EAL
Level 3
QN: 601/5799/9
Curriculum Active
EAL Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering Technologies
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by EAL. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 6450 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
EAL
Syllabus Units
86 Units
Guided Hours
6450 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Advanced Manufacture Techniques – Computer Numerical Control –CNC-
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Basic Concept of CNC
- Understand Basic CNC Machine Tool Design
- Understand Tooling and Work Holding for CNC
- Understand CNC Part Programming and Operation
- Understand CNC Operational Control and Machine Setting
2
Advanced Manufacturing Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Fundamentals of Advanced Manufacturing Technology Installations
- Understand the Advantages and Limitations of Incorporating Manufacturing Flexibility
- Understand the Fundamentals of Special Manufacturing Processes
- Understand the Fundamentals of Business Improvement Techniques
3
Advanced Milling
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Milling Operations, Equipment and Procedures
- Understand the Use and Functions of Rotary Tables and Dividing Heads, Name and describe the properties of cutting tool materials
- Understand Quality Requirements of Checking Milled Components
4
Advanced Personal Computer PC Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Health and Safety Principles, Safe Handling and Working with Computers
- Understand Necessary Hardware Components and Software Elements to Install and Configure a Computer System
- Be able to Build
- Install, Configure and Test a Computer System
- Be able to Sketch and Describe the Inner Structure of the Main Chipsets, System Board, Adapter Cards, Interfaces and Connector/ports of a Computer System
- Be able to Install, Upgrade and Test Operating Systems
- Be able to Maintain and Enhance the Performance of a Computer System
- Be able to Connect Computers to a Net
- work System and Configure and Manage the Net
5
Advanced Turning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Centre Lathe and Ancillary Equipment Construction and Nomenclature
- Understand Lathe Tool Selection Criteria and the ISO coding for Replaceable/Indexable Inserts and Holders
- Understand The Factors Affecting The Turning of a Range of Common Engineering Materials
- Understand Basic Calculations Required By Turning Operations
- Understand Techniques Used for Holding and Turning Eccentric/Non-Circular Components
- Understand the Use of Fixed and Travelling Steadies
- Understand Advanced Turning Techniques
6
Aircraft Maintenance and Manufacturing Engineering Procedures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the care, control and use of aircraft workshop tools and equipment
- Understand engineering drawing types, standards of limits and fits used on aircraft component manufacture
- Understand workshop fitting, dismantling and assembly exercises
- Understand the use of adhesives, sealants and bonding techniques in aircraft manufacture and repair
- Understand the different types and uses of aircraft rivets and locking devices
- Understand the removal and replacement of airframe structures and components
7
Analogue Electronics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Atomic Models for Semiconductor Material
- Understand the operation of regulated Power Supplies
- Understand the principle operation of Oscillators and their applications
- Understand amplifiers
- Understand Operational Amplifiers
8
Analogue systems engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand basic components commonly used in analogue electrical/electronic systems
- Understand electrical machines
- Understand the concepts of amplification systems
- Understand the effects and uses of negative feedback in analogue electrical/electronic systems
- Understand the effects and uses of positive feedback in analogue electrical/electronic systems
9
Assembling aircraft structures and components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to install aircraft structures and components
- Understand how to remove and replace airframe structures and components
- Understand how to assemble aircraft structures and components
10
Automated Welding Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Automated Welding processes
- Understand the principles of Welding Metallurgy
- Understand the principles of Welding Health and Safety applied to automated welding
- Be able to use Automated Welding Equipment
- Be able to use Automated Welding Consumables
- Be able to produce welds using Automated Welding Procedures
11
Building Mechanical Maintenance Systems and Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the main skills and knowledge associated with building services engineering
- Understand the main features of plumbing and industrial pipe
- work installations
- Understand compressed air systems in industrial and commercial applications
- Understand the main features of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
12
Computer Aided Design CAD Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Risks to Health and Safety Associated with the Use of Computer Equipment and Associated Peripheral Devices
- Understand How to Manage Stored Data Files Effectively and Configure a CAD System to meet task requirements
- Understand the Requirement of CAD Drawings and Designs to Comply with National and International Standards and Conventions
- Understand How to Use a CAD System for the Production of Complex Two Dimensional (2D) Engineering Drawings and Designs
- Understand How to Modify, Copy, Manipulate and Erase Drawn Entities
- Understand How to Use a CAD System for the Production of Basic Three Dimensional (3D) Models and Realisations
- Understand How to Output CAD Data to Peripheral Devices
13
Computer Numerical Control CNC Programming/machining
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Risks to Health and Safety Associated with the use of CNC Equipment
- Understand the Types and Application of CNC Equipment Typically in use within Manufacturing Industry
- Understand the Importance of the Data Preparation and Relevant Calculations Typically Required for the Manufacture of Components by the Use of CNC Equipment
- Understand how to Produce Coded Part Programs of Structure and Format Appropriate to CNC Equipment in Use
- Understand how to Input Data into CNC Controllers and Prepare CNC and Ancillary Equipment for Manufacture
- Understand how to Prove-out CNC Programs and Produce a First-off Component
- Understand the requirements of First-off Component Inspection
14
Data Communications and Networking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Advantages and Disadvantages of Data Communications and Networking
- Understand Peer-to-peer Networks and Client Server Based Networks and the Types of Electronic Signals that are used
- Understand and Define LAN’s (local area networks) WAN’s (wide area networks) and MAN’s (metropolitan area networks)
- Understand the Main Features of a Variety of Net
- work Hardware and Operating Systems
- Understand the Main Features for the Following Technologies STAR, RING, MESH Ethernet and Token Ring
- Understand the Concepts used by the OSI Seven-layer Model with Reference to the Associated Hardware
- Understand the Current Legislation that Applies to the Workplace PAT Testing DSE and Relevant Health and Safety
- Understand the Hardware Required to use a P.C. on a Net
15
Digital Electronics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand digital quantities, standard logic gates and logic technologies
- Understand combinational logic circuits
- Understand latches, flip flops, tri State devices and Schmitt triggers
- Be able to demonstrate a systems approach to the application of logic circuits and counters
16
Digital systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the components of digital electronic systems
- Understand digital circuits, Understanding the purpose and basic operation of microcontroller-based systems
- Understand digital communications systems and networks
17
Electrical and Electronic Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Effects of the Internal Resistance of a Source on Terminal Voltage and of Temperature on Resistance
- Understand the Effect of Dielectric Materials on Capacitance and Voltage Rating
- Understand the Behaviour of Magnetic Materials and their Effect on Inductance
- Investigate Phasor Representation of Alternating Quantities and their Application to Series and Parallel Circuits
- Understand Single and Three Phase AC Circuits
- Investigate and plot the transient response of C-R and L-R Circuits to Non-sinusoidal waveforms
18
Electrical Maintenance in Buildings
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Electrical Supplies to Buildings
- Understand the Safe Maintenance of Electrical Systems and Equipment
- Understand Lighting Systems, and their Maintenance
- Understand low voltage electrical equipment maintenance
- Understand the Applications of Electrical Instruments
19
Electrical Power for Engineering Applications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to work safely in an electrical engineering environment
- Understand how electrical energy is generated, transmitted and distributed
- Understand the principles of electrical circuits
- Understand the utilisation of supplies for engineering applications
- Understand the operation installation and maintenance of electric motors and machines
- Be able to carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment
20
Electrical Testing and Commissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Requirements for the Inspection, Testing and Commissioning of an Electrical Installation
- Understand the Procedures and Requirements for the Safe Inspection of an Electrical Installation
- Understand the Procedures and Requirements for the Safe Testing and Commissioning of an Electrical Installation
- Understand the Procedures and Requirements for the Safe and Effective In Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment
- Be able to carry out Inspection and Testing of an Electrical Installation
- Be able to carry out In Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment
21
Engineering and Environmental Health and Safety
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand health and safety roles and responsibilities
- Understand the application of health & safety in the engineering environment
- Understand the safe moving and storing of materials
- Understand environmental management
22
Engineering Communications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to interpret and use engineering diagrams to communicate technical information
- Be able to use verbal and written communication skills in engineering settings
- Be able to obtain and use engineering information
- Be able to use information and communication technology (ICT) to present information in engineering settings
23
Engineering Design Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Design Process
- Understand the Factors that Influence the Choice of Material in a Design
- Understand how Manufacturing Processes and Economic Factors Influence Design, .
