Performing Manufacturing Operations

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

NVQ Diploma - EAL

Level

Level Two

What's it all about?

This qualification is ideally suited to both the experienced operator looking for a formal qualification recognising their expertise, or someone new to the role who is following a training programme in manufacturing operation. PMO can usually be easily matched to the company training programme, which means new staff could be following the qualification from day one!

To achieve the full award, you must complete six units which include one mandatory unit and four assessment units.

Progression

Successful completion of this course will possibly enable you to progress to level 3 qualifications at the College.

Entry Requirements

n our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

four GCSEs at grades D-F (including English and maths)
a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
an NVQ level 1 / technical certificate in a related subject
successful completion of the Jumpstart programme
successful completion of the PLP / Prince's Trust programme
equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration

52 Weeks

Business Benefits

A motivated workforce and better qualified staff.

Are there any exams?

You will need to collect a variety of evidence such as statements, observations and testimonies to build a portfolio. All of this will be under the guidance of an assessor. Once the criteria for each unit have been met, the unit will be signed off as competent.

It is a requirement of enrolment that you submit work, contact or meet with your assessor at least once a month in order to avoid being withdrawn. Before enrolling you need to consider this point carefully in order to be sure that you are able to commit to participating on this basis.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

UNIT OVERVIEW

Mandatory units

Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements

Assessment units (one from following)

Promoting effective working relationships
contributing to effective team working

Assessment units (three from following)

Transferring materials
Preparing for manufacturing operations
Concluding manufacturing operations
Ensuring effective handover of manufacturing operations
Receiving and checking incoming materials
Controlling manufacturing operations
Improving effectiveness in the workplace
Analysing the results of inspection and confirming quality of production
Recording and reporting inspection and test results

Job specific assessment units (one from the following)

Transferring materials
Producing shaped products
Producing products by assembly operations
Producing joined products
Producing products by processing
Producing formed products
Finishing products
Producing moulded products
Producing packaged products
Making products using computer controlled equipment

When can I study?

In the workplace, once a month

Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome. For further information please contact the Customer Services team on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.