ETCAL
Level 2
QN: 601/1820/9
Curriculum Active
ETCAL Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ETCAL. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 5312 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
ETCAL
Syllabus Units
45 Units
Guided Hours
5312 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assembling Components using Mechanical Fasteners
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Assemble Components using Mechanical Fasteners
- Know how to Assemble Components using Mechanical Fasteners
2
Assembling Structural Steelwork
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Assemble Structural Steel
- Know how to Assemble Structural Steel
3
Bending and Forming Plate using Power Operated Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Bend and Form Plate using Power Operated Machines
- Know how to Bend and Form Plate using Power Operated Machines
4
Bonding Engineering Materials using Adhesives
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Bond Engineering Materials using Adhesives
- Know how to Bond Engineering Materials using Adhesives
5
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
6
Cutting and Shaping Materials using CNC Laser Profiling Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut and Shape Materials using CNC Laser Profiling Machines
- Know how to Cut and Shape Materials using CNC Laser Profiling Machines
7
Cutting and Shaping Materials using CNC Water Jet Cutting Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut and shape materials using CNC water jet cutting machines
- Know how to cut and shape materials using CNC water jet cutting machines
8
Cutting and Shaping Materials using Gas Cutting Machines
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut and Shape Materials using Gas Cutting Machines
- Know how to Cut and Shape Materials using Gas Cutting Machines
9
Cutting and Shaping using CNC Plasma or Gas Cutting Machines
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut and Shape using CNC Plasma or Gas Cutting Machines
- Know how to Cut and Shape using CNC Plasma or Gas Cutting Machines
10
Cutting Materials using Hand Operated Thermal Cutting Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut Materials using Hand Operated Thermal Cutting Equipment
- Know how to Cut Materials using Hand Operated Thermal Cutting Equipment
11
Cutting Materials using Saws and Abrasive Discs
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut Materials using Saws and Abrasive Discs
- Know how to Cut Materials using Saws and Abrasive Discs
12
Cutting Plate and Sections using Shearing Machines
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut Plate and Sections using Shearing Machines
- Know how to Cut Plate and Sections using Shearing Machines
13
Cutting Sheet Metal to Shape using Hand and Machine Tools
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Cut Sheet Metal to Shape using Hand and Machine Tools
- Know how to Cut Sheet Metal to Shape using Hand and Machine Tools
14
Forming Pipework by Machine Bending
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- work by Machine Bending
- Know how to Form Pipe
15
Forming Platework using Power Rolling Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- work using Power Rolling Machines
- Know how to Form Plate
16
Forming Sheet Metal using Hand and Machine Tools
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Form Sheet Metal using Hand and Machine Tools
- Know how to Form Sheet Metal using Hand and Machine Tools
17
Forming Structural Sections using Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Form Structural Sections using Machines
- Know how to Form Structural Sections using Machines
18
Heat Treating Materials for Fabrication Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Heat Treat Materials for Fabrication Activities
- Know how to Heat Treat Materials for Fabrication Activities
19
Joining Materials by Manual Torch Brazing and Soldering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials by Manual Torch Brazing and Soldering
- Know how to Join Materials by Manual Torch Brazing and Soldering
20
Joining Materials by Resistance Spot Welding
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials by Resistance Spot Welding
- Know how to Join Materials by Resistance Spot Welding
21
Joining Materials by the Manual Metal Arc Welding Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials by the Manual Metal Arc Welding Process
- Know how to Join Materials by the Manual Metal Arc Welding Process
22
Joining Materials by the Manual Oxy/fuel Gas Welding Process
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials by the Manual Oxy/fuel Gas Welding Process
- Know how to Join Materials by the Manual Oxy/fuel Gas Welding Process
23
Joining Materials by the Manual TIG and Plasma-arc Welding Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials by the Manual TIG and Plasma-arc Welding Processes
- Know how to Join Materials by the Manual TIG and Plasma-arc Welding Processes
24
Joining Materials by the Semi-automatic MIG/MAG and Flux Cored Arc Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials by the Semi-automatic MIG/MAG and Flux Cored Arc Processes
- Know how to Join Materials by the Semi-automatic MIG/MAG and Flux Arc Processes
25
Joining Materials using Plastics Welding Machines
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials using Plastics Welding Machines
- Know how to Join Materials using Plastics Welding Machines
26
Joining Plastics using Manual Welding Processes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Plastics using Manual Welding Processes
- Know how to Join Plastics using Manual Welding Processes
27
Joining Rails using the Aluminothermic Welding Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Rails using the Aluminothermic Welding Process
- Know how to Join Rails using the Aluminothermic Welding Process
28
Marking Out Components for Fabrication
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Mark Out Components for Fabrication
- Know how to Mark Out Components for Fabrication
29
Operating Brazing Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Join Materials using Brazing Machines
- Know how to Join Materials using Brazing Machines
30
Producing Fillet Welded Joints using a Manual/Semi-Automatic Welding Process
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Fillet Welded Joints using a Manual/Semi-Automatic Welding Process
- Know how to Produce Fillet Welded Joints using a Manual/Semi-Automatic Welding Process
31
Producing Holes using Drilling Machines
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Holes using Drilling Machines
- Know how to Produce Holes using Drilling Machines
32
Producing Platework Assemblies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Plate
- work Assemblies
- Know how to Produce Plate
33
Producing Sheet Metal Assemblies
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Sheet Metal Assemblies
- Know how to Produce Sheet Metal Assemblies
34
Producing Socket and Flange Fillet Welded Joints in Pipe using a Manual Welding Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Socket and Flange Fillet Welded Joints in Pipe using a Manual Welding Process
- Know how to Produce Socket and Flange Fillet Welded Joints in Pipe using a Manual Welding Process
35
Producing Structural Steel Ancillary Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Produce Structural Steel Ancillary Components
- Know how to Produce Structural Steel Ancillary Components
36
Restore Rails to Operational Condition using an Arc Welding Process
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Restore Rails to Operational Condition using an Arc Welding Process
- Know how to Restore Rails to Operational Condition using an Arc Welding Process
37
Slinging, Lifting and Moving Materials and Components
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Sling, Lift and Move Materials and Components
- Know how to Sling, Lift and Move Materials and Components
38
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
39
Welding Materials using Electron Beam Welding Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Weld Materials using Electron Beam Welding Machines
- Know how to Weld Materials using Electron Beam Welding Machines
40
Welding Materials using Friction Welding Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Weld Materials using Friction Welding Machines
- Know how to Weld Materials using Friction Welding Machines
41
Welding Materials using Laser Welding Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Weld Materials using Laser Welding Machines
- Know how to Weld Materials using Laser Welding Machines
42
Welding Materials using Resistance Spot, Seam and Projection Welding Machines
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Weld Materials using Resistance Spot, Seam and Projection Welding Machines
- Know how to Weld Materials using Resistance Spot, Seam and Projection Welding Machines
43
Welding Materials with Mechanised Arc Welding Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Weld Materials with Mechanised Arc Welding Equipment
- Know how to Weld Materials with Mechanised Arc Welding Equipment
44
Welding Rails using Flash Welding Equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Weld Rails using Flash Welding Equipment
- Know how to Weld Rails using Flash Welding Equipment
45
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)
- 601/1820/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ETCAL
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Nov 2013