- Understand the Ergonomic Principles Involved in Design
- Understand Simple Mechanisms
- Understand the Safety Aspects of Design
24
Engineering Inspection and Quality Control
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how Inspection and Quality Control are key parts of an organisations Quality Management System
- Understand the Meanings of Variation, Repeatability, Reproducibility, Accuracy, Tolerance, Limit and Capability
- Understand the Difference Between Comparison, Gauging and Measurement
- Understand which Type of Gauge to Use (Gap, Plug, Plate, Feeler, etc.), and How they must be used
- Understand Basic Measuring Instruments
- Understand Advanced Measuring Techniques and Instruments
- Understand the Term ‘Geometric Tolerance’ and Common Geometric Tolerance Symbols
- Understand a Normal Distribution Curve
25
Engineering Instrumentation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Need for Instrumentation, the Use of System Block-diagram Representation and Typical Instrumentation Terminology
- Understand the Principles of Operation of a Range of Typical Process Pressure Measuring Instrumentation, their Operational Limitations and Typical Applications. Test and Calibrate a Typical Pressure Measuring Device
- Understand the Principles of Operation of a Range of Typical Process Level Measuring Instrumentation, their Operational Limitations and Typical Applications. Test and calibrate a Typical Level Measuring Device
- Understand the Principles of Operation of a Range of Typical Process Flow Measuring Instrumentation, their Operational Limitations and Typical Applications. Test and/or Calibrate a Typical Flow Measuring Device
- Understand the Principles of Operation of a Range of Typical Process Temperature Measuring Instrumentation, their Operational Limitations and Typical Applications. Test and/or Calibrate a Typical Temperature Measuring Device
- Understand the Principles of Operation of a Range of Typical Indicating and Recording Instrumentation
26
Engineering Mathematics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to solve engineering related problems mathematically
- Be able to apply formulas and trigonometric methods
- Be able to use standard formulae to find areas and volumes
- Be able to use basic calculus
- Be able to use statistical data
27
Engineering Organisational Efficiency and Improvement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand production activities
- Understand the application of quality control and quality assurance
- Understand organisational improvement techniques and competitiveness
- Understand personnel rights and responsibilities within an organisation
28
Fabrication and Welding Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Materials Technology Relating to Fabrication & Welding
- Understand the Principles of Metallic Corrosion and Methods of Surface Protection
- Understand Materials Testing Procedures Relevant to Fabrication & Welding
- Understand Common Types of Heat Treatment Process
- Understand the Application of Maths to Fabrication and Welding
- Understand the Application of Engineering Science to Fabrication and Welding
29
Fixed Wing Theory of Flight
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic principles of aerodynamics
- Understand the factors affecting lift and drag at various angles of attack and velocities as well as airflow patterns around aerofoils
- Understand the in-flight forces on aircraft in level flight and when manoeuvring
- Understand Flight controls and Lift Augmentation Devices
- Understand how aircraft stability is achieved
30
Further Electrical and Electronic Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to analyse Electrical Networks
- Be able to understand further electrostatic principles
- Be able to understand further electromagnetic and magnetic circuit principles
- Be able to understand advanced alternating current theory
31
Further Engineering Mathematics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to solve engineering related mathematical problems
- Be able to solve engineering related problems involving trigonometry
- Be able to use complex numbers to solve engineering problems.
- Be able to apply calculus to solve basic engineering related problems.
