This qualification will demonstrate competence of industrial performance, knowledge and understanding and recognise the ability of individuals working in the sector

Suited to

Individuals working within the manufacturing sector

Content & structure

Individuals are required to complete six units:
(Individuals must take unit 201 and choose one from either 202 or 221)

• 201 Complying with statutory regulations
• 202 Promoting effective working relationships
• 221 Contribute to effective team working

Optional unit – Set A

Individuals must choose three units (Individuals cannot choose both 205 and 206)

• 203 Transferring materials
• 204 Preparing for manufacturing operations
• 205 Concluding manufacturing operations
• 206 Ensuring effective handover of manufacturing operations
• 207 Receiving and checking incoming materials
• 218 Controlling manufacturing operations
• 219 Contributing to improving effectiveness in the workplace
• 220 Analysing the results of inspection and confirming quality of production
• 223 Recording and reporting inspection and test results

Optional unit – Set B

Individuals must choose one unit (If an individual has already chosen unit 203 or 220 in Option Set A, these units cannot be selected again)

• 203 Transferring materials
• 208 Producing shaped products
• 209 Producing products by assembly operations
• 210 Producing joined products
• 211 Producing products by processing
• 212 Producing formed products
• 213 Finishing products
• 214 Producing moulded products
• 215 Producing packaged products
• 216 Making products using computer controlled equipment
• 217 Manufacturing products using combined manufacturing operations
• 220 Analysing the results of inspection and confirming quality of production
• 222 Carrying out inspection and testing activities

Duration

There is no set timescale for achieving the qualification as some people progress quicker than others however a guideline of nine months is given.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements however individuals must be working in a relevant field