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1 NOCN Level 2 NVQ Dip in Performing Engineering Operations Qualification and Assessment Specification NOCN Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations Qualification No: 603/0649/X Operational Start Date: 17 th October 2016 Version 1.0 October 2016

2 Introduction NOCN is a leading awarding organisation that has been creating opportunities for learners for over 30 years. It is the organisation preserving the proud heritage of the Open College Network (OCN) in the UK and is a brand trusted by learners, colleges, training providers and employers who recognise NOCN qualifications as an indicator of competence and quality. A NOCN qualification recognises a learner s skills and knowledge and can support progression to employment, training and/or further education. In addition to being an awarding organisation NOCN is also an apprenticeship assessment organisation and works internationally as well as in the UK. This document is a resource for NOCN centres who wish to offer the NOCN Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing and provides guidance to support delivery of the qualification. The qualification is relevant to the engineering sector. Additional documents available to support the qualification and the location Performing (PEO) NVQ Level 1 and 2 QCF Unit Assessment Strategy available from the Semta web site Please be aware that this Qualification specification is 440 pages in length. 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Overview of Qualification Entry Requirements Progression Routes Qualification Details Qualification Structure Total Qualification Time (TQT) Assessment and Evidence Fair and Equitable Assessment Learners with Particular Requirements Recognised Prior Learning Assessment and Evidence for the components Centre Information Required Resources for Delivering the Qualification Tutor Requirements Assessor Requirements Internal Quality Assurer Requirements Continuing Professional Development (CPD) External Quality Assurance Offering the qualification Component Information Mandatory Components Engineering Practices Pathway Technical Support Pathway

4 1. Overview of Qualification This qualification is vocationally based and as such, offers the opportunity for learners to demonstrate an achievement of practical skills, understanding and knowledge of working within performing engineering operations. Learners will gain knowledge on the generic skills such as health and safety and working in engineering and select one of two different pathways, engineering practices or technical support where they will be able to focus on the skills specific to their role. This qualification has been developed for inclusion in the Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Improving Operational Performance, Pathway 1: Intermediate Level in Performing. To achieve the full apprenticeship learners will also need to complete a knowledge qualification as listed on the apprenticeship framework together with functional skills in mathematics and English at Level 1. This qualification can be taken as a standalone qualification to enable the learner to develop and demonstrate knowledge, understanding and skills in engineering operations, dependant on the chosen optional components. This qualification is suitable for learners looking to gain employment within the engineering sector at an operational level or for those already employed in an operational role within the sector where it can be achieved to demonstrate competence in their role. 1.1 Entry Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for learners undertaking this qualification but training providers must ensure that candidates have the ability and opportunity to successfully complete the qualification including access to suitable tools, equipment and materials. Learners must be in a position to demonstrate the requirements of the qualification and have access to required assessment opportunities and relevant resources. Please refer to specific assessment requirements on individual components for more information. Centres should undertake initial assessment activities with learners to ensure this is an appropriate qualification and they are capable of achieving the level they will be studying before enrolling them onto a programme of learning. This qualification is available to learners aged 16 years or over. 1.2 Progression Routes Achievement of this qualification confirms the learner has gained the knowledge and skills required to: gain employment in the engineering sector in roles such as metal working and machine operatives, quality control (batch work), computer numerically controlled machine operator, maintenance operative, process operator. 4

5 progress onto an occupational workplace supervisory qualification to allow for progression into supervisory or management roles or a higher level apprenticeship. 5

6 2. Qualification Details 2.1 Qualification Structure The NOCN Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing is a minimum 40 credit qualification with a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of hours, including Guided Learning Hours (GLH) dependant on pathway chosen. All Learners must achieve all 13 credits from the Mandatory Group. Learners must achieve a minimum of 27 credits for the Engineering Practices Pathway (Mandatory Group A1) or 51 credits for the Technical Support Pathway (11 Credits in A2, 16 credits from B2 and 24 credits from C2). Barred units are present in the Engineering Practices Pathway and are detailed on page 10. Mandatory Group Component Title Working Safely in an Engineering Environment Carrying out Engineering Activities Efficiently and Effectively Using and Communicating Technical Information Level Credit Value Mandatory or Optional Ofqual Unit Reference Number 2 5 M F/508/ M J/508/ M L/508/5184 Engineering Practices Pathway Mandatory Group A1 The learner must achieve 27 credits from this group. Component Title Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using a CAD System Producing Components using Hand Fitting Techniques Level Credit Value Mandatory or Optional Ofqual Unit Reference Number 2 11 O H/508/ O K/508/4642 Producing Mechanical Assemblies 2 15 O M/508/4643 Forming and Assembling Pipework Systems 2 14 O F/508/4663 Carrying Out Aircraft Detail Fitting Activities 2 14 O A/508/4676 6

