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Qualification
Qualification Number
501/0632/6
Title
Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support (QCF)
Awarding Organisation
Fees Price List Url
Qualification Type
QCF
Qualification Sub Type
None
Qualification Level
Level 3
Qualification Sub Level
None
EQF Level
Level 4
Regulation Start Date
01-Aug-2010
Operational Start Date
01-Aug-2010
Operational End Date
Certification End Date
Offered In England
Yes
Offered In Wales
Yes
Offered In Northern Ireland
Yes
Assessment Language In English
Yes
Assessment Language In Welsh
No
Assessment Language In Irish
No
SSA
4.1 Engineering
Purpose
D. Confirm occupational competence and/or 'licence to practice'
Sub Purpose
D1. Confirm competence in an occupational role to the standards required
Total Credits
123
Min Credits at/above Level
113
Minimum Guided Learning Hours
311
Maximum Guided Learning Hours
524
Diploma Guided Learning Hours
311
Barring Classification Code
XA1
Overall Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Portfolio of Evidence
Exemptions
N/A
Structure Requirements
To achieve the Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support (QCF) Learners must complete a minimum of 123 credits. Learners must complete all mandatory units in Group M (15 credits) and then choose one of the following pathways: Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support - Engineering Drawing (QCF) Learners must complete one unit in Group AO for a minimum total of 165 credits. Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support - Quality Control (QCF) Learners must complete one unit in Group BO for a minimum total of 154 credits. Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support - Non-Destructive Testing (QCF) Learners must complete either the units from Group CA or CB, or a minimum of two units in Group CC for a minimum total of 132 credits. Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support - Computer Control Programming (QCF) Learners must complete one unit in Group D1 and one unit in Group D2 for a minimum total of 123 credits. Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support - Technical Services (QCF) Learners must complete the unit in Group EM and a minimum of three units from Group EO* for a minimum total of 134 credits. * A minimum of one unit must be from Optional Group E1. Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Technical Support - Engineering Software Development (QCF) Learners must complete all the units in Group FM and one unit in Group FO for a minimum total of 235 credits.
The awarding organisation states that this qualification is appropriate for use in the following age ranges.
Age Ranges
Pre-16 : No; 16-18 : Yes; 18+ : No; 19+ : Yes
Further information
This does not imply that eligibility for funding has been agreed for these age ranges.
For further information on the funding of 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DFE Section 96 website.
For further information on the funding of 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the SFA website.
For further information on funding in Wales, visit the DAQW website.
For further information on funding in Northern Ireland, visit the DELNI and DENI website.
When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of the legal requirements around activities undertaken by learners of specific ages.
Compound Group
O
Label
O
Name
Overarching group
Group Requirements
Structure Group
Minimum Credit Value
123
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
2
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Unit Group
M
Label
M
Name
Mandatory units (all pathways)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete all units in Group M.
Minimum Credit Value
15
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
35
Unit Credit Value
5
Linked Unit
Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
25
Unit Credit Value
5
Linked Unit
Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
25
Unit Credit Value
5
Compound Group
P
Label
P
Name
Pathways
Group Requirements
Learners must choose one pathway.
Minimum Credit Value
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
1
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Compound Group
A
Label
A
Name
Engineering Drawing (pathway)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete a minimum of one unit in Group AO.
Minimum Credit Value
150
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Pathway Reference
1
Unit Group
AO
Label
AO
Name
Optional units - Engineering Drawing
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
150
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Linked Unit
Producing Engineering Drawings/Models using 3D Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Engineering Drawings/Models using 3D Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Linked Unit
Producing Electrical Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Electrical Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Linked Unit
Producing Electronic Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Electronic Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Linked Unit
Producing Fluid Power Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Fluid Power Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Linked Unit
Producing Engineering Systems/Services Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Engineering Systems/Services Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Linked Unit
Producing Fabrication/Structural Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Fabrication/Structural Engineering Drawings using Computer Aided Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
294
Unit Credit Value
150
Compound Group
B
Label
B
Name
Quality Control (pathway)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete a minimum of one unit in Group BO.
Minimum Credit Value
139
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Pathway Reference
2
Unit Group
BO
Label
BO
Name
Optional units - Quality Control
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
139
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Inspecting Mechanical Products
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting Mechanical Products
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
142
Linked Unit
Inspecting Components using Co-ordinate Measuring Machines _CMM_
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting Components using Co-ordinate Measuring Machines _CMM_
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
140
Linked Unit
Inspecting Fabricated Components and Structures
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting Fabricated Components and Structures
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
142
Linked Unit
Carrying Out Visual Inspection of Welded Fabrications
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Carrying Out Visual Inspection of Welded Fabrications
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
142
Linked Unit
Inspecting and Testing Electrical Products
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting and Testing Electrical Products
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
142
Linked Unit
Inspecting and Testing Electronic Products
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting and Testing Electronic Products
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
142
Linked Unit
Checking and Calibrating Mechanical Inspection Equipment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Checking and Calibrating Mechanical Inspection Equipment
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
139
Linked Unit
Checking and Calibrating Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Checking and Calibrating Electrical and Electronic Test Equipment
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
139
Linked Unit
Checking and Calibrating Process Control Instrumentation
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Checking and Calibrating Process Control Instrumentation
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
287
Unit Credit Value
139
Compound Group
C
Label
C
Name
Non-Destructive Testing (pathway)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete either the units from Group CA or CB, or a minimum of two units in Group CC.