32
Further Engineering Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Effects of Static and Dynamic Forces on Mechanical Bodies and Systems
- Understand the Principles of Electricity and Magnetism, Electric and Magnetic Components and the Operation of Direct Current Circuits and Machines
- Understand the Relationships Between Energy
- Work and Power in Mechanical and Thermal Systems
- Understand Closed-loop Engineering Systems and their Behaviour
- Understand Engineering Frameworks and Structures and their Behaviour Under the Influence of External Forces and Loads
- Understand the Effects of External Forces on Mechanical Engineering Components
- Understand the Principles and Effects of Rotational Movement of Mechanical Bodies and Systems
- Understand the Means of Mechanical Power Transmission
33
Gear Cutting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Types of Gear in Common
- Understand Spur and Worm Gear Nomenclature
- Understand Gear Materials and Gear Uses
- Understand Methods of Forming Gear Blanks
- Understand the Basics of Machining Gears Using Milling Cutters
- Understand the Basics of Gear Machining Using Reciprocating Tools
- Understand the Basics of Gear Grinding and Honing
34
General Engineering Maintenance Techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Basic Turning Skills
- Understand Basic Hand Tools and Fitting Skills
- Understand AC Mains Measurements and Safe Practice
- Understand Pipe Fitting Techniques
- Understand Thermal Joining and Cutting
35
Installation of Electrical Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Safe Systems of Working
- Understand the Procedures Used to Select Wiring Systems, Wiring Enclosures and Equipment
- Understand the Methods of Installing, Fixing and Connecting Wiring Systems, Wiring Enclosures and Equipment
- Understand Electrical Inspection, Testing and Commissioning on Installed Equipment, Distribution Systems and Machines
- Be able to carry out Installation and Commissioning of Electrical Equipment
36
Maintenance Engineering Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Materials used in Maintenance Engineering
- Understand the Selection and Use of Tools and Equipment Used in Maintenance Engineering
- Understand the Fundamental Numeracy used in Maintenance Engineering
- Understand the Fundamental Science used in Maintenance Engineering
- Understand the Sources and use of Formal Information Systems used in Maintenance Engineering
- Understand the Organisation and Techniques used in Maintenance Engineering
37
Maintenance of aircraft structures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of maintenance on aircraft structures
- Understand of removing and replacing typical airframe components
- Understand the principles of selecting tooling in a workshop environment
- Understand the principles of selecting engineering drawings appropriate to workshop requirements
- Understand how to measure aircraft components to the appropriate degree of accuracy using a range of measuring devices
38
Maintenance of Fluid Power Systems and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic principles of hydraulic systems
- Understand the basic principles of high pressure air production and pneumatic systems
- Understand the operation of Hydraulic and Pneumatic components and their symbols
- Understand the principles of fluid flow and the operation of pressure components
- Understand the operation of fluid logic components and the principles of design
- Understand the operation of hydraulic sequencing, and pneumatic timing and sequencing circuits
- Understand the operation of electro-hydraulic/pneumatic Components and the principles of electro-hydraulic/pneumatic circuit design
- Understand the operation of PLC controlled hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Understand the operation of proportional hydraulic valves and systems
- Be able to design, safely construct, and fault find on hydraulic and pneumatic circuits
39
Maintenance of Hydraulic Systems and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic principles of Hydraulic Systems
- Understand the operation of Hydraulic Components and their Symbols
- Understand the principles of Fluid Flow and the operation of Pressure Components
- Understand the operation of Hydraulic Sequencing Circuits
- Understand the operation of Electro-hydraulic Components and the principles of Electro-hydraulic Circuit Design
- Understand the operation of PLC Controlled Hydraulic Systems
- Understand the operation of Proportional Hydraulic Valves and Systems
- Be able to design, Safely Construct, and Fault Find on hydraulic Circuits
- Understand the principles of hydraulic fluid selection and contamination management
40
Maintenance of Mechanical Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Maintenance Function
- Understand Lubricants and Lubrication Systems
- Understand Bearing Operations, Types, Materials and Causes of Failure
- Understand Power Transmissions, Principles of Operation and Failure Patterns
- Understand Seals and Sealing Principles
- Understand and use Dismantling and Re-assembly Techniques
41
Maintenance of Pneumatic Systems and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Gas Laws and the Basic Principle of High Pressure Air Production Systems and Pneumatic Systems
- Understand the operation of Pneumatic Components and identify their symbols
- Understand the operation of Fluid Logic Components and the principles of Design
- Understand the operation of Pneumatic Timing and Sequencing Circuits
- Understand the operation of Cascade Circuits in Pneumatic Circuitry
- Understand the operation of Electro-pneumatic Components and Electro-pneumatic Circuit Design
- Understand the operation of PLC Controlled Pneumatic Systems
- Be able to design, Safely Construct, and Fault Find on Pneumatic Circuits
42
Maintenance of Refrigeration Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand of the operation of a single stage refrigeration cycle
- Understand the operation of domestic refrigeration systems
- Be able to compare different types of commercial refrigeration systems available
- Be able to compare the operation of the various types of industrial refrigeration systems available
- Be able to compare the performance characteristics of the main components, compressors, condensers, evaporators and expansion devices
- Be able to evaluate the plant-operating conditions by determining the balance points for a typical system
43
Managing Fabrication Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Internal/External Factors that affect Business and the Economic Environment in which an Engineering Company Operates
- Project Planning and Control Methods
- Understand Costing Techniques Used in Engineering Activities
- Understand Organisational Structures, Leadership and Management
- Understand Lean Business Improvement Techniques for Production and Quality
44
Managing Resources in the Power Industry: Transmission & Distribution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:1. Understand techniques for organising, monitoring and controlling the use of resources in a power engineering environment.2. Be able to organise, monitor and control the use of resources in a power engineering environment.3. Understand how to produce, communicate and record technical information for a given purpose.4. Be able to produce and communicate technical information.5. Understand how to control and supervise others in a power utility environment.
45
Manual Metal– Arc MMA Welding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding
- Understand Metallurgy associated with Welding
- Understand Welding Health and Safety
- Understand equipment associated with Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding
- Understand the consumables used in Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding
- Understand Welding procedures and methods of testing applied to Manual Metal Arc Welding Procedure
46
Manufacturing aircraft structures
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand aircraft component manufacturing techniques
- Be able to prepare aircraft structures for assembly using jigs/fixtures and hole preparation techniques
- Be able to assemble aircraft structures in accordance with standards
- Be able to inspect aircraft structures and ensure conformity with standards
47
Measurement Methods and Control Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to Obtain the Value of Unknown Components by Measurement and Calculation
- Understand how to Measure Power in an a.c. Circuit
- Understand how to Investigate Transducers, Their Purpose and Manufacturers Data Sheets
- Understand how the Signals from Transducers Enable Measurement
- Understand the Basic Principles of Control Engineering Methods
- Understand how to Investigate Frequency Response as an Analytical Tool
48
Mechanical Engineering Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Fundamentals of Engineering Science
- Understand the Fundamentals of Engineering Mathematics, Understanding the terms limits and fits, when applied to assemblies and components
- Understand the properties of Engineering Materials
49
Mechanical Engineering Principles for Aircraft Technicians
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand and Recognise Engineering Frameworks and Structures and their Behaviour Under the Influence of External Forces and Loads
- Understand the Effects of External Forces on Mechanical Engineering Components
- Understand the Principles and Effects of Rotational Movement of Mechanical Bodies and Systems
- Understand the Means of mechanical power transmission
50
Mechanised Welding Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Mechanised Welding processes
- Understand the principles of Mechanised Welding Metallurgy
- Understand the principles of Welding Health and Safety applied to Mechanised welding
- Be able to use Mechanised Welding Equipment
- Be able to use Mechanised Welding Consumables
- Be able to produce welds using Mechanised Welding Procedures
51
Metal Inert Gas/Metal Active Gas MIG/MAG Welding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Metal Inert Gas/Metal Active Gas (MIG/MAG) Welding
- Understand Metallurgy associated with welding
- Understand Welding Health and Safety
- Understand the equipment associated with Metal Inert Gas/Metal Active Gas (MIG/MAG) Welding
- Understand the consumables used in Metal Inert Gas/Metal Active Gas (MIG/MAG) Welding
- Understand Welding procedures and methods of testing applied to Metal Inert Gas/Metal Active Gas (MIG/MAG) welding
52
Microelectronics
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Components of a Microprocessor System and the Different Types of Systems Available
- Understand various Number Systems, Bit Arithmetic and Logical Operations
- Understand the Architecture and Role of the Central Processing Unit and How it Communicates with the Memory and other Chips
- Understand simple Timing Diagrams, Memory Addressing and Instruction Execution
- Understand the Basic Principles of Low Level or Assembly Language Programming. The procedure of writing Codes to Perform Simple Tasks on a chosen Microprocessor System or Simulator
- Understand the procedure of writing Programs with Interfacing Algorithms to Control and Receive Signals from Peripherals Connected to the System
- Understand and Produce Simple Programs for the PIC 16xxx Microcontroller
53
Panel Wiring for Engineering Applications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to work safely during the assembly, installation, commissioning and repair of electrical control panels
- Understand the procedures for the design, assembly and installation of electrical control panels
- Understand how to maintain, refurbish and repair electrical control panels
- Understand how to inspect and test electrical control panels
- Be able to build and commission an electrical control panel
54
Pattern Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Parallel Line development
- Understand the principles of Radial Line development
- Understand the principles of Triangulation development
- Understand the principles Cutting Planes and Common Central Spheres to Determine Joint Lines
55
Power Network Apparatus and Design: Transmission & Distribution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- The learner will:1. Understand basic electrical theory.2. Understand the design principles, operation and function of electrical transmission and distribution plant and apparatus.3. Understand UK electrical network monitoring, earthing and protection systems.4. Understand the purpose and techniques for electrical testing and fault diagnosis.5. Understand electrical operations and control systems used on power utilities networks.
