EAL
Level 3
QN: 600/9795/4
Curriculum Active
EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Materials Processing and Finishing
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by EAL. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 7290 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
EAL
Syllabus Units
59 Units
Guided Hours
7290 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Analysing and Interpreting the Results of Radiographic Tests on Castings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse and Interpret the Results of Radiographic Tests on Castings
- Know how to Analyse and Interpret the Results of Radiographic Tests on Castings
2
Applying Industrial Coatings by Electrophoretic or Autophoretic Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply Industrial Coatings by Electrophoretic or Autophoretic Methods
- Know how to Apply Industrial Coatings by Electrophoretic or Autophoretic Methods
3
Assembling Cores to Form Complete Moulds
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assemble Cores to Form
- Complete Moulds
- Know how to Assemble Cores to Form
4
Assembling Cores using Jigs and Fixtures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Assemble Cores using Jigs and Fixtures
- Know how to Assemble Cores using Jigs and Fixtures
5
Carrying Out Final Inspection of Castings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry Out Final Inspection of Castings
- Know how to Carry Out Final Inspection of Castings
6
Carrying Out Proof Inspection of Sample Castings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry Out Proof Inspection of Sample Castings
- Know how to Carry Out Proof Inspection of Sample Castings
7
Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities on Castings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry Out Radiographic Testing Activities on Castings
- Know how to Carry Out Radiographic Testing Activities on Castings
8
Carrying Out Thermal Spraying Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry Out Thermal Spraying Activities
- Know how to Carry Out Thermal Spraying Activities
9
Closing and Securing Sand Moulds for Casting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Close and Secure Sand Moulds for Casting
- Know how to Close and Secure Sand Moulds for Casting
10
Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Comply with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
- Know how to comply with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
11
Controlling and Treating Molten Metal in Readiness for Casting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Control and treat molten metal in readiness for casting
- Know how to control and treat molten metal in readiness for casting
12
Developing Casting Inspection Programs for Co-ordinate Measuring Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Develop casting inspection programs for co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM)
- Know how to developing casting inspection programs for co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM)
13
Finishing Components by Applying Transfers, Decals and Livery
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Components by Applying Transfers, Decals and Livery
- Know how to Finish Components by Applying Transfers, Decals and Livery
14
Finishing Materials by Alloy Plating Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Alloy Plating Processes
- Know how to Finish Materials by Alloy Plating Processes
15
Finishing Materials by Applying Coatings by Electroless Nickel Plating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Applying Coatings by Electroless Nickel Plating
- Know how to Finish Materials by Applying Coatings by Electroless Nickel Plating
16
Finishing Materials by Applying Hot Dip Treatments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Applying Hot Dip Treatments
- Know how to Finish Materials by Applying Hot Dip Treatments
17
Finishing Materials by Applying Liquid Coatings by Dipping
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Applying Liquid Coatings by Dipping
- Know how to Finish Materials by Applying Liquid Coatings by Dipping
18
Finishing Materials by Applying Liquid Coatings by Spray Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Applying Liquid Coatings by Spray Methods
- Know how to Finish Materials by Applying Liquid Coatings by Spray Methods
19
Finishing Materials by Applying Powder Coatings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Applying Powder Coatings
- Know how to Finish Materials by Applying Powder Coatings
20
Finishing Materials by Chemical and Electro-Chemical Polishing Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Chemical and Electro-Chemical Polishing Processes
- Know how to Finish Materials by Chemical and Electro-Chemical Polishing Processes
21
Finishing Materials by Chemical Conversion Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Chemical Conversion Processes
- Know how to Finish Materials by Chemical Conversion Processes
22
Finishing Materials by Chromic Acid Anodising
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Chromic Acid Anodising
- Know how to Finish Materials by Chromic Acid Anodising
23
Finishing Materials by Electroplating Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Electroplating Methods
- Know how to Finish Materials by Electroplating Methods
24
Finishing Materials by Hard Anodising
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Hard Anodising
- Know how to Finish Materials by Hard Anodising
25
Finishing Materials by Hard Chromium Plating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Hard Chromium Plating
- Know how to Finish Materials by Hard Chromium Plating
26
Finishing Materials by Mechanical Plating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Mechanical Plating
- Know how to Finish Materials by Mechanical Plating
27
Finishing Materials by Mechanical Polishing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Mechanical Polishing
- Know how to Finish Materials by Mechanical Polishing
28
Finishing Materials by Nickel and Chromium Plating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Nickel and Chromium Plating
- Know how to Finish Materials by Nickel and Chromium Plating
29
Finishing Materials by Phosphating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Phosphating
- Know how to Finish Materials by Phosphating
30