Minimum Credit Value
117
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Pathway Reference
3
Compound Group
C1
Label
C1
Name
Optional units
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Unit Group
CA
Label
CA
Name
Group 1 Optional units (Non-Destructive Testing)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
118
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
91
Unit Credit Value
36
Linked Unit
Inspecting Engineering Products using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting Engineering Products using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
189
Unit Credit Value
82
Unit Group
CB
Label
CB
Name
Group 2 Optional units (Non-Destructive Testing)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
118
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
91
Unit Credit Value
36
Linked Unit
Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
189
Unit Credit Value
82
Unit Group
CC
Label
CC
Name
Group 3 Optional units (Non-Destructive Testing)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
117
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Determining Technical Requirements for Non-Destructive Testing
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Determining Technical Requirements for Non-Destructive Testing
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
168
Unit Credit Value
65
Linked Unit
Specifying Non-Destructive Testing Instructions for Inspection Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Specifying Non-Destructive Testing Instructions for Inspection Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
168
Unit Credit Value
70
Linked Unit
Inspecting Engineering Products by Penetrant Flaw Detection Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting Engineering Products by Penetrant Flaw Detection Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
119
Unit Credit Value
52
Linked Unit
Inspecting Engineering Products by Magnetic Particle Testing
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Inspecting Engineering Products by Magnetic Particle Testing
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
189
Unit Credit Value
82
Linked Unit
Analysing and Interpreting the Results of Radiographic Tests
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Analysing and Interpreting the Results of Radiographic Tests
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
168
Unit Credit Value
70
Compound Group
D
Label
D
Name
Computer Control Programming (pathway)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete a minimum of one unit in Group D1 and a minimum of one unit in Group D2.
Minimum Credit Value
108
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Pathway Reference
4
Unit Group
D1
Label
D1
Name
Group 1 Optional Units (Computer Control Programming)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
24
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Providing Operational Support for Computer Control Programs
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Providing Operational Support for Computer Control Programs
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
54
Linked Unit
Loading and Proving Computer Control Programs
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Loading and Proving Computer Control Programs
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
91
Unit Credit Value
24
Unit Group
D2
Label
D2
Name
Group 2 Optional Units (Computer Control Programming)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
84
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Producing Operating Programs for Co-ordinate Measuring Machines _CMM_
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Operating Programs for Co-ordinate Measuring Machines _CMM_
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for Programmable Logic Controller Equipment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for Programmable Logic Controller Equipment
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Operating Programs for Industrial Robots
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Operating Programs for Industrial Robots
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Laser Profiling Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Laser Profiling Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Fabrication Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Fabrication Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Turning Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Turning Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Milling Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Milling Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Grinding Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Grinding Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Gear Cutting Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Gear Cutting Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Electro-Discharge Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Electro-Discharge Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Boring Machines
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Boring Machines
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Linked Unit
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Machining Centres
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Off-line Programs for NC/CNC Machining Centres
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
231
Unit Credit Value
84
Compound Group
E
Label
E
Name
Technical Services (pathway)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete the unit in Group EM and a minimum of three units from Group E1 or E2* * A minimum of one unit must be from Group E1.
Minimum Credit Value
119
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Pathway Reference
5
Unit Group
EM
Label
EM
Name
Mandatory unit (Technical Services)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete the unit in Group EM.
Minimum Credit Value
40
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Resolving Engineering Problems
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Resolving Engineering Problems
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
96
Unit Credit Value
40
Compound Group
EO
Label
EO
Name
Optional units (Technical Services)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
79
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Unit Group
E1
Label
E1
Name
Group 1 Optional units (Technical Services)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
39
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Planning Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Planning Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Implementing Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Implementing Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Monitoring Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Monitoring Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Producing Technical Information for Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Technical Information for Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Obtaining Resources for Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Obtaining Resources for Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Obtaining and Controlling Materials for Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Obtaining and Controlling Materials for Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Providing Technical Sales and Marketing Support for Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Providing Technical Sales and Marketing Support for Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Implementing Quality Control Systems and Procedures in an Engineering Environment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Implementing Quality Control Systems and Procedures in an Engineering Environment
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Scheduling Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Scheduling Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Determining Engineering Requirements for the Supply of Products or Services
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Determining Engineering Requirements for the Supply of Products or Services
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Carrying Out Condition Monitoring of Engineering Plant and Equipment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Carrying Out Condition Monitoring of Engineering Plant and Equipment
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
81
Unit Credit Value
39
Linked Unit
Carrying Out Fault Diagnosis on Engineering Plant and Equipment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Carrying Out Fault Diagnosis on Engineering Plant and Equipment
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
60
Unit Credit Value
50
Unit Group
E2
Label
E2
Name
Group 2 Optional units (Technical Services)
Group Requirements
Learners may choose units in Group E2.