56
Precision Grinding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Precision Grinding Machines, Grinding Equipment, Procedures and Operations
- Work Holding Equipment and Setting Procedures Used for Precision Grinding Activities
- Understand the Construction and Use of Precision Grinding Wheels and Associated Equipment used in Grinding Operations
- Understand Quality Requirements of Checking Precision Ground Components
57
Principles of Rotorywing Aircraft Flight
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Aerodynamics as applied to Rotorywing Aircraft
- Understand Rotorywing aircraft control and manoeuvrability
- Understand Rotorywing aircraft Flight and Stability
- Understand the procedures and hazards for Rotorywing aircraft in flight
58
Producing Pipework Fabrications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to interpret and evaluate Pipe
- work Drawings, Specifications and Sources of Regulations
- Be able to evaluate Pipe Materials and Components for a range of applications
- Be able to demonstrate an understanding of a range of Piped systems
- Understand the need for the Testing and Periodic Cleaning of Pipelines
- Be able to justify the need for the Protection and Insulation of Pipelines
- Be able to perform a pipe
- work installation practical task
59
Producing Plate Fabrications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the methods used in the production of fabricated parts
- Understand Marking Out techniques applied in plate work
- Understand mechanical and thermal cutting of plate material
- Understand plate forming processes
- Understand the use of CNC controlled plate processing machinery
- Understand methods of assembling plate fabrications
- Understand methods of inspecting plate fabrications
60
Producing Sheet Metal Fabrications
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the methods used in the production of fabricated parts
- Understand marking out techniques applied to sheet metal
- Understand mechanical and thermal cutting of sheet metal
- Understand sheet metal forming processes
- Understand the use of CNC controlled sheet metal processing machinery
- Understand methods of assembling sheet metal fabrications
- Understand methods of inspecting sheet metal fabrications
61
Programmable Logic Controllers PLCs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Internal Architecture of PLCs, their Applications, and Knowledge of the Number Systems they use
- Understand the typical Input and Output Devices used with PLCs, their Selection, and how they are Interfaced to the PLC
- Understand the Basic Programming Techniques used with PLCs
- Be able to produce a Correctly Developed Program for a PLC to Control a Specified Process, and Document the Completed Program to a Satisfactory Standard
- Be able to Monitor PLC Operation, Force Devices, and Fault Find PLC Controlled Processes
62
Radio and Radar Principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the theory of amplitude and frequency modulation
- Understand the basic principles of Transmitters and Receivers
- Understand the requirements of primary radar systems
- Understand the principles of pulsed and CW radar
63
Rail vehicle traction systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand AC electric power collection and transmission;1.1 Describe AC traction supply in terms of the relationship between voltage, current and frequency;1.2 Explain the construction and function of a typical high speed pantograph;1.3 Describe what systems are in place to off load and prevent arc dragging at neutral sections;1.4 Describe how an AC vehicle’s main transformer works and the need for different voltage outputs;1.5 Draw a schematic of a typical AC traction power control system that shows variations to allow for the control of both AC and DC traction motors;1.6 Compare and contrast the performance, reliability characteristics and maintenance implications of AC and DC traction motors;1.7 Describe the bonding and earth return requirements and arrangements for a typical 25kv traction unit;1.8 Explain the principles of rheostatic/regenerative braking;1.9 Develop a winterisation instruction for a typical 25Kv AC electric traction unit.2.
- Understand DC electric power collection and transmission;2.1 Describe DC traction supply in terms of the relationship between voltage, current and frequency;2.2 Describe typical 750V DC collection equipment;2.3 Describe the systems that are in place to off load and prevent arc dragging at section gaps;2.4 Describe how the speed of DC traction motors is controlled;2.5 Draw a typical current/ speed/temperature curve for DC traction motors;2.6 Describe the main performance issues resulting from sub-zero temperatures and snowfall;2.7 Describe how a traction unit operating on a DC electrified railway may utilise AC traction motors;2.8 Describe the earth return and bonding requirements for a typical 750V DC traction unit;2.9 Write a planned maintenance programme for a typical DC traction unit.3.
- Understand diesel hydraulic and diesel electric power generation and transmission;3.1 Draw a schematic diesel engine showing all the key internal and external components;3.2 Explain the operation of a diesel engine;3.3 Describe how a diesel engines performance is controlled, showing mathematically how operation of the control system produces a variation in power output;3.4 Describe mathematically how the performance of a turbo charger affects the performance of a diesel engine;3.5 Describe with the aid of diagrams how a diesel hydraulic power unit operates;3.6 Describe with the aid of diagrams how a diesel electric power unit operates;3.7 Write a planned annual preventative maintenance programme for a diesel engine listing the components to be inspected and the periodicity of inspections.
64
Railway Infrastructure - civil engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the construction methods employed in building railway infrastructure;1.1 Outline the legal frame
- work in the UK for the construction of new railways;1.2 Examine the construction process employed by historic railway builders;1.3 Explain the constraints inherited from historic railway construction;1.4 Describe the construction methods employed on construction of high speed lines;1.5 Describe the methods employed in bridge construction.2.
- Understand the management of the lineside environment and its effect on track performance;2.1 Identify suitable fencing solutions dependent upon neighbouring environments;2.2 Identify the requirements and methods of trackside vegetation management;2.3 Explain the requirements for rodent control in the track environment and the effect on track performance.3.
- Understand soil mechanics and the inspection and assessment techniques applied in the railway environment;3.1 Explain the specification and performance of ballast as part of the track system;3.2 Describe the construction and performance of subgrade and substructure and the effect on the track system;3.3 Describe the construction and performance of earthworks and embankments and their effect on track systems;3.4 Explain the remedial process applied to unstable earthworks or embankments;3.5 Identify the causes of subterranean fires and their effect on railway infrastructure, and identify potential remedial strategies;3.6 Evaluate the potential effects of historic mining operations close to the railway infrastructure and the potential effect on track stability;3.7 Outline the potential effects of surface material extraction on the function of the track system;3.8 Analyse the requirements for drainage of the railway infrastructure.4.
