Intro to LCR Advanced Manufacturing & Renewable Maintenance Skills

Level: 3 | Duration: 12 Weeks | Start Date: 21/09/2020
Details: Mondays, 6:00pm – 8:30pm

What is this course about?
This course is ideal for anyone who wants an introduction to some of the latest engineering sectors with the aim of re-training and pursuing a career in advanced manufacturing maintenance and renewable technologies. The course consists of L2 and L3 elements and is primarily a practical hand on course with supporting written units. The course is suited for adults with a keen intertest in engineering or possibly a current role within the sector and considering a role change.

The course is designed to help close a current skills gap with the Liverpool City Region, engineering technicians with high level skills in multi skilled mechanical and electrical maintenance have been identified by multiple engineering companies in the region as need. Delivery will be a mix of on-site activities and blended online learning, upon completion you will be achieve a LCR backed College Certificate.

You will cover compulsory aspects such as:

• Working safely and effectively
• Design, construct, test electrical circuits
• Mechanical maintenance and repair
• Mechatronics operation
• Computer Aided Design CAD
• Computer Aided Manufacture CAM/CNC
•  Renewable energy technology and testing

Why choose this course?
This course is ideal for a technician currently working in the engineering sector who is interested in the possibility of re-training to change their role, it is also advantageous to an individual who is interested in the engineering sector but who has no formal experience and would like a course designed to offer an insight without the need to enroll on a full time qualification before exploring the sector.

Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements although a keen interest or background in engineering is essential

What will this course lead on to?
This course is a course designed to show some of the newest engineering technologies that are in short supply across the region, this course could lead to a full level 3 qualification in a chosen field or employment in a new engineering sector.

What will I learn on this course?
On this course you will learn how to work safely in an engineering environment and introduce the practical skills essential for employment in the industry. You will be given an insight to multiple roles within the LCR which are currently in short supply.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through a number practical tests and observations after each module, there will be some written elements including maths for engineers and safety legislation that will be assessed via a written test.

Are there any costs associated with this course?
Learners will be expected to provide their own safety footwear, overalls & eye protection.
(Aged 19+) Course fee: £399
Many of our courses can be studied for free, even if you are employed or self-employed, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you have chosen to study. Please visit  www.riversidecollege.ac.uk/adults/fees/  for more  information.  This course can be paid in instalments.
An Advanced Learner Loan is also available for this course. It will fully cover your fees with no repayments until you earn £25,725 or more per year. This course can be paid in instalments.