PIABC
    Level 2
    QN: 603/3795/3
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    PIABC Level 2 Diploma in Polymer Operations

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by PIABC. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 251 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    PIABC
    Syllabus Units
    5 Units
    Guided Hours
    251 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Basic Skills in Mathematics, Communication and Behaviour required in a Polymer Processing Environment

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to work effectively with colleagues in a polymer processing workplace
    • Be able to use a range of communication skills effectively in the work place
    • Be able to use mathematical techniques in practical workplace applications
    2

    Health, Safety and Environmental Principles when Operating Polymer Processes

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the type of potential hazards and risks within a polymer processing workplace
    • Understand the health and safety regulations, codes of practice and company procedure that apply to a polymer processing activities activity.3.
    • Understand the need for safety equipment, signage and safe handling when working in a polymer processing environment.4.
    • Understand environmental regulations and organisational requirements with the polymer processing industry
    3

    Prepare, Start Up and Shut Down a Polymer Process

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to prepare for production start-up for one polymer processing technique, within the limits of authority
    • Be able to start up and monitor one type of polymer processing equipment and produce samples within the limits of authority
    • Be able to stop and close down one type of polymer processing production equipment safely and effectively within the limits of authority
    4

    Principles and Requirements of Polymer Processing

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the scope and structure of the polymer processing industry and how your production company fits into the industry.
    • Understand the operation of equipment used in one your polymer processing technique.3.
    • Know the functional requirements of a polymer processing forming tool.4.
    • Know the different types of polymer materials and their processing requirements for one type of process.
    5

    Quality, Process Control and Improvement Techniques used in Polymer Processing

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how polymers behave and are controlled during a processing technique
    • Understand the quality requirements when processing polymer materials
    • Appreciate the need for manufacturing process improvement techniques

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/3795/3
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    PIABC
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Nov 2018