7 Installing Aircraft Mechanical Fasteners 2 11 O K/508/4690 Producing Aircraft Detail Assemblies 2 14 O M/508/4691 Preparing and Using Lathes for Turning Operations 2 15 O T/508/4692 Preparing and Using Milling Machines 2 15 O A/508/4693 Preparing and Using Grinding Machines 2 15 O F/508/4694 Preparing and Proving CNC Machine Tool Programs 2 14 O Y/508/4703 Preparing and using CNC Turning Machines 2 14 O D/508/4704 Preparing and using CNC Milling Machines 2 14 O Y/508/4698 Preparing and using CNC Machining Centres 2 14 O F/508/4727 Preparing and using Industrial Robots 2 14 O J/508/4728 Maintaining Mechanical Devices and Equipment 2 14 O F/508/4730 Assembling and Testing Fluid Power Systems 2 14 O D/508/4749 Maintaining Fluid Power Equipment 2 14 O D/508/4735 Producing Sheet Metal Components and Assemblies 2 14 O H/508/4882 Producing Platework Components and Assemblies 2 14 O K/508/4883 Cutting and Shaping Materials using Thermal Cutting Equipment 2 14 O M/508/4884 Preparing and Proving CNC Fabrication Machine Tool Programs 2 14 O T/508/4885 Preparing and using CNC Fabrication Machinery 2 14 O A/508/4886 Preparing and using Manual Metal Arc Welding Equipment 2 15 O F/508/4887 Preparing and using Manual TIG or Plasma-Arc Welding Equipment 2 15 O J/508/4888 Preparing and using Semi-Automatic MIG, MAG and Flux Cored Arc Welding 2 15 O M/508/5078 Equipment Preparing and using Manual Oxy/Fuel Gas Welding Equipment 2 14 O Y/508/5088 Preparing and using Manual Flame Brazing and Braze Welding Equipment 2 11 O D/508/5089 Producing Electrical or Electronic Engineering Drawings using a CAD System 2 11 O R/508/5090 7

8 Wiring and Testing Electrical Equipment and Circuits 2 14 O Y/508/5091 Forming and Assembling Electrical Cable Enclosure and Support Systems 2 13 O D/508/5092 Assembling, Wiring and Testing Electrical Panels/Components Mounted in 2 14 O H/508/5093 Enclosures Assembling and Testing Electronic Circuits 2 14 O K/508/5094 Maintaining Electrical Equipment/Systems 2 15 O M/508/5095 Maintaining Electronic Equipment/Systems 2 15 O F/508/5098 Maintaining and Testing Process Instrumentation and Control Devices 2 15 O T/508/5096 Wiring and Testing Programmable Controller based Systems 2 15 O A/508/5097 Using Wood for Pattern, Modelmaking and other Engineering Applications 2 15 O R/508/5106 Assembling Pattern, Model and Engineering Woodwork Components 2 14 O J/508/5099 Producing Composite Mouldings using Wet Lay-up Techniques 2 14 O Y/508/5107 Producing Composite Mouldings using Pre-Preg Techniques 2 14 O D/508/5108 Producing Composite Mouldings using Resin Flow Infusion Techniques 2 14 O H/508/5109 Producing Composite Assemblies 2 64 O Y/508/5110 Producing Components by Rapid Prototyping Techniques 2 11 O D/508/5111 Producing and Preparing Sand Moulds and Cores for Casting 2 14 O J/508/5118 Producing and Preparing Molten Materials for Casting 2 14 O L/508/5119 Producing Cast Components by Manual Means 2 13 O J/508/5149 Fettling, Finishing and Checking Cast Components 2 11 O A/508/5150 Finishing Surfaces by Applying Coatings or Coverings 2 9 O H/508/5112 Finishing Surfaces by Applying Treatments 2 9 O A/508/5116 Carrying Out Heat Treatment of Engineering Materials 2 9 O F/508/5117 Carrying Out Hand Forging of Engineering Materials 2 9 O H/508/5160 8