- Understand the structures on or around the railway infrastructure and their impact on the track infrastructure;4.1 Explain the construction of tunnels and the considerations to be taken into effect when planning the maintenance or renewal of track;4.2 Describe the construction of structures adjacent to or supporting the track infrastructure.5.
- Understand the clearances that are required for the safe operation of the railway infrastructure;5.1 Explain the measurement requirements for static load gauge;5.2 Explain the measurement requirements for kinetic envelope;5.3 Explain the measurement requirements for the swept envelope;5.4 Explain the measurement requirements for structure gauge;5.5 Explain the measurement requirements for platform gauge.
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Railway infrastructure - electrical engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand circuit theory to determine voltage, current and resistance in direct current (DC) circuits;1.1 Explain DC circuit theory;1.2 Describe DC networks;1.3 Carry out measurements in DC circuits.2.
- Understand DC circuits containing capacitors and carry out measurements and calculations;2.1 Describe the types of capacitors;2.2 Explain the charging and discharging of a capacitor;2.3 Describe a DC net
- work that includes a capacitor.3.
- Understand the principles and properties of magnetism;3.1 Describe magnetic fields;3.2 Explain the principles of electromagnetic induction.4.
- Understand single phase alternating current (AC) theory, and the application in railway electrical supply systems;4.1 Explain single phase alternating current (AC) circuit theory;4.2 Describe three phase alternating current (AC) supply;4.3 Explain the operation of transformers;4.4 Describe the generation and distribution of electricity to the rail infrastructure;4.5 Carry out measurements of an alternating current (AC) circuit.
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Railway infrastructure - Function and Characteristics of Railway Signalling Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of rail signalling within the railway system;1.1 Identify the different components of a signalling system;1.2 Identify the lineside equipment that interface with signalling systems;1.3 Describe the historical development of signalling systems;1.4 Explain the purpose and scope of a signalling system within the rail system;1.5 Interpret how the human-machine interfaces occur in relation to the signalling system, the risks present and how risk is mitigated;1.6 Explain how interface is maintained between lineside and signalling systems components.2.
- Understand how signalling systems provide safety on the railway;2.1 Identify the different types of mechanical and electrical interlocking used in signalling systems;2.2 Explain the different types of interlocking used in signalling systems;2.3 Explain how the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) works in terms of controlling the speed of a train;2.4 Define how safety is maintained if a train passes through a red signal;2.5 Explain how high-integrity systems ensure the signalling system provides safety;2.6 Explain how the installation, testing and commissioning a of signalling system ensures fitness for purpose of the system;2.7 Explain the importance of maintenance and repair in ensuring the signalling system is safe.3.
- Understand the role of block sections within the signalling system;3.1 Draw a diagram of a block section for a given signalling system;3.2 Classify the types of block section used on the rail infrastructure;3.3 Explain how safety is maintained within a block section;3.4 Explain the consequences of failure of the signalling system;3.5 Interpret how the risk of failure is mitigated for a given signalling application.4.
- Understand how documentation, competence management systems and licensing is used in supporting signalling systems and how it is controlled;4.1 Describe the role of The Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE), licensing system;4.2 Describe the different categories of licenses required to work on signalling systems;4.3 Describe the sources and types of information used in relation to signalling systems;4.4 Interpret signalling abbreviations, symbols and the signalling alphabet;4.5 List the types of documents used in signalling and methods of document control applied.
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Railway infrastructure - overhead line equipment construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the process for OLE construction;1.1 Describe the planning process for OLE Construction;1.2 Explain the risks and safety management systems applied to OLE construction sites;1.3 Interpret engineering specifications for OLE construction activities;1.4 Determine the bill of quantities for OLE materials;1.5 Describe the ordering and delivery of OLE materials;1.6 Describe the application of on track plant in OLE construction;1.7 Describe the application of road rail plant equipment in OLE construction;1.8 Explain the requirements for other engineering functions to be involved in OLE construction;1.9 List the methods employed in progress reporting for OLE construction sites;1.10 Identify the requirements for returning the railway to operational service;1.11 Describe the hand back process from constructor to maintainer.2.
- Understand the installation techniques applied to OLE construction;2.1 Describe the construction methods for foundations and erections for plain line OLE installations;2.2 Describe the construction methods for small parts steel
- work applied in plain line OLE installations;2.3 Describe the construction methods for the installation of wires applied in OLE installations;2.4 Describe the construction methods for sectioning, insulation, registrations and in span components applied in OLE installations;2.5 Describe the installation, enhancement and renewal of earthing and bonding in OLE installations;2.6 Describe the use of high output equipment in the installation of OLE systems.3.
- Understand the testing and commissioning requirements for OLE installations;3.1 Explain the process required to secure OLE out of use to enable non electric traction systems or restricted running following construction work on complex OLE systems;3.2 Explain the process required for bringing the OLE into service to enable electric traction running following construction of complex OLE systems.
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Railway infrastructure - overhead line equipment maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the design and construction of foundations and main steel
- work associated with OLE systems;1.1 Describe the different soil characteristics that could typically be found on OLE installations and the implications for the design of foundations;1.2 Analyse the design of foundations for OLE construction and the factors that influence the choice of foundation type;1.3 Interpret the industry standard drawings (e.g. OLEMI) for foundations and main steel
- Understand the design, construction and operation of small parts steel
- work associated with OLE system;2.1 Interpret the construction drawings associated with small parts steel used in the construction of OLE systems;2.2 Identify the types and functions of a variety of small part steel components associated with OLE construction;2.3 Describe the types of materials used in the construction of cantilevers and other OLE components and the types of fixings used;2.4 Identify the types of insulators and the function of insulators used in OLE construction;2.5 Identify the potential failure points associated with small parts steel and the potential service disruptions that can occur.3.
- Understand the design, construction and operation of wires and cables associated with OLE systems and the interface with the pantograph;3.1 Identify the types of and uses cables and wires used in OLE construction;3.2 Explain the construction arrangements for cables and wires used in OLE construction;3.3 Describe the tensioning arrangements for contact wire;3.4 Describe the overlap arrangements for contact wires;3.5 Describe the requirements for turnouts wiring for OLE systems;3.6 Describe the requirements for OLE Geometry;3.7 Describe the construction drawing used for cables and wires;3.8 Describe the wire run drawing.4.
- Understand the design and construction, and operation of in-line components associated with OLE systems;4.1 Describe the types of components and their function used in the construction of OLE Section Insulators;4.2 Identify the types of components used in the construction of OLE Neutral Sections
- describe operational function, and the mechanical and electrical properties;4.3 Explain the requirement for Automatic Power Controller (APC Magnets);4.4 Interpret the construction drawings associated with in line components used in the construction of OLE systems.5.