Minimum Credit Value
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Providing Technical Advice and Guidance on Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Providing Technical Advice and Guidance on Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Carrying Out Project Management of Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Carrying Out Project Management of Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Developing and Maintaining Effective Customer Relationships
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Developing and Maintaining Effective Customer Relationships
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
35
Unit Credit Value
20
Linked Unit
Handing Over and Exchanging Responsibility for Control of Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Handing Over and Exchanging Responsibility for Control of Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
35
Unit Credit Value
20
Linked Unit
Carrying Out Health and Safety Risk Assessments on Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Carrying Out Health and Safety Risk Assessments on Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Producing Contractual Arrangements to Supply or Procure Goods or Services for Engineering Activities
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Contractual Arrangements to Supply or Procure Goods or Services for Engineering Activities
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
106
Unit Credit Value
40
Compound Group
F
Label
F
Name
Engineering Software Development (pathway)
Group Requirements
Learners must complete all the units in Group FM and a minimum of one unit in Group FO.
Minimum Credit Value
220
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Pathway Reference
6
Unit Group
FM
Label
FM
Name
Mandatory units (Engineering Software Development)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
180
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Determining Engineering Software Requirements
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Determining Engineering Software Requirements
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
71
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Producing Engineering Software Design
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Engineering Software Design
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
99
Unit Credit Value
50
Linked Unit
Producing Engineering Software Implementation
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Producing Engineering Software Implementation
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
71
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Testing Engineering Software
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Testing Engineering Software
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
99
Unit Credit Value
50
Unit Group
FO
Label
FO
Name
Optional units (Engineering Software Development)
Group Requirements
Minimum Credit Value
40
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Performing Engineering Software Analysis Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Performing Engineering Software Analysis Techniques
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
99
Unit Credit Value
50
Linked Unit
Measuring Engineering Software Quality
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Measuring Engineering Software Quality
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
71
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Performing Engineering Software Configuration Management
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Performing Engineering Software Configuration Management
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
99
Unit Credit Value
50
Linked Unit
Performing Engineering Software Acquisition
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Performing Engineering Software Acquisition
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
71
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Performing Engineering Software Safety Assessments
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Performing Engineering Software Safety Assessments
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
71
Unit Credit Value
40
Linked Unit
Performing Low Level Programming for Engineering Software
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Performing Low Level Programming for Engineering Software
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
99
Unit Credit Value
50
Linked Unit
Performing Computer System Security Assessments for Engineering Software
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
Title
Performing Computer System Security Assessments for Engineering Software
Organisation Name
Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
71
Unit Credit Value
40
Barred Units
Barred UnitUnit
DescriptionSource UnitTarget Units
Inspecting Engineering Products using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques (H/600/5673)Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities (Y/600/5685)
Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing Activities (T/600/5676)
Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities (Y/600/5685)Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities (L/600/5666)
Inspecting Engineering Products using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques (H/600/5673)
Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities (L/600/5666)Carrying Out Radiographic Testing Activities (Y/600/5685)
Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing Activities (T/600/5676)
Preparing Work Areas for Radiographic Testing Activities (T/600/5676)Preparing Ultrasonic Flaw Detection Equipment for Testing Activities (L/600/5666)
Inspecting Engineering Products using Ultrasonic Testing Techniques (H/600/5673)
Qualification Objectives
ObjectiveResponse
GCSEs priorised to measure school and/or teacher performanceNot Set
Other GCSEsNot Set
Other level 1, 2 and1/2 qualifications used to indicate learners' attainment on completion of compulsory schooling and included in measures of school and/or teacher performanceNot Set
GCEs and ASNot Set
Other level 3 qualifications designed to demonstrate eligibility for progression to higher education and/or used to measure school or college performanceNot Set
ESOL qualifications that are required for citizenshipNot Set
Qualifications that indicate an individual can undertake a specfic role in the workplace and that may be relied upon by employersNot Set
Qualifications that an individual is required by law to have gained in order to undertake a specific roleNot Set
Qualifications taken primarily for growth and enjoymentNot Set
Qualifications that are designed to meet the needs of a named employer or other organisationNot Set
Qualifications that are included within apprenticeships frameworks, including functional skillsNot Set
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