9 Stripping and Rebuilding Motorsport Vehicles Pre-Competition Inspecting a Motorsport Vehicle during a Competition Diagnosing and Rectifying Faults on Motorsport Vehicle Systems during Competition Carrying Out Maintenance Activities on Motorsport Vehicle Electrical Equipment Stripping and Rebuilding Motorsport Engines Pre-Competition Producing CAD Models/Drawings using a CAD System General Machining, Fitting and Assembly Applications General Fabrication and Welding Applications General Electrical and Electronic Engineering Applications General Maintenance Engineering Applications Joining Public Service Vehicle Components by Mechanical Processes Assembling Structural Sub Assemblies to Produce a Public Service Vehicle Fitting Sub Assemblies and Components to Public Service Vehicles Preparing and Manoeuvring Armoured Fighting Vehicles AFVs for Maintenance and Transportation Producing Composite Mouldings using Resin Film Infusion Techniques 2 14 O K/508/ O M/508/ O T/508/ O F/508/ O J/508/ O K/508/ O A/508/ O F/508/ O J/508/ O L/508/ O Y/508/ O R/508/ O Y/508/ O D/508/ O H/508/5174 Barred units in the Engineering Practices Pathway Only one unit from H/508/4641, R/508/5090 and K/508/5158 may be included in the learner s choice of units. If unit A/508/5164 is selected then units K/508/4642, M/508/4643, A/508/4676, T/508/4692, A/508/4693, D/508/4704, Y/508/4698 and F/508/4727 cannot be included in the learner s choice of units. If unit F/508/5165 is selected then units M/508/4691, H/508/4882, K/508/4883, T/508/4885, A/508/4886, F/508/4887, J/508/4888, M/508/5078, Y/508/5088 and D/508/5092 cannot be included in the learner s choice of units. 9

10 If unit J/508/5166 is selected then units Y/508/5091, H/508/5093, K/508/5094 and A/508/5097 cannot be included in the learner s choice of units. If unit L/508/5167 is selected then units F/508/4730, D/508/4735, M/508/5095, F/508/5098, T/508/5096, A/508/5097, T/508/5163 and F/508/5151 cannot be included in the learner s choice of units. Technical Support Pathway Mandatory Group A2 The learner must achieve 11 credits from this group. Component Title Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using a CAD System Producing Electrical or Electronic Engineering Drawings using a CAD System Producing CAD Models/Drawings using a CAD System Level Credit Value Mandatory or Optional Ofqual Unit Reference Number 2 11 O H/508/ O R/508/ O K/508/5158 Mandatory Group B2 The learner must achieve 16 credits from this group. Component Title Level Credit Value Mandatory or Optional Ofqual Unit Reference Number Producing Engineering Project Plans 2 8 O K/508/5175 Using Computer Software Packages to Assist with Engineering Activities 2 8 O M/508/5176 Conducting Business Improvement Activities 2 8 O T/508/

11 Mandatory Group C2 The learner must achieve 24 credits from this group. Component Title General Machining, Fitting and Assembly Applications General Fabrication and Welding Applications General Electrical and Electronic Engineering Applications General Maintenance Engineering Applications Level Credit Value Mandatory or Optional Ofqual Unit Reference Number 2 12 O A/508/ O F/508/ O J/508/ O L/508/ Total Qualification Time (TQT) Through consultation with users, TQT has been agreed by considering the total number of learning hours required for the average learner to achieve this qualification. TQT is split into two areas: Guided Learning Hours (GLH): o learning activity under the immediate guidance or supervision of a lecturer, supervisor, tutor or other appropriate provider of education or training o includes the activity of being assessed if the assessment takes place under the immediate guidance or supervision of a lecturer, supervisor, tutor or other appropriate provider of education or training. Other Learning Hours (OLH): o an estimate of the number of hours a learner will spend, as directed by (but not under the immediate guidance or supervision of) a lecturer, supervisor, tutor or other appropriate provider of education or training, including: preparatory work self-study or any other form of education or training, including assessment. Examples of GLH activities include: Classroom-based learning supervised by a teacher Work-based learning supervised by a teacher Live webinar or telephone tutorial with a teach in real time E-learning supervised by a teacher in real time All forms of assessment which take place under the immediate guidance or supervision of an appropriate provider of training Exam time 11

12 Examples of OLH activities include: Independent and unsupervised research/learning Unsupervised compilation of a portfolio of work experience Unsupervised e-learning Unsupervised e-assessment Unsupervised coursework Watching a pre-recorded podcast or webinar Unsupervised work-based learning The agreed Total Qualification Time has been used to identify the qualification s Credit Value. 12

13 2.3 Assessment and Evidence This qualification is internally set and internally assessed. Assessment activity must ensure evidence of achievement against all of the assessment criteria specified within each component. Centres must ensure that knowledge based learning is at the correct level for the qualification, and relevant to the work or events likely to be encountered in the course of a manufacturing job role. Assessment activities must be robust in that they are Valid Sufficient Reliable Authentic Fit for purpose in that they are suitable for the identified assessment criteria and offer the learner the opportunity to demonstrate achievement at the required level. Provide the opportunity for the learner to provide adequate evidence, showing full coverage of the requirements of the assessment criteria. Generate clear and consistent outcomes recognising that the activities may be applied to differing scenarios and in different contexts, with different learners. The evidence sought by the activity must be able to be assessed and result in assessment decisions that are consistent across all assessors and centres offering the qualification. Assessment activities should not deliberately offer an unfair advantage to or disadvantage specific groups of learners. Evidence presented must be the learner s own work. 2.4 Fair and Equitable Assessment Assessment must be designed to be accessible and inclusive and the assessment methodology must be appropriate for individual assessment, giving due consideration to any assessment requirements attached to individual components. 2.5 Learners with Particular Requirements If you are a NOCN Recognised Centre and have learners with particular requirements, please see the NOCN Reasonable Adjustments Policy and Procedure within the Centres, NOCN Centres, Processes and Documents Section on This policy gives clear guidance on the reasonable adjustments and arrangements that can be made to take account of disability or learning difficulty without compromising the assessment criteria. 13

