Pattern, Model and Engineering Woodwork ComponentsAssembling Pipework Components to Mechanical Equipment:Assembling and testing electronic circuitsAssembling and testing fluid power systemsAssembling, Wiring and Testing Electrical Panels/Components Mounted in Enclosures
Each stamp is a real unit registered against this qualification.
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Where these credits take you
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EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
- Applying heat treatment to engineering materials
- Applying surface finishes to composite mouldings
- Assemble Complex and Non-Routine Engineered Wood Components
- Assemble Electrical Equipment and Systems in Engineering Construction
- Assemble battery packs
- Assemble engineered wood components
- Assembling Composite Components
- Assembling Electronic Circuits
Where this can lead
Associate Prototype Assistant
Your journey here starts with learning the fundamentals, but the possibilities are vast. We're investing in people who want to grow their practical skills and become true masters of bringing ideas to life. Where you go is really up to your ambition and what you enjoy doing most.
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Skills it covers
What the job actually needs. These are the standards the units are built against, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.
Applying heat treatment to engineering materialsApplying surface finishes to composite mouldingsAssemble Complex and Non-Routine Engineered Wood ComponentsAssemble Electrical Equipment and Systems in Engineering ConstructionAssemble battery packsAssemble engineered wood componentsAssembling Composite ComponentsAssembling Electronic CircuitsAssembling Engineering Woodwork ComponentsAssembling Pattern, Model and Engineering Woodwork Components LegacyAssembling Pipework Components to Mechanical EquipmentAssembling aircraft electrical componentsAssembling and Testing Fluid Power Systems LegacyAssembling and preparing investment shells for castingAssembling and testing electronic circuitsAssembling and testing electronic circuits LegacyAssembling and testing fluid power systemsAssembling and wiring electrical panels+210 more
How you’ll actually learn this
One-to-one, on your own real work
A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.
One-to-one, on your real workNo lectures, no past-papers. Every unit is practised on the actual tasks your job throws at you, a tutor beside you, not a video in front of you.
Taught to the top, not the testMost courses stop at remembering. Your companion keeps climbing: analysing, judging, creating. That’s the part a machine can’t do for you.
Credits you keep, a map that continuesEvery unit is regulated and yours for good. The day you finish, Zavmo already knows the next role your new credits open.
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Which job do you mean?
This unit covers the safe application of surface finishes to composite mouldings. Learners will understand relevant health and safety requirements, use personal protective equipment correctly, and demonstrate effective communication and workplace behaviours.
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Built for EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
93 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Excellence, Achievement & Learning Limited.
- Applying Surface Finishes to Composite Mouldings
- Assembling Electrical or Electronic Components to Mechanical Equipment
- Assembling Fluid Power Components to Mechanical Equipment
- Assembling Pattern, Model and Engineering Woodwork Components
- Assembling Pipework Components to Mechanical Equipment:
- Assembling and testing electronic circuits
and 87 more in the full unit list below.
One to one, not one to many
No two people run this the same way
A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.
- Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
- What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
- The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
- How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
- Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.
See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.
Why it sticks
Most courses stop at remembering
There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.
- 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
- 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
- 4AnalyseThe Analyst
- 3ApplyThe Coach
- 2UnderstandThe Connector
- 1RememberThe Builder
Where most courses leave you Where Zavmo takes you
Why this matters: AI can already remember and understand for you. What it can’t do is
take your real problem and judge the right call. So the only learning worth paying
for is the learning that takes you to the top. That’s exactly what a tutor doing it with
you, on your real work, is for.
The value
Why the companion is worth £70 a month
You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.
That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.
Earned on your own work, taught to the top.
Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.
Build my plan, freeNo card. See how this qualification maps onto your role and meet the tutors who’d teach it, free. The learning begins when you subscribe. It’s £70 a month, billed monthly. Cancel any time and billing stops.