Finishing Materials by Physical and Chemical Vapour Deposition Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Physical and Chemical Vapour Deposition Processes
- Know how to Finish Materials by Physical and Chemical Vapour Deposition Processes
31
Finishing Materials by Sulphuric Acid Anodising
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Sulphuric Acid Anodising
- Know how to Finish Materials by Sulphuric Acid Anodising
32
Finishing Materials by Zinc Plating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials by Zinc Plating
- Know how to Finish Materials by Zinc Plating
33
Finishing Materials with Zinc-Rich Coatings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Finish Materials with Zinc-Rich Coatings
- Know how to Finish Materials with Zinc-Rich Coatings
34
Forming Runner, Riser and Feeder Systems in Sand Moulds
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Form Runner, Riser and Feeder Systems in Sand Moulds
- Know how to Form Runner, Riser and Feeder Systems in Sand Moulds
35
Handing Over Plastic Injection Moulding Machines to Production Operators
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Hand Over Plastic Injection Moulding Machines to Production Operators
- Know how to Hand Over Plastic Injection Moulding Machines to Production Operators
36
Heat Treating Materials for Manufacturing Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Heat Treat Materials for Manufacturing Activities
- Know how to Heat Treat Materials for Manufacturing Activities
37
Inspecting and Repairing Furnace Linings, Ladle Linings and Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Inspect and Repair Furnace Linings, Ladle Linings and Equipment
- Know how to inspect and repair furnace linings, ladle linings and equipment
38
Inspecting Castings by Magnetic Particle Testing Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Inspect Castings by Magnetic Particle Testing Methods
- Know how to Inspect Castings by Magnetic Particle Testing Methods
39
Inspecting Castings using Co-ordinate Measuring Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Inspect Castings using Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
- Know how to Inspect Castings using Co-ordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
40
Inspecting Castings using Penetrant Flaw Detection Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Inspect Castings using Penetrant Flaw Detection Techniques
- Know how to Inspect Castings using Penetrant Flaw Detection Techniques
41
Inspecting Castings using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Inspect Castings using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
- Know how to Inspect Castings using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
42
Leading Effective Casting Teams
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Lead effective casting teams
- Know how to lead effective casting teams
43
Locating, Assembling and Setting Cores in Sand Moulds
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Locate, Assemble and Set Cores in Sand Moulds
- Know how to Locate, Assemble and Set Cores in Sand Moulds
44
Maintaining Pressure Die Casting Machine Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Maintain Pressure Die Casting Machine Performance
- Know how to Maintain Pressure Die Casting Machine Performance
45
Preparing Materials Before and After Heat Treatment Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare Materials Before and After Heat Treatment Activities
- Know how to Prepare Materials Before and After Heat Treatment Activities
46
Preparing Thermal Spraying Equipment for Operation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare Thermal Spraying Equipment for Operation
- Know how to Prepare Thermal Spraying Equipment for Operation
47
Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities
- Know how to Prepare Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities
48
Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing of Castings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Work Areas for Radiographic Testing of Castings
- Know how to Prepare
49
Produce Radiographic Testing Techniques for Castings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce radiographic testing techniques for castings
- Know how produce radiographic testing techniques for castings
50
Producing Castings using Pressure Die Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Castings using Pressure Die Processes
- Know how to Produce Castings using Pressure Die Processes
51
Producing Components using Plastic Injection Moulding Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Components using Plastic Injection Moulding Machines
- Know how to Produce Components using Plastic Injection Moulding Machines
52
Producing Sample/Trial Castings using a Pressure Die Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Sample/Trial Castings using a Pressure Die Process
- Know how to Produce Sample/Trial Castings using a Pressure Die Process
53
Producing Sand Cores Manually
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Sand Cores Manually
- Know how to Produce Sand Cores Manually
54
Producing Sand Moulds Manually using Loose Patterns
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Sand Moulds Manually using Loose Patterns
- Know how to Produce Sand Moulds Manually using Loose Patterns
55
Producing Sand Moulds using Plated Patterns
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Sand Moulds using Plated Patterns
- Know how to Produce Sand Moulds using Plated Patterns
56
Setting Plastic Injection Moulding Machines for Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Set Plastic Injection Moulding Machines for Production
- Know how to Set Plastic Injection Moulding Machines for Production
57
Setting Pressure Die Casting Machines for Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Set Pressure Die Casting Machines for Production
- Know how to Set Pressure Die Casting Machines for Production
58
Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Use and interpret engineering data and documentation
- Know how to use and interpret engineering data and documentation
59
Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Work efficiently and effectively in engineering
- Know how to work efficiently and effectively in engineering
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/9795/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- EAL
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2013