14 The NOCN Centre Recognition process requires the centre to hold policy statements on Equal Opportunities, Diversity and Disability Discrimination which will be reviewed by NOCN. Please contact for further details. 2.6 Recognised Prior Learning Recognising Prior Learning is an assessment process that recognises learning that has its origins in a learner s experience and/or previous formal and informal learning contexts. This includes knowledge and skills gained within school, college, university and outside formal learning situations such as through life, employment, apprenticeships and other work experiences. NOCN is committed to the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and has developed a policy and procedures to inform and support centres. This is available on the NOCN website at Assessment and Evidence for the components Internally set assessments Centres can use the following assessment methods: Observation of Performance in the Work Environment Examining Products of Work Oral / Written Questioning Discussion with the Learner Use of Others (Witness Testimony) Looking at Learner Statements Recognising Prior Learning Skills Tests Assignments Projects Case Studies Which can be presented in a portfolio of evidence. Forms and guidance for gathering learner evidence against the individual assessment criteria are available for download in Word format on the NOCN website: Alternatively, centres can use their own paperwork provided they ensure that the learners work is ordered and portfolio references provided as required. 14

15 3. Centre Information 3.1 Required Resources for Delivering the Qualification As part of the requirement to deliver this qualification there is an expectation that staff undertaking roles as part of the delivery and assessment of the qualification have a demonstrable level of expertise. Centres should be aware that this qualification must be assessed in accordance with the Semta Performing NVQ Level 1 and 2 QCF Unit Assessment Strategy (Version 2.), available at When this qualification is delivered as part of an apprenticeships centres should be aware that learners must also complete their Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) and Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS). Semta, the Sector Skills Council for manufacturing and engineering have produced workbooks to cover both of these and links to them can be found here: NOCN expects that Tutors and Assessors are able to demonstrate the following competencies: Tutor Requirements Be technically competent, hold or be registered as working towards, a recognised education and training qualification, have experience of delivering training within this subject area. The minimum expectation is that the level of competence of the Tutor should be at the same level as the training that is to be delivered Assessor Requirements Be technically competent, have experience of carrying out assessment activities and hold, or be registered as working towards, a recognised assessing qualification. The minimum expectation is that the level of competence of the Assessor should be at the same level as the qualification being assessed Internal Quality Assurer Requirements Each centre must have internal quality assurance policies and procedures in place to ensure that decisions made by Assessors are appropriate, consistent, fair and transparent, and that they do not discriminate against any learner. The policies and procedures must be sufficient to secure the quality of the award, ensuring validity, reliability and consistency. NOCN expects that an Internal Quality Assurer is able to demonstrate the following competencies: 15

16 They should: Have an understanding of the subject area, have experience in carrying out internal quality assurance activities and hold, or be registered as working towards, a recognised Internal Quality Assurance qualification. The minimum expectation is that the level of competence should be at the same level as the qualification being quality assured. NOCN supports and recognises Centres internal quality assurance systems which support the above; any system should include standardisation and sharing of good practice. Centre staff may undertake more than one role, e.g. tutor, assessor or internal quality assurer, but they cannot carry out any quality assurance on work that they have previously assessed Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Centres are expected to support their staff, ensuring that their subject knowledge remains current and that their members of staff are up to date with regards to best practice in delivery, assessment and quality assurance External Quality Assurance Once recognised as a Centre, NOCN will allocate an External Quality Assurer. The External Quality Assurer will have ongoing responsibility for monitoring the Centre s compliance with the requirements of centre recognised status. The External Quality Assurer will make regular visits to all Centres. During these visits he/she will: Monitor the Centre s compliance with the Centre Recognition agreement by reviewing course documentation, meeting managers, tutors, internal quality assurers, learners and administrative staff. Verify the Award of Credit using the Recommendation for the Award of Credit form (RAC). Refer to the NOCN Quality Assurance User Guide for further information on the External Quality Assurance process. 16

17 3.2 Offering the qualification Existing Centres If you are already recognised to offer NOCN qualifications and would like more information about offering this qualification, please contact: Use Horizon to add this qualification to your centre. New Centres If you are interested in offering this qualification, but are not yet a NOCN Approved Centre and would like more information about becoming a NOCN centre and offering this qualification please see Become a Registered Centre on our website and complete the New Business Enquiry Form. 17

