SIAS
Level 3
QN: 610/5849/X
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SIAS Level 3 Extended Diploma in Process Industry Manufacturing
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by SIAS. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 615 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
SIAS
Syllabus Units
16 Units
Guided Hours
615 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Applied Chemical, Mathematical and Physical Principles in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the construction and use of balanced chemical equations.
- Understand electrochemical principles in process manufacturing, including oxidation and reduction, electrolysis and galvanic corrosion.
- Understand the structure and properties of elements, mixtures, compounds, crystals, and alloys.
- Know the importance of chemical equilibrium and energy changes in reactions involved in manufacturing processes.
- Be able to conduct calculations related to process manufacturing, including conversions, weights, and yield calculations.
- Understand the principles of gas compression and how they apply to process industries.
2
Applying Operational Practices in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to locate
- record and interpret information.2.
- Be able to address issues in processes and systems.3.
- Be able to apply problem solving, fault finding and continuous improvement techniques.4.
- Understand how overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) metrics are used to measure the effectiveness and performance of manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Understand how Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) can ensure rigorous standards are maintained in process industries.
3
Fault Diagnosis and Continuous Improvement Techniques in Process Industry Operations
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of fault diagnosis in process industry operations.2.
- Understand tools and techniques used for fault diagnosis.3.
- Understand the importance of continuous improvement in process industry operations.4.
- Understand how continuous improvement techniques are used to enhance operational efficiency and maintain quality.5.
- Understand the role of data in fault diagnosis and continuous improvement.6.
- Understand the impact of fault diagnosis and continuous improvement on operational safety, quality, and efficiency.
4
Fundamentals of Process Industry Manufacturing Operations
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about different products, environments and types of customers in the process industry manufacturing sector.2.
- Understand their own role within the process industry manufacturing environment including problem solving and appropriate escalation procedures.3.
- Know effective planning, prioritising and time management techniques.4.
- Understand the use of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Safe Working Practices (SWPs) and how to adhere to them.5.
- Understand the importance of Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs) for ensuring quality in manufacturing processes.6.
- Understand the importance of adhering to quality standards during process manufacturing.7.
- Understand the purpose and basic operation of common equipment in process industry manufacturing.8.
- Understand different types of water and water uses in and around a process industry manufacturing plant.9.
- Understand the principles and processes used within process industry manufacturing.
5
Fundamentals of Scientific and Mathematical Principles in Process Industry Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to undertake a range of basic calculations used and required in process industry manufacturing, and their applications.2.
- Understand different thermal and flow properties of solids, liquids and gasses.3.
- Understand the structure and representation of atoms, elements and compounds used in process industry manufacturing.4.
- Understand how different solutions used in process industry manufacturing behave under different conditions.5.
- Understand the structure and properties of different carbon compounds and polymers used in process industry manufacturing.6.
- Understand standard conventions for technical drawings, including graphical information and process diagrams.
6
Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of heat transfer and their impact on heating and cooling processes within the process industry.2.
- Understand the principles of fluid flow.3.
- Understand the impact of thermal and flow properties on process efficiency and product quality.
7
Information Technology and Data Security in Process Industry Operations
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of IT systems in process industry operations.2.
- Understand common cybersecurity threats to industrial IT systems.3.
- Understand the principles of data security in the process industry.4.
- Understand regulatory requirements related to IT and data security in the process industry.5.
- Understand the impact of technological developments on process industry operations and data security in the process industry.
8
Maintaining Quality and Control in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the function, components, and role of process control systems in process industry manufacturing.
- Understand documentation requirements in process manufacturing.3.
- Understand documentation control in process manufacturing.4.
- Understand laboratory procedures and their role in quality control and product integrity.5.
- Understand the purpose, practices and implications of calibration in quality control.
- Understand representative sampling and common methods of analysis in process manufacturing.
- Understand the role of customer feedback, audits, and corrective actions in assessing and improving quality performance.
- Understand how effective stock control can support the provision of high-performance process manufacturing.
9
Plant and Equipment Operations in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand task requirements and effectively plan and organise resources for task completion.2.
- Be able to recognise hazards and mitigate risks.3.
- Be able to apply health, safety, environmental, emergency and security procedures.4.
- Be able to operate equipment and monitor processes.5.
- Be able to conduct shutdown and handover procedures.6.
- Be able to perform quality assurance tasks effectively in accordance with organisational procedures.7.
- Be able to take personal responsibility within the Process Industry Manufacturing Technician role.
10
Plant Maintenance and Decommissioning in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to isolate processes and systems.2.
- Be able to prepare equipment and conduct maintenance activities.3.
- Be able to complete de-isolation and pre-start-up activities.4.
- Be able to restart operations.
11
Principles of Health, Safety and the Environment in Process Industry Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Know health and safety regulations, standards, approved codes of practice (ACOPs) and guidance relevant to process industry manufacturing.2.
- Understand common workplace policies, procedures and practices in relation to the application of health and safety law, regulations, Approved Codes of Practice (ACOPs), standards and guidance relevant to process industry manufacturing.3.
- Understand own responsibilities in relation to health and safety regulations, standards and guidance within the workplace.4.
- Understand environmental regulations, environmental hazards and hierarchy of control that can arise from within process industry manufacturing.
12
Professional Communications and Development in the Process Manufacturing Industry
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to utilise digital tools.2. Be able collaborate and develop professionally.
13
The Principles and Processes of Separation in Process Industry Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles and process of distillation and its applications in process industry manufacturing.2.
- Understand the drying processes used in process industry manufacturing.3.
- Understand the process of crystallisation and its application in process industry manufacturing.4.
- Understand methods for separating insoluble solids from liquids and its application in process industry manufacturing.
14
Water Utilisation and Purification in Process Industry Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the methods for water purification in process industry manufacturing.2.
- Understand how mineral content and purity levels of water affect process efficiency and suitability in manufacturing.3.
- Understand the significance and management of water as a resource in process industry manufacturing.4.
- Understand how steam is generated and utilised in process manufacturing.
15
Work Effectively both Individually and as Part of a Team
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the use of different communication methods within the workplace.
- Understand the principles of effective team
- Know how to adapt to changing work requests and priorities.4.
- Understand the importance of self-development.5.
- Understand the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
16
Working in Accordance with Health, Safety and Environmental Best Practices in Process Manufacturing
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the impact of health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance on process manufacturing.
- Understand methods used to manage risks and hazards in process industry manufacturing.
- Understand the purpose and application of health and safety management systems in process manufacturing.
- Understand the principles and importance of emergency procedures in process manufacturing.
- Understand environmental regulations and management systems relevant to process manufacturing.
- Understand the principles of sustainability and circular economy in process manufacturing.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/5849/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- SIAS
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2025