- Understand the design requirements for OLE geometry and electrical clearances;5.1 Explain the operation of the pantograph;5.2 Describe the requirements of OLE geometry;5.3 Interpret the construction drawings for heights and staggers;5.4 Describe the requirements for electrical clearance;5.5 Describe the design requirements for electrical clearance.6.
- Understand the requirements for earthing and bonding associated with OLE systems;6.1 Describe the requirements for provision of traction current return paths;6.2 Understand the requirements for the provision of protection from fault currents;6.3 Explain the terms, touch potential and step potential;6.4 Describe the requirements for the bonding of lineside equipment;6.5 Explain the operation of train detection systems used by signal engineers;6.6 Identify the safety requirements for earthing of OLE systems to facilitate engineering operations;6.7 Interpret bonding diagrams.7.
- Understand the interface between OLE engineering and other railway engineering systems and operational equipment;7.1 Describe the interface between OLE systems and track engineering systems;7.2 Describe the interface between OLE systems and signalling systems;7.3 Describe the interface between OLE systems and telecommunication systems;7.4 Describe the interface between OLE systems and fixed plant and equipment;7.5 Describe the interface between OLE systems and lineside structures;7.6 Describe the interface between the OLE contact wire and the pantograph.
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Railway infrastructure - Railway Signalling Systems Testing and Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the sub-systems and components of the main line-side equipment;1.1 Identify the sub systems and components of the main lineside equipment types;1.2 Carry out installation, maintenance or testing on two different types of line side equipment;1.3 Describe the applications of lineside equipment;1.4 Describe the principal elements of construction, design and implementation of a signalling system;1.5 Interpret how a change in the signalling system has effects that may impact on related systems;1.6 Classify the different types and sizes of cables used on the infrastructure and applications of each.2.
- Be able to use railway signalling maintenance and testing equipment;2.1 Carry out testing on signalling equipment;2.2 Use three different types of railway signalling installation, maintenance or testing equipment;2.3 Classify the types and purpose of the equipment used in railway installation, maintenance or testing;2.4 Explain the importance of the calibration of maintenance and testing equipment;2.5 Describe precautions in use and care of the equipment used in railway maintenance and testing.3.
- Understand how safe working procedures apply to all aspects of signalling equipment operations;3.1 Demonstrate the need for safe methods of working when working on signalling equipment;3.2 Explain the need for testing methods and records of work;3.3 Describe the importance of personal accountability when working on signalling equipment.4.
- Understand the stages of the design process, abbreviations, symbols and plans used on the signalling system;4.1 Describe the stages of a signalling system design process for a given application;4.2 Identify the component parts of a control table and the sources from which these are drawn;4.3 Describe signalling abbreviations, symbols and the signalling alphabet;4.4 Identify signalling bonding and equipment circuit plans;4.5 Describe the different ways signalling information is given from the designers to installers, testers and maintainers.
70
Railway Infrastructure - track construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the process for track construction and renewals;1.1 Describe the planning process for track construction and renewals;1.2 Identify the risks and safety management systems applied to track construction and renewals sites;1.3 Describe the handover process from maintainer to constructor;1.4 Explain the requirements for determining bill of quantities for track materials including the ordering and delivery of track materials;1.5 Explain the methods of achieving plain line construction and renewals in tunnels and viaducts;1.6 Evaluate the application of on track plant and road rail plant in track construction renewals;1.7 Explain the process for ballast treatment;1.8 Identify the requirement for other engineering functions to be involved in track construction and renewals projects;1.9 Explain the requirements for returning railway to operational service including the hand back process from constructor to maintainer.2.
- Understand high output techniques applied to track construction and renewals;2.1 Explain the methods of achieving track construction and renewals using high output techniques;2.2 Explain the methods of achieving ballast treatment using high output techniques.3.
- Understand construction and renewals methods for switch and crossing layouts;3.1 Describe the planning process for S&C construction and renewals including the handover process from maintainer to constructor;3.2 Measure existing S&C layouts for like for like renewals;3.3 Interpret engineering drawings relating to S&C construction;3.4 Describe the process for determining bill of quantities for S&C materials;3.5 Describe the process for ordering and delivery of S&C materials;3.6 Identify the risks and safety management systems applied to S&C construction and renewals sites;3.7 Explain the different methods for construction and renewals of S&C layouts;3.8 Describe the requirements of other engineering functions involved in S&C construction activity;3.9 Describe the requirements for returning railway to operational service and the hand back process from constructor to maintainer.4.
- Understand the quality control methods employed for track construction and renewals;4.1 Interpret relevant engineering construction standards in relation to construction and renewals activities;4.2 Evaluate the impact of construction and renewals activities on track drainage systems;4.3 Describe how progress of track construction and renewals activities is monitored;4.4 Detail the quality control methods used to ensure construction and renewals activities comply with design requirements ;4.5 Measure structure gauge and track geometry;4.6 Describe the relationship between track geometry and traction supply geometry;4.7 Perform calculations for the stressing of plain line;4.8 List the requirements for engineering records to be produced during and following track construction and renewals activities.5.
- Understand raising and removing speeds following track renewal activity;5.1 Describe the engineering specifications relating to ensuring the track is fit for operational purposes following track construction and renewals;5.2 Evaluate the impact of track construction and renewals on operational capability;5.3 Explain the compliance requirements set by the infrastructure controller;5.4 List the defects that can occur following track construction and renewals;5.5 Explain how to determine the safe line speed following track construction and renewals activities;5.6 Describe the quality control documentation to be produced to demonstrate quality control of track construction and renewals activities;5.7 Describe the requirements for imposing speed restrictions following track construction and renewals;5.8 Apply temporary and emergency speed restriction indicators for train drivers.
71
Railway Infrastructure - track engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand the design, construction and operation of plain line track;1.1 Identify the components utilised in the construction of plain line track systems;1.2 Describe the construction of plain line track systems;1.3 Apply Hooke’s Law for calculating the requirement for restoration of stress in plain line;1.4 Explain the requirements of track design for the application of transitions and curves;1.5 Describe the wheel/rail interface and point of contact.2.
- Understand the design, construction and operation of switch and crossing layouts;2.1 Identify the components utilised in the construction of switch & crossing systems;2.2 Describe the construction of switch and crossing systems;2.3 Describe the materials used in switch and crossing units;2.4 Identify the types of switch and crossing layouts;2.5 Explain the operation of switch and crossing systems;2.6 Explain the geometry required for switch and crossing systems;2.7 Explain the operational characteristics of point operating system.3.
- Understand the common failure modes of track engineering systems;3.1 Describe potential failure modes of track components associated with plain line track;3.2 Describe potential failure modes caused by track formation deterioration;3.3 Describe potential failure modes of switch and crossing layouts.4.