18 4. Component Information This qualification consists of 3 mandatory components and 67 additional optional components for Engineering Practices and 10 additional optional components for Technical Support optional components. To achieve this qualification a learner must provide evidence of learning and achievement against all of the assessment criteria within each. However a number of assessment criteria can be taught and assessed through one activity using holistic assessment which focuses on the whole work activity rather than specific component of a qualification. A copy of each of the components follows: 18

19 4.1 Mandatory Components Component Title Ofqual unit reference number Working Safely in an Engineering Environment F/508/5182 Unit Level Level 2 GLH 33 Unit Credit Value 5 Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the Common Requirements for National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in the QCF which can be downloaded from Semta s website. Additional assessment requirements have been published by Semta and are set down in Semta s Performing Level 2 unit assessment strategy which can be downloaded from: Operations-NVQ-Level-1-and-2.pdf LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner will: 1. Work safely in an engineering environment. The learner can: 1.1. Comply with their duties and obligations as defined in the Health and Safety at Work Act (HASAWA) Demonstrate their understanding of their duties and obligations to health and safety by carrying out all of the following: applying in principle their duties and responsibilities as an individual under the Health and Safety at Work Act and other relevant current legislation identifying, within their working environment, appropriate sources of information and guidance on health and safety issues, to include: - eye protection and personal protective equipment - COSHH regulations - risk assessments identifying the warning signs and labels of the main groups of hazardous or dangerous substances complying at all times with the appropriate statutory regulations and specific regulations relevant to their work Apply safe working practices and procedures at all times. 19

20 1.4. Apply safe working practices in an engineering environment, to include all of the following: present themselves in the workplace suitably dressed/prepared for the activities to be undertaken observe personal protection and hygiene procedures at all times act in a responsible manner at all times within the working environment maintain a tidy workplace, with exits and gangways free from obstructions use tools and equipment safely and only for the purpose intended carry out their work activities in accordance with legal requirements and the organisations safety policies take measures to protect others from harm resulting from any work that they are carrying out Follow organisational accident and emergency procedures Comply with all emergency requirements, to include: identifying the appropriate qualified first aiders or appointed person, and the location of first aid facilities identifying the procedures to be followed in the event of injury to themselves or others following organisational procedures in the event of fire/fire drills and for the evacuation of premises/work area identifying and using the procedures to be followed in the event of dangerous occurrences or hazardous malfunctions of equipment, processes or machinery Recognise and control hazards in the workplace to minimise risks Identify the hazards and risks that are associated with all of the following: their working environment (such as working at height, in confined spaces, hot work) the tools and equipment that they use (such as machines, power tools, cutting tools) materials and substances that they use (such as cutting fluids/oils, hydraulic fluids, fluxes) using working practices that do not follow laiddown procedures Use correct manual lifting and carrying techniques Demonstrate the following methods of manual lifting and carrying techniques: lifting alone Plus one more of the following: 20

21 with assistance of others with mechanical assistance. 2. Know how to work safely in an engineering environment Describe the roles and responsibilities of themselves and others under the Health and Safety at Work Act and other current legislation (such as The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations; Workplace Health and Safety and Welfare Regulations; Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations; Manual Handling Operations Regulations; Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations; Display Screen at Work Regulations, Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) Describe the specific regulations and safe working practices and procedures that apply to their work activities (such as The Electricity at Work Regulations, Woodworking Regulations) Describe the warning signs for the main groups of hazardous substances defined by Classification, Packaging and Labelling of Dangerous Substances Regulations Explain how to locate relevant health and safety information for their tasks, and the sources of expert assistance when help is needed Explain what constitutes a hazard in the workplace (such as moving parts of machinery, electricity, slippery and uneven surfaces, dust and fumes, handling and transporting, contaminants and irritants, material ejection, fire, working at height, environment, pressure/stored energy systems, volatile or toxic materials, unshielded processes) Describe their responsibilities for dealing with hazards and reducing risks in the workplace (such as hazard spotting and safety inspections; the use of hazard check lists, carrying out risk assessments, COSHH assessments and safe systems of working) Describe the risks associated with their working environment (such as the tools, materials and equipment that they use, spillages of oil and chemicals, not reporting accidental breakages of tools or equipment and not following laid-down working practices and procedures) Describe the sources of information for safety (such as local work procedures, codes of practice or guidance, the severity of the accident or injury that the hazard may cause) Describe the control measures that can be used to eliminate/reduce the hazard (such as lock-off and permit to work procedures, provision of safe access and egress, use of guards and fume 21

