City & Guilds
Level 3
QN: 600/0882/9
Curriculum Active
City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by City & Guilds. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 3200 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Syllabus Units
40 Units
Guided Hours
3200 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Advanced mathematics and science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to perform calculations involving indices, logarithms and algebra
- be able to perform calculations using trigonometry
- be able to perform calculations using calculus
- be able to perform calculations involving statistics
- be able to determine stress, strain and elasticity of materials
- be able to solve problems involving kinematics
- be able to solve problems involving dynamics
- be able to solve problems involving bending beams
- be able to solve problems involving fluids
- be able to demonstrate the effects of electromagnetism and alternating current
2
CNC machining of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to produce CNC part-programs
- be able to set-up CNC machine tools
- be able to produce parts using CNC machine tools
- be able to reinstate the work area.
3
Computer automated and robotic systems principles and control
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the architecture and uses of computer automated and robotic systems
- understand the operation of various types of control systems
- be able to apply open and closed loop control systems
- be able to use transducers in control and robotic systems
- be able to use robotic drive systems
- be able to apply effective robot tooling design
- be able to apply basic robotic control and programming tasks
- be able to perform plc applications in integrated control environments
- be able to use analysis techniques for various modes of control for automation systems
- be able to integrate computer based operator interfaces
4
Detailed fitting of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to determine tooling and equipment requirements
- be able to prepare to perform detailed fitting operations
- be able to perform detailed fitting operations
- be able to reinstate the work area
5
Electronic power control principles and practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand power electronics principles and circuits
- be able to process control and transducers
- be able to apply motor drive systems
- be able to program industrial automation systems
6
Engineering health and safety
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand compliance with statutory health and safety regulations and organisational requirements
- understand compliance with statutory environmental regulations and organisational requirements
- know how to implement accident and emergency procedures
- understand safe working practices and procedures
7
Engineering principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to interpret engineering information
- know how to differentiate between common engineering materials
- know how to perform engineering calculations
- understand quality control in engineering.
8
Fabrication and erection of structural steelwork
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to steel
- work fabrication and erection
- understand how to prepare structural materials for steel
- work fabrication
- be able to perform marking out and cutting operations on structural materials
- be able to produce fabricated steel
- work structures
9
Flux-cored arc welding of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to flux-cored arc welding
- be able to prepare equipment for performing flux-cored arc welding
- be able to perform flux-cored arc welding operations to meet welding procedure specification requirements
- be able to evaluate welded joints for welding procedure specification conformance
10
Machining materials by grinding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how to perform manufacturing operations safely on grinding machines
- be able to perform manufacturing operations to produce precision finishes using surface grinding
- be able to perform manufacturing operations to produce precision finishes using cylindrical grinding
- be able to perform tool and cutter grinding operations
11
Machining materials by milling
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to prepare for milling operation
- be able to machine components using a universal dividing head
- be able to machine components by reaming and boring
- be able to reinstate the work area
12
Machining materials by turning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to carry out alignment tests and machine to required dimensions
- be able to produce self-holding and quick release tapers
- be able to produce single and two start threads
- be able to differentiate between cutting methods
13
Maintenance of electrical equipment and systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the components and features of electrical systems
- be able to plan and prepare for the maintenance operation
- be able to carry out monitoring and inspection of maintenance work
- be able to re-commission the system and restore the work area.
14
Maintenance of hydraulic systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the function of hydraulic systems
- be able to prepare for maintenance of hydraulic systems
- be able to perform inspections and maintenance tasks
- be able to reinstate hydraulic systems
15
Maintenance of machine systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the function of machine systems
- be able to prepare for maintenance of machine systems
- be able to perform inspections and maintenance tasks
- be able to reinstate machine systems
16
Maintenance of plant services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the function of plant services
- be able to prepare for maintenance of plant services
- be able to perform inspections and maintenance tasks
- be able to reinstate plant services
17
Maintenance of pneumatic systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the function of pneumatic systems
- be able to prepare for maintenance of pneumatic systems
- be able to perform inspections and maintenance tasks
- be able to reinstate pneumatic systems
18
Maintenance of utility systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the function of utility systems
- be able to prepare for maintenance of utility systems
- be able to perform inspections and maintenance tasks
- be able to reinstate utility systems
19
Manual metal arc welding of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to manual metal arc welding
- be able to prepare equipment for performing manual metal arc welding
- be able to perform manual metal arc welding operations to meet welding procedure specification requirements
- be able to evaluate welded joints for welding procedure specification conformance
20
Mechatronics systems principles and fault finding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the principles of the ‘Total Engineering Approach’ to production systems
- be able to apply the principles of typical sensors
- be able to apply the principles of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical actuation systems
- be able to apply the principles of embedded control
- be able to carry out fault finding on pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and electrical actuation systems
21