- Understand the effects of abnormal conditions on the performance of the track system;4.1 Describe the effects of abnormal weather conditions;4.2 Describe the effect of leaf fall and uncontrolled lineside vegetation;4.3 Describe the effects of lineside vegetation on signal sighting and potential damage to overhead line equipment;4.4 Explain the effect of abnormal weather conditions on planned engineering activity.5.
- Understand the interface between track engineering systems and other railway engineering functions;5.1 Describe the basic principles of electricity as applied to railway infrastructure;5.2 Describe the fundamental principles of railway signalling;5.3 Explain the operation of points and point detection systems;5.4 Describe the relationship of track geometry with overhead line geometry and the interface between the two.
72
Railway Infrastructure - Track engineering maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand maintenance techniques applied to plain line track;1.1 Outline the failure characteristics of plain line track;1.2 Describe methods applied for the maintenance of track alignment;1.3 Explain the methods applied for the maintenance of track gauge;1.4 Describe the methods applied for the maintenance of track formation; 1.5 Describe the methods for the maintenance of track components;1.6 Describe the requirements for maintenance of electrical insulation between rails;1.7 Describe the maintenance requirements for track in special environments;1.8 Describe the maintenance for rail lubricators;1.9 Describe the maintenance requirements for Adjustment Switches;1.10 Describe the maintenance requirements for Insulated Block Joints;1.11 Explain the requirements for the welding of rails;1.12 Perform calculations for the stressing of plain line track.2.
- Understand maintenance techniques applied to switch and crossing layouts;2.1 Outline the failure characteristics of S&C layouts;2.2 Evaluate methods applied for the maintenance of S&C alignment;2.3 Describe the methods applied for the maintenance of S&C components;2.4 Describe the requirements for lubrication of S&C layouts;2.5 Describe the requirements for maintenance of electrical insulation between rails;2.6 Describe the interface between S&C layouts and point operating mechanisms;2.7 Describe the interface between S&C layouts and point heating systems.3.
- Understand mechanised maintenance techniques applied to plain line;3.1 Evaluate where mechanised maintenance techniques can be utilised to maintain and improve track quality;3.2 Review how track geometry data can be interpreted to determine where mechanised maintenance interventions are suitable;3.3 Describe the use of grinding trains on plain line maintenance;3.4 Describe the planning regime for the mechanised maintenance intervention.4.
- Understand maintenance of the off track environment;4.1 Describe the maintenance regime applied to lineside vegetation;4.2 Explain the effect of infestations on embankment and cutting stability;4.3 Describe the process for management of infestation;4.4 Outline the effect of severe weather on embankment stability and precautions to be taken;4.5 Describe the planning requirements for extreme weather;4.6 Outline the fire risks associated with lineside environment and associated control methods;4.7 Describe the maintenance methodologies of lineside fencing;4.8 Evaluate the potential impact on performance due to trespass and vandalism including accumulation of rubbish.5.
- Understand inspection techniques applied in track engineering;5.1 Describe the inspection regime mandated by the Infrastructure Controller for plain line;5.2 Describe the inspection regime mandated by the Infrastructure Controller for switch and crossing;5.3 Describe the inspection regime in place for sidings as mandated by the owner;5.4 Carry out an inspection of plain line track, and produce documented evidence;5.5 Carry out a detailed inspection of S&C layout and produce documented evidence;5.6 Describe the process required for critical rail temperature management;5.7 Explain non-destructive testing techniques applied to track engineering.6.
- Understand raising and removing speed restrictions following maintenance activities.6.1 Explain the engineering specifications relating to ensuring the track is fit for operational purposes following track maintenance activities;6.2 Describe the impact of track maintenance activities on operational capability;6.3 Describe the compliance requirements set by the infrastructure controller;6.4 Outline the defects that can occur following track maintenance;6.5 Explain how to determine the safe line speed following track maintenance activities;6.6 List the quality control documentation to be produced to demonstrate quality control of track maintenance activities;6.7 Explain the requirements for imposing speed restrictions following track maintenance;6.8 Install temporary and emergency spee
73
Railway Infrastructure – mechanical engineering principles
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of engineering science;1.1 Carry out calculations involving heat, strength of materials, forces, friction
- work and power;1.2 Carry out a tensile test on materials to
- determine the ultimate tensile strength, yield point, limit of proportionality, elastic limit, ultimate load, breaking load, percentage elongation and percentage reduction in area;1.3 Carry out calculations involving work done and power;1.4 Carry out calculations involving electromotive force and resistance;1.5 Identify the primary units of the SI system; length, mass, time, temperature, capacity;1.6 Identify the derived units of the SI system; force, stress, density, conductivity, power, current, voltage and resistance;1.7 Carry out calculations involving basic hydraulic principles.2.
- Understand the fundamentals of engineering mathematics;2.1 Solve simple, practical algebraic problems;2.2 Solve practical problems using trigonometry;2.3 Solve practical problems involving, areas, perimeters and volumes;2.4 Present and interpret information using graphical and statistical means;2.5 Use vulgar fractions and decimals;2.6 Use ratios, proportions and percentages;2.7 Use positive and negative numbers;2.8 Solve simple equations by substitution;2.9 Transpose given formulae;2.10 Solve linear equations;2.11 Solve simultaneous equations;2.12 Use trigonometry to solve practical problems associated with measurement and inspection;2.13 Calculate the area and perimeter of common plane figures;2.14 Calculate the volume of common prismoidal shapes;2.15 Present and interpret information using graphs and charts;2.16 Present and interpret basic statistical data.3.
- Understand the fundamentals of applied mechanics;3.1 Describe the principle of equilibrium;3.2 Calculate forces acting upon a simple structure in equilibrium;3.3 Use graphical methods to describe forces acting upon a simple structure in equilibrium;3.4 Explain the principle of framed structures;3.5 Calculate the forces acting on a framed structure;3.6 Use graphical methods to describe forces acting upon a simple structure;3.7 Describe the principles of shearing forces and bending moments;3.8 Calculate shearing force;3.9 Calculate bending moments;3.10 Use graphical methods to describe shearing force and bending moments;3.11 Understand the principles of stress and strain;3.12 Calculate shear stress, tensile strain and compressive strain;3.13 Describe the moduli of elasticity for a range of engineering materials used in railway engineering.4.
- Understand the properties of engineering materials;4.1 Describe the term atomic structure – the atom, electron, proton and neutron. The arrangement of atoms defining a substance; solid, liquid or gas;4.2 Explain the forms of bonding: Covalent, Ionic and Metallic;4.3 Define the crystalline structure of metals; lattice structures: Body-centred cubic, Face-centred cubic and Close-packed hexagonal;4.4 Explain how lattice and grain structures arise; solidification and growth of dendrites;4.5 Define the term re-crystallisation;4.6 Describe the effects of heat treatment and hot and cold working on the crystal structure;4.7 Describe the relationship between the solidification process and a cooling curve;4.8 Recognise the cooling curves for a pure metal and an alloy;4.9 Recognise an equilibrium diagram;4.10 Illustrate the structure, properties, and uses of steels;4.11 Describe the principal methods of testing for hardness ;4.12 Explain the structure of polymers; polymer chains and their effect on the polymer;4.13 Describe the effects of temperature on the mechanical properties of polymers;4.14 Define the properties and uses of common polymers; Thermoplastics; Thermosetting Polymers; Elastomers.