22 extraction equipment, use of personal protective equipment) Describe the first aid facilities that exist within their work area and within the organisation in general, and the procedures to be followed in the case of accidents involving injury Explain what constitute dangerous occurrences and hazardous malfunctions, and why these must be reported even if no-one was injured Describe the procedures for sounding the emergency alarms, evacuation procedures and escape routes to be used, and the need to report their presence at the appropriate assembly point Describe the organisational policy with regard to fire fighting procedures; the common causes of fire and what they can do to help prevent them Describe the personal protective equipment (PPE) and protective clothing that is available for their areas of activity Describe the need to observe personal protection and hygiene procedures at all times (such as skin care (barrier creams, gloves); eye protection (safety glasses, goggles, full face masks); hearing protection (ear plugs, ear defenders); respiratory protection (fume extraction, face masks, breathing apparatus; head protection (caps with hair restraints, protective helmets); foot protection (safety footwear); dangers of ingestion and the importance of washing hands) Explain how to act responsibly within the working environment (such as observing restricted area notices, complying with warning signs, walking not running, using equipment only for its intended purpose, not interfering with equipment or process that are not within their job role, following approved safety procedures at all times) Describe the methods of manually handling and moving loads (such as pushing, pulling, levering); how to lift and carry loads safely and correctly (such as from ground level, waist high, overhead, reaching over); and the manual and mechanical lifting and moving aids available Describe good housekeeping arrangements (such as maintaining cleanliness of their work area; removal of waste materials; storage of materials, tools and equipment and products; maintenance of access and egress (such as clear walkways, emergency exits)) Explain when to act on their own initiative and when to seek help and advice from others Explain to whom they should report in the event of problems that they cannot resolve. 22

23 Component Title Ofqual unit reference number Unit Level Level 2 GLH 29 Unit Credit Value 4 Assessment Guidance Carrying out Engineering Activities Efficiently and Effectively J/508/5183 This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the Common Requirements for National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in the QCF which can be downloaded from Semta s website. Additional assessment requirements have been published by Semta and are set down in Semta s Performing Level 2 unit assessment strategy which can be downloaded from: Operations-NVQ-Level-1-and-2.pdf LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner will: 1. Work efficiently and effectively in engineering. The learner can: 1.1. Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines Ensure that they apply all of the following checks and practices at all times during the engineering activities: adhere to procedures or systems in place for risk assessment, COSHH, personal protective equipment and other relevant safety regulations wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for the work area and specific activity being carried out use all tools and equipment safely and correctly, and only for their intended purpose ensure that the work area is maintained and left in a safe and tidy condition Plan the engineering activities before they start them Prepare for the specific engineering activity, by producing a work plan which includes all of the following: documentation required (such as drawings, technical/reference documents - such as tapping drill sizes, imperial to metric 23

24 conversion books, component specifications, quality documentation) materials required (such as stock material, components, part-machined components, cables/wire, welding consumables) equipment required (such as machine tools to be used, lifting and handling equipment, bending and forming equipment, anti-static equipment, test equipment) workholding methods and equipment (such as machine or bench vice, clamps, special workholding arrangements), where appropriate tools required (such as hand tools, portable power tools, cutting tools, soldering irons) measuring equipment required (such as mechanical, electrical, pressure, flow, level, speed, sound) the operating sequence to be followed timescale required to complete the engineering operations Prepare the work area for carrying out the engineering activity Prepare to carry out the engineering activity, ensuring all of the following, as applicable to the work to be undertaken: the work area is free from hazards and is suitably prepared for the activities to be undertaken any required safety procedures are implemented any necessary personal protection equipment is obtained, and is in a usable condition tools and equipment required are obtained and checked that they are in a safe and usable condition all necessary drawings, specifications and associated documents are obtained job instructions are obtained and understood the correct materials or components are obtained appropriate authorisation to carry out the work is obtained Obtain all necessary tools and equipment and check that they are in a safe and usable condition Deal promptly and effectively with problems within their control, and seek help and guidance from the relevant people if they have problems that they cannot resolve Deal with problems affecting the engineering activity, to include two of the following: materials 24

25 tools and equipment drawings job specification quality people timescales safety work activities or procedures Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and supervisors Create and maintain effective working relationships, to include carrying out all of the following: turning up at their place of work on time and suitably dressed for the work activities to be carried out following instructions given to them and checking out any uncertainties before they start work seeking information and assistance in a courteous and polite manner taking advice from others in a positive way dealing with disagreements in an amicable and constructive way communicating with others nearby to make sure that they know about actions they are taking which may affect their work showing respect for the views, rights and property of others Review personal training and development, as appropriate to the job role Contribute to developing their own engineering competence, to include all of the following: describing the levels of skill, knowledge and understanding needed for competence in the areas of work expected of them describing their development objectives/program, and how these were identified providing information on their expectations and progress towards their identified objectives using feedback and advice to improve their personal performance Tidy up the work area on completion of the engineering activity Complete the work activities, to include all of the following: returning tools and equipment to the designated location returning drawings and work instructions disposing of waste materials, in line with organisational and environmental requirements 25

