Apprenticeship in Electrical and
Electronic Engineering
What does the apprenticeship involve?
The engineering sector is very broad ranging and is at the heart of all
industry in this country. Engineers design and build the things that make our
world go round.
This apprenticeship focuses on providing you with the basic skills
and mechanical and electrical knowledge you need to start a career
in engineering. You will learn how to provide day to day support for
manufacturing or other engineering processes and could become involved
with systems such as quality control or testing.
Working in this field requires a good head for figures and IT literacy. You’ll
need good written and verbal communication skills; and you’ll have to be a
team player.
Apprentices could work in job roles such as:
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Industrial Electrician
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electronics Technician
Electronics Assembly Technician
Electronics Manufacture Technician
Our apprentices have worked for:
How can I find out more?
For more information, or to make an appointment with the
Apprenticeship team, please call our Apprenticeship hotline on 01235 216216
www.facebook.com/AWCollege
@AWCEmployers
Course overview
Case Study
Length of programme
2 – 3 years
Levels available
Advanced (Level 3)
Option 1 (2 years)
Work-based assessment with day release of 1 day
per week during term-time.
Option 2 (2 years)
Work-based assessment with day release of 2 days
per week during term-time.
2nd day provides practical skills/training and three
PEO Level 2 units
Option 3 (3 years)
Year 1
26 weeks block release during term time.
4 days practical achieving five Level 2 PEO units
1 day technical training
Year 2
Work-based assessment with day release of 1 day
per week during term-time
Year 3
Work-based assessment, with option of progressing
to HNC
Delivery model
Jack Pointer,
Engineering Apprentice,
Oxford Engineering
“I’m really enjoying the
course at College as it
really helps my work here.
I love how practical the
work here is and I’m looking
forward to starting my
career in Engineering.”
Employer Profile
Start dates
March - October
Entry requirements
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade A* - C or equivalent
Qualifications included
Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Electrical and
Electronic Engineering, BTEC Level 3 Diploma in
Engineering. Functional skills in Maths, English and
ICT, Employee Rights and Responsibilities, Personal
Learning and Thinking Skills,
PEO units at Level 2
Course content
ICEoxford
“I’m really happy with
Reece and the progress
he has made. It’s really
heartening to see him start
to use his initiative and do
things on his own. I think
apprenticeships are great
for both the employer
and the apprentice, and
really give youngsters a
great start in their chosen
career.”
Chris Busby,
Managing Director
You will study one of 6 NVQ routes depending on
your job role:
• Designing Electronic Circuits
• Controlling Printed Circuit and Allied Circuit
Assembly
• Leading Electronic Component Manufacture
• Leading Electronics Assembly
• Testing Electronic Circuits
• Testing Electrical Equipment
All routes include mandatory units in:
• Health and Safety
• Using and interpreting engineering data and
documentation
• Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
• Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
Plus optional units to suit your job role
Please also see our other course leaflets outlining different engineering
apprenticeships at Level 2 and an Advanced Apprenticeship offer at Level 3