MIG welding of aluminium
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to MIG welding
- be able to prepare equipment for performing MIG welding of aluminium and aluminium alloys
- be able to perform MIG welding operations to meet welding procedure specification requirements
- be able to evaluate welded joints for welding procedure specification conformance
22
MIG welding of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to MIG welding
- be able to prepare equipment for performing MIG welding
- be able to perform MIG welding operations to meet welding procedure specification requirements
- be able to evaluate welded joints for welding procedure specification conformance
23
Organising and managing engineering operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to organise engineering activities
- be able to schedule engineering activities
- be able to analyse the costs associated with engineering installation, production and maintenance
- be able to apply research methods to assist the installation, production or maintenance process
24
Pattern development for fabrication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to determine lines of intersection
- be able to develop patterns using parallel line techniques
- be able to develop patterns using radial line techniques
- be able to develop patterns using triangulation
- be able to produce templates of developed patterns
25
Platework fabrication of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to plate
- work fabrication
- be able to prepare equipment for plate
- work cutting
- be able to prepare the equipment for plate
- work forming
- be able to produce fabrications using plate
- work techniques
26
Power generation systems and ancillary equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to identify the components and features of utilities
- be able to plan and prepare for the maintenance or installation operation
- be able to carry out inspections and general maintenance tasks
- be able to commission or re-commission the system
27
Power supply and analogue and digital circuit principles and fault finding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand power supply circuits to component level
- understand analogue circuits to component level
- understand digital electronics and data transmission systems
- be able to find faults on digital circuits and data transmission systems
28
Principles of engineering maintenance, installation and commissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how to plan maintenance, installation and commissioning activities
- know how to install and commission instruments and components
- understand how to evaluate methods to overcome friction and corrosion
- know how to evaluate connection methods
29
Principles of fabrication
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- know how to classify common materials used in fabrication engineering
- know how to determine the bending and rolling allowances for fabricated forms and the principles of shearing
- understand the difference between different non-thermal joining methods
- understand different methods used for finishing fabricated components
30
Principles of fabrication and welding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how to classify common materials used in fabrication engineering
- know how to apply welding symbols to joint preparations
- know different non-thermal joining methods
- understand the affects of distortion and residual stresses due to welding
- know how to determine the integrity of welded joints.
31
Principles of mechanical manufacturing engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand how to determine the alignment of machine tools
- know how to differentiate between methods of power transmission in machine tools
- understand how to evaluate the application of CNC to machine tools
- understand the maintenance requirements of machine tool systems
32
Principles of shipbuilding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand shipbuilding technical drawings and computer aided engineering
- know how to identify ship types, design features and major components
- know how to identify the principal structural components of a ship
- understand the assembly and erection of ship parts
33
Principles of welding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand the fundamentals of welding
- know how to apply welding symbols to joint preparations
- understand the affects of distortion and residual stresses due to welding
- understand the metallurgical effects of welding
- know how to determine the integrity of welded joints.
34
Principles of composite materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles and components of composite materials
- Understand composites matrix chemistry
- Understand the materials and techniques used with pre-impregnated (pre-preg) and pre-formed (pre-forms) materials
- Understand the materials and techniques used in dry fibre moulding
- Understand preparation and use of adhesive and bonding materials for composite structures including potential defects
35
Principles of composites manufacture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the manufacturing processes used for composite components and structures
- Understand types and sources of manufacture defects of composite components and structures
- Know different methods of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) available
- Understand process and quality systems required for composite component and structure manufacture
- Be able to plan, make and test manually fabricated components to given specifications
36
Principles of electrical and electronic engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- understand electrical supply systems, protection and earthing
- understand the function of electrical and electronic components
- know how to carry out electronic measurement
- understand functions of electrical machines
37
Produce drawings using CAD
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to set-up to produce CAD drawings
- be able to produce 2D CAD drawings
- be able to produce 3D CAD drawings
- be able to produce hard copies of CAD drawings
38
Sheet metalwork fabrication of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to sheet metal
- work fabrication
- be able to prepare and use equipment and tools for sheetmetal cutting
- be able to prepare the equipment and tools for sheetmetal forming
- be able to produce fabrications using sheet metal
- work techniques
39
TIG welding of aluminium
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to TIG welding
- be able to prepare equipment for performing TIG welding of aluminium and aluminium alloys
- be able to perform TIG welding operations to meet welding procedure specification requirements
- be able to evaluate welded joints for welding procedure specification conformance
40
TIG welding of materials
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- be able to apply safe working practices to TIG welding
- be able to prepare equipment for performing TIG welding
- be able to perform TIG welding operations to meet welding procedure specification requirements
- be able to evaluate welded joints for welding procedure specification conformance
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/0882/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- City & Guilds
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Apr 2011