26 2. Know how to work efficiently and effectively in engineering. completing all necessary documentation accurately and legibly identifying, where appropriate, any damaged or unusable tools or equipment Contribute to, and communicate opportunities for, improvement to working practices and procedures Contribute to organisational procedures for identifying opportunities for improvement to one of the following: working practices working methods quality tools and equipment internal communication teamwork training and development safety other specific procedure Describe the safe working practices and procedures to be followed whilst preparing and tidying up their work area Explain how to present themselves in the workplace suitably dressed for the activities to be undertaken (such as being neat, clean and dressed in clothes appropriate to the area of activity; ensuring that, if they have long hair, it is tied back or netted; and removing any jewellery or other items that can become entangled in the machinery) Describe the personal protective equipment to be worn for the engineering activities undertaken (such as correctly fitting overalls, safety shoes, eye protection, ear protection) Describe the correct use of any equipment used to protect the health and safety of themselves and their colleagues Explain how to plan and prepare to carry out the engineering activity (such as obtaining the appropriate drawings/documentation to be used, determining the materials required, determining the tools and equipment required, determining a suitable sequence of operations, determining the quality checks to be made and equipment to be used) Describe the procedure for ensuring that all documentation relating to the work being carried out is available, prior to starting the activity Describe the procedure for ensuring that all tools and equipment are available prior to undertaking the activity. 26

27 2.8. Describe the checks to be carried out to ensure that tools and equipment are in full working order, prior to undertaking the activity Describe the checks to be carried out to ensure that all materials required are correct and complete, prior to undertaking the activity Describe the action that should be taken if documentation, tools and equipment or materials are incomplete or do not meet the requirements of the activity Describe their role in helping to develop their own skills and knowledge (such as checking with their supervisor about the work they are expected to carry out and the standard they need to achieve; the safety points to be aware of and the skills and knowledge they will need to develop) Describe the benefits of continuous personal development, and the training opportunities that are available in the workplace Describe the importance of reviewing their training and development with trainers and supervisors, of comparing the skills, knowledge and understanding that they have at any given point with the competences they need to develop, and of setting objectives to overcome any shortfall or address any development needs Describe their responsibilities for providing evidence of their performance and progress (such as submitting work for assessment or the completion of assignments or tests) Describe the importance of maintaining effective working relationships within the workplace (such as listening attentively to instructions told to them by their supervisor, making sure they ask for help and advice in a polite and courteous manner, responding positively to requests for help from others) Describe the reason for informing others of their activities which may have impact on their work (such as the need to temporarily disconnect a shared resource like electricity or compressed air supply; making undue noise or creating sparks, fumes or arc flashes from welding) Explain how to deal with disagreements with others in ways which will help to resolve difficulties and maintain long term relationships Describe the organisational procedures to deal with and report any problems that can affect working relationships Describe the difficulties that can occur in working relationships, and how to resolve them. 27

28 2.20. Describe the sorts of attitudes and requests that are likely to create conflict or negative responses Describe the regulations that affect how they should be treated at work (such as Equal Opportunities and Equal Pay, Race Relations and Sex Discrimination, Working Time Directive, Disabled Persons Acts) Describe the importance of making a contribution to improving working practices and procedures, and the procedure and format for making suggestions for improvements Describe the benefits to them and to the organisation if improvements can be identified and implemented Describe the need to dispose of waste materials and consumables (such as oils and chemicals) in a safe and environmentally friendly way Explain where tools and equipment should be stored and located, and the importance of returning all tools and documentation to their designated area on completion of their work activities Explain when to act on their own initiative and when to seek help and advice from others Describe the importance of leaving the work area in a safe condition on completion of their activities (such as equipment correctly isolated, cleaning the work area and removing and disposing of waste). 28

29 Component Title Ofqual unit reference number Using and Communicating Technical Information L/508/5184 Unit Level Level 2 GLH 29 Unit Credit Value 4 Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the Common Requirements for National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in the QCF which can be downloaded from Semta s website. Additional assessment requirements have been published by Semta and are set down in Semta s Performing Level 2 unit assessment strategy which can be downloaded from: - Operations-NVQ-Level-1-and-2.pdf LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner will: 1. Use and communicate technical information. The learner can: 1.1. Use the approved source to obtain the required data, documentation or specifications To include all of the following: check the currency and validity of the data and documentation used exercise care and control over the documents at all times correctly extract all necessary data in order to carry out the required tasks seek out additional information where there are gaps or deficiencies in the information obtained deal with or report any problems found with the data make valid decisions based on the evaluation of the engineering information return all documentation to the approved location on completion of the work complete all necessary production documentation Extract and interpret information from engineering drawings and other related documentation Use information extracted from engineering documentation, to include one or more of the following: detailed component drawings general assembly drawings repair drawings 29

