T Levels focus on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships. Each T Level includes an in-depth industry placement that lasts at least 45 days. Students get valuable experience in the workplace; employers get early sight of the new talent in their industry.
K1: understanding the importance of complying with statutory, quality, organisational and health and safety regulations
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K2: understanding of general engineering/manufacturing mathematical and scientific principles, methods, techniques, graphical expressions, symbols formulae and calculations used by engineering technicians
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K3: understanding the structure, properties and characteristics of common materials used in the sector
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K4: understanding the typical problems that may arise within their normal work activities/environment
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K5: understanding approved diagnostic methods and techniques used to help solve engineering/manufacturing problems
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K6: understanding the importance of only using current approved processes, procedures, documentation and the potential implications for the organisation if this is not adhered to
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K7: understanding and interpreting relevant engineering/manufacturing data and documentation in order to complete their job role
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K8: understanding the different roles and functions in the organisation and how they interact.
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K9: understanding why it is important for an organisation to continually review their processes and procedures
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K10: understand mathematical techniques, algebraic expressions, formulae and calculation applied to the theory of flight, aerodynamics and aviation manufacturing processes
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K11: understand the structure, properties and characteristics of materials used in the construction of aero components, sub-assemblies and whole structures
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K12: understand the fundamentals of electrical, electronic and fluid power theory
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S1: obtaining, checking and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation)
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S2: working safely at all times, complying with health, safety and environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements
planning and where applicable obtaining all the resources required to undertake the work activity
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S3: undertaking the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment
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S4: carrying out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment
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S5: dealing promptly and effectively with engineering/manufacturing problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel
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S6: completing any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity
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S7: restoring the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location
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S8: read and interpret relevant data and documentation used to manufacture aerospace components/systems
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S9: assemble and disassemble aerospace mechanical components, sub-assemblies and whole systems (new and in service) as required
measure and mark out of materials to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes
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S10: precision drilling and finishing of holes in aircraft assemblies
use mechanical and or electrical/electronic measuring and or test equipment used on aircraft assemblies and systems
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S11: apply assembly techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, welding and bonding techniques)
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S12: use sealing and jointing techniques: use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials
contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
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B1: Personal responsibility, resilience and ethics. Comply with health and safety guidance and procedures, be disciplined and have a responsible approach to risk, work diligently at all times, accept responsibility for managing time and workload and stay motivated and committed when facing challenges. Comply with any organisational policies/codes of conduct in relation to ethical compliance
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B2: Work effectively in teams. Integrate with the team, support other people, consider implications of their actions on other people and the business
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B3: Effective communication and interpersonal skills. open and honest communicator, communicating clearly using appropriate methods, listening to others and have a positive and respectful attitude
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B4: Focus on quality and problem solving. Follow instructions and guidance, demonstrates attention to detail, follow a logical approach to problem solving and seek opportunities to improve quality, speed and efficiency
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B5: Continuous personal development. Reflect on skills, knowledge and behaviours and seeks opportunities to develop, adapt to different situations, environments or technologies and have a positive attitude to feedback and advice
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Awarding organisation: City & Guilds
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