Metal Fabricator Level 3 (24/25)
Course Overview
This occupation is found in the advanced manufacturing engineering and engineering construction sectors. The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out metal fabrication work using things such as rolled steel joists, columns, channels, steel plate and metal sheet etc. Work includes manufacturing bridges, oil rigs, ships, petro-chemical installations, cranes, platforms, aircraft, automotive and machinery parts, sheet metal enclosures, equipment supports, and anything that can be fabricated out of metal. Fabricators can work alone or in teams, in factories or on operational sites. Fabricators use a large range of metals including steel, aluminium and titanium at a range of thicknesses from 0.5mm up to over 20mm. The size and weight of the fabrications can range from components that can easily be picked up by hand, to massive structures that require several cranes to manipulate. In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with planners, supervisors, inspectors, designers, welders, pipefitters, fitters, machinists, riggers, steel erectors, stores personnel, painters and many others involved in manufacturing, production, maintenance and repair. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for the quality and accuracy of their own work whilst ensuring it conforms to a relevant specification such as an engineering drawing or an international standard. Fabricators are also responsible for the health, safety and environmental (HS&E) protection of themselves and others around them. Ideal for those with 12 months or more experience working in engineering and welding background , this Level 3 apprenticeship programme is a great opportunity for apprentices that have already completed a Engineering or Welding Level 2 apprenticeship programme or full-time study and would like to further enhance their knowledge and skills. This programme is ideal for young people with work experience right through to mature apprentices wanting to retrain.
What topics are covered?
Legislation and regulations Mathematical and scientific principles Material structure, properties and characteristics Diagnostic methods and techniques Problem solving Processes, procedures, documentation Roles and functions Moving and handling materials Preparing materials Tools, machinery and equipment Allowances Pattern development Cutting and forming techniques Assembly and finishing processes Inspection techniques Influencing factors Principles, procedures and testing Manual and Mechanised joining techniques Consumables Heating and cooling metals Welds and joints
Frequently asked questions
This occupation is found in the advanced manufacturing engineering and engineering construction sectors. The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out metal fabrication work using things such as rolled steel joists, columns, channels, steel plate and metal sheet etc. Work includes manufacturing bridges, oil rigs, ships, petro-chemical installations, cranes, platforms, aircraft, automotive and machinery parts, sheet metal enclosures, equipment supports, and anything that can be fabricated out of metal. Fabricators can work alone or in teams, in factories or on operational sites. Fabricators use a large range of metals including steel, aluminium and titanium at a range of thicknesses from 0.5mm up to over 20mm. The size and weight of the fabrications can range from components that can easily be picked up by hand, to massive structures that require several cranes to manipulate. In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with planners, supervisors, inspectors, designers, welders, pipefitters, fitters, machinists, riggers, steel erectors, stores personnel, painters and many others involved in manufacturing, production, maintenance and repair. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for the quality and accuracy of their own work whilst ensuring it conforms to a relevant specification such as an engineering drawing or an international standard. Fabricators are also responsible for the health, safety and environmental (HS&E) protection of themselves and others around them. Ideal for those with 12 months or more experience working in engineering and welding background , this Level 3 apprenticeship programme is a great opportunity for apprentices that have already completed a Engineering or Welding Level 2 apprenticeship programme or full-time study and would like to further enhance their knowledge and skills. This programme is ideal for young people with work experience right through to mature apprentices wanting to retrain.
Apprentices without level 2 (GCSE 4/C) in English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior starting the apprenticeship programme.
Apprenticeship Standard Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Membership to the Welding Institute at Engineering Technician Level
Classroom and work based teaching and assessment to monitor, knowledge, skills and behaviours to ensure industry competencies.
Plate/Pipe Welder Level 3