30 fluid power drawings wiring/circuit diagrams installation drawings approved sketches illustrations visual display screens modification drawings sub-assembly drawings schematic diagrams fabrication drawings pattern drawings welding drawings casting drawings operational diagrams physical layouts manufacturers manuals/drawings photographic representations contractual specifications Use information extracted from related documentation, to include two from the following: job instructions drawing instructions test schedules manufacturers instructions welding procedure specifications material specifications finishing specifications reference tables/charts national, international and organisational standards planning documentation quality control documents operation sheets process specifications Extract information that includes three of the following: materials or components required dimensions tolerances build quality installation requirements connections to be made surface texture requirements location/orientation of parts process or treatments required assembly sequence inspection requirements part numbers for replacement parts surface finish required weld type and size operations required shape or profiles 30

31 2. Know how to use and communicate technical information. test points to be used circuit characteristics (such as pressure, flow, current, voltage, speed) Report any inaccuracies or discrepancies in the drawings and specifications Use the information obtained to establish work requirements Record and communicate the technical information by appropriate means to include three of the following methods: producing fully detailed sketches of work/circuits completed or required preparing work planning documentation recording data from testing activities producing technical reports on activities they have completed completing material and tool requisition documentation producing a list of replacement parts required for a maintenance activity completing training records or portfolio references Deal promptly and effectively with problems within their control, and seek help and guidance from the relevant people if they have problems that they cannot resolve Describe the information sources used for the data and documentation that they use in their work activities (such as verbal, written, electronic) Explain why technical information is presented in different forms (such as drawings, data sheets, and national and international standards) Explain how and where to obtain the various documents that they will be using (such as safety handouts, drawings, planning documentation, work instructions, maintenance records, technical manuals and reference tables/charts), and how to check that they are current and valid Describe the types of engineering drawings used, and how they interrelate (such as isometric and orthographic drawings; assembly, sub-assembly and general arrangement drawings; circuit and wiring diagrams, block and schematic diagrams; fluid power and instrumentation and control diagrams) Describe the meaning of the different symbols and abbreviations found on the documents that they use (such as surface finish to be achieved, linear and geometric tolerances, electronic components, weld symbols and profiles, pressure and flow characteristics, torque values, imperial and metric 31

32 systems of measurement, tolerancing and fixed reference points) Explain how to use other sources of information to support the data (such as electronic component pin configuration specifications, standard reference charts for limits and fits, tapping drill reference charts, bend allowances required for material thickness, electrical conditions required for specific welding rods, mixing ratios for bonding and finishing materials, metal finishing specifications and inspection requirements) Describe the procedures for reporting discrepancies in the data or documents, and for reporting lost or damaged drawings and documents Describe the care and control procedures for the documents, how damage or graffiti on drawings can lead to scrapped work and the importance of returning them to the designated location on completion of the work activities Describe the typical ways of communicating technical information (such as sketches, test and inspection reports, work planning documents), and the amount of detail that should be included Describe the need to ensure that sketches are of a suitable size, use appropriate drawing conventions, are in proportion and are legible to others Explain why it is important to use a fixed common reference point for dimensioning of drawings and sketches Explain when to act on their own initiative to find, clarify and evaluate information, and when to seek help and advice from others Explain why they should always seek clarification if they are in any doubt as to the validity or suitability of the information they have gathered Explain to whom they should report in the event of problems that they cannot resolve. 32

33 4.2 Engineering Practices Pathway Mandatory Group A1 Component Title Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using a CAD System Ofqual unit reference number H/508/4641 Unit Level Level 2 GLH 61 Unit Credit Value 11 Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and must be assessed in accordance with the Common Requirements for National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in the QCF which can be downloaded from Semta s website or requested via customerservices@semta.org.uk Additional assessment requirements have been published by Semta. These additional assessment requirements are set down in Semta s PEO NVQ QCF unit assessment strategy which can be downloaded from Semta s website or requested via customerservices@semta.org.uk Unit specific additional assessment requirements: In order to prove their ability to combine different drawing features, at least one of the drawings produced must be of a significant nature, and must have a minimum of seven of the features listed in assessment criteria LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT CRITERIA The learner will: 1. Produce mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system. The learner can: 1.1. Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations and other relevant guidelines Prepare the CAD system for operation by carrying out all of the following: check that all the equipment is correctly connected and in a safe and usable working condition (such as cables undamaged, correctly connected, safely routed, PAT tested) power up the equipment and activate the appropriate drawing software set up the drawing system to be able to produce the drawing to the appropriate scale set up and check that all peripheral devices are connected and correctly operating (such 33