74
Rotorywing Aircraft Gas Turbine Engines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the operating principles for typical gas turbine engines
- Understand constructional details of typical gas turbine engines
- Understand systems used to ignite, fuel, lubricate, cool and start gas turbine engines
- Understand maintenance operations carried out on installed gas turbine engines
75
Rotorywing Aircraft Structures and Transmissions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand rotorywing aircraft structural components
- Understand maintenance philosophies when applied to rotorywing aircraft structures
- Understand rotorywing aircraft Transmission systems
- Understand helicopter rotor blade construction
76
Rotorywing Aircraft systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the main and tail Rotor Controls
- Understand Rotorywing aircraft fuel systems
- Understand Rotorywing aircraft Hydraulics and Flight Controls
- Understand Rotorywing aircraft Assembly and dismantling procedures
- Understand Rotorywing aircraft handling procedures
77
Servicing cardiovascular equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand safe working when servicing cardiovascular equipment
- Understand the need to carry out scheduled servicing
- Understand the principles of operation of a range of cardiovascular equipment and of the components and sub-assemblies used in it
- Be able to use appropriate tools and test equipment to undertake servicing
- Be able to carry out routine servicing activities on a range of cardiovascular equipment and decide on appropriate action if problems are found
- Be able to identify when equipment is not functioning correctly and identify likely fault causes
- Be able to replace a range of components and sub-assemblies
- Be able to recognise organisational and legal implications of the need for completing records of the service work and the ability to do this using paper and/or computer records
- Be able to describe the operation of General Power Supplies and carry out servicing activities on them
78
Servicing medical therapeutic equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand working protocol for a laser procedure setup for clinical use. The laser procedure should be written in the format of local rules for a clinical environment
- Explain the importance of carrying out service activities using defined techniques and procedures whilst maintaining a safe working environment
- Understand servicing and maintaining audiometry screening equipment, Understanding of nerve stimulation devices and interferential units
- Understand of phototherapy lamps
79
Servicing Physiological Monitoring and Infusion Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to carry out maintenance activities appropriate for the equipment to be serviced and maintained
- Understand how to produce a working protocol for a medical device
- Understand infusion devices
- Understand gas delivery units and systems
- Understand suction devices and systems
- Understand syringe pumps
80
Sheet Metalwork Technology
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand work organisation and management
- Understand pattern development
- Understand cutting and forming
- Understand assembly processes
- Understand finishing
81
Shipbuilding Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand Ships Drawings, Specifications and Procedures
- Understand Lofting, Drawing and Computer Aided Engineering
- Understand Ship Types and Appropriate Design Features
- Understand the Structure and Strength of a Ship
- Understand the Monitoring and Controlling of Assembly and Erection of Fabricated Units
- Understand the Construction of Fore and After End Units
82
Specialised Machining
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Process of Electro Discharge Machining Using Plain or Shaped Electrodes
- Understand the Process of Electro Discharge Machining Using Wire or Tape Electrodes
- Understand the Process of Electro-Chemical Machining, Using Plain or Shaped Electrodes
- Understand the Use of Lasers for Thermal Cutting and Welding
- Understand Electron Beam Cutting and Welding
- Understand Water Jet and Abrasive Jet Cutting and Machining
- Understand Super Finishing Processes
- Understand Twist Drilling Systems Used in Machining Engineering Materials
- Understand Tubular Drilling Systems Used in Machining Engineering Materials
83
Tool making/ Presswork/Extrusion Design
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Design Process Relating to Tool making, Extrusion Dies and Press Tools
- Understand the Factors Influencing the Choice of Material used within a Design
- Understand How Manufacturing Processes and Economic Factors Influence Design
- Understand Factors Affecting the Design of Jigs, Fixtures, Extrusion Dies and Press Tools For the Manufacture of Simple Components
- Understand the Safety aspects of Designs Relating to Jigs and Fixtures, Extrusion Dies and Press Tools
- Be able to make a Simple Jig or Fixture or Extrusion Die or Press Tool
84
Traction and rolling suspension, wheelsets and brakes and associated systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of traction and rolling stock suspension and tilt systems;1.1 Differentiate between the different suspension systems fitted to trains in relation to their purpose;1.2 Describe the operation and control of a high speed train tilt system, list potential failure modes and the mitigation that may be applied in the event of failure;1.3 Illustrate mathematically how failed suspension increases damage to both track and vehicles;1.4 Write a planned maintenance programme for a typical high speed train suspension and tilt mechanism;1.5 Compare conventional body/bogie mountings;1.6 Write a winterisation procedure for a high speed train tilt system.2.
- Understand the fundamentals of traction and rolling stock braking systems;2.1 Describe a typical air/electric brake system;2.2 Compare and contrast tread brake, cheek disc and inboard disc braking systems;2.3 Describe how a variable load valve works and what symptoms would become apparent in the event of failure;2.4 Describe the various types of friction pad in use on main line traction and rolling stock;2.5 Describe with the aid of schematics the operation of a typical wheel slide prevention system;2.6 Describe the safety systems that can take over the operation of a train braking system in the event of operator error;2.7 Describe why automatic sanding is necessary;2.8 Write a planned maintenance programme for a typical high speed train braking system.3.
- Understand the fundamentals of traction and rolling stock axles, wheels and bearings;3.1 Draw a typical wheelset, identifying all components;3.2 List the different types of wheel profile in common use on the net
- work, identifying typical duties and the rationale for selection;3.3 Write a wheelset and axle bearing maintenance policy;3.4 Describe the process of changing out a wheelsets as routine maintenance, identifying all risks associated with the operation;3.5 Describe in situ test and inspection methodology for traction and rolling stock wheelsets;3.6 Discuss the implications of a ‘flat’ on a wheelset;3.7 Discuss ways in which wheelset life may be extended, listing determining factors;3.8 Describe the criticality of the wheel rail interface and its implications for track wear and damage.
85
Tungsten Inert Gas TIG Welding Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding
- Understand Metallurgy associated with welding
- Understand Welding Health and Safety
- Understand equipment associated with Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding
- Understand the consumables used in Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding
- Understand Welding procedures and methods of testing applied to Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG)
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Workplace improvement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out a workplaceimprovement activity
- Understand the methods used to
- identify and eliminate waste
- Understand the principles of visualmanagement
- Understand the role of standardcompany documentation
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/5799/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- EAL
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2015