ETCAL
    Level 2
    QN: 601/1820/9
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    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
    Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.

    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

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    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

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    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

    Verified
    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

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    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

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    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

    Verified
    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

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    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

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    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

    Verified
    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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