Machining Technician L3 Standard

After completing a machining apprenticeship, the next step largely depends on your interests and career goals. You could continue working as a machinist, either with your current employer or by seeking new opportunities where you can further develop your skills in CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or toolmaking. If you’;re interested in advancing your qualifications, pursuing a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering or Manufacturing could open doors to supervisory or engineering roles. Alternatively, you may want to explore engineering design or CAD-based roles, which would allow you to apply your machining knowledge in creating new products or systems. Another option is moving into a managerial role, such as a production or shop floor manager, where you would oversee teams and processes. For those with entrepreneurial aspirations, starting a machining business or becoming a consultant is also a possibility. Whichever path you choose, your apprenticeship lays a solid foundation for continued growth in the manufacturing and engineering industries.

Assessment during your apprenticeship will be through assignments. Each outcome or module will be assessed by a project-style assignment. There will be additional tasks on the college OneFile system. At the end of the apprenticeship students will complete an End Point Assessment consisting of: Assessment method 1: Observation with questioning Assessment method 2: Professional discussion supported by a portfolio of evidence