Modern Apprenticeship
Engineering: Manufacturing and Fabrication
Develop advanced manufacturing and fabrication skills like welding, machining, and assembly through a comprehensive apprenticeship program
What is Engineering: Manufacturing and Fabrication?
This pathway equips apprentices with skills to excel in precision manufacturing. Focusing on cutting, shaping, assembling, and finishing materials, this program combines traditional techniques with advanced technologies.
Apprentices master skills from welding, machining, and/or fabrication processes while understanding quality control and safety standards. They also develop problem-solving abilities to adapt to evolving industry challenges.
This pathway supports industries such as aerospace, manufacturing, and defence. ensuring apprentices are prepared for modern demands.
Information for Apprentices
Typical minimum entry requirements
- Three National 5s, or equivalent, including Mathematics*, English, and a science or technical subject; OR
- National Qualification at SCQF level 5 in Engineering
What will I earn?
- EKGTA do not pay your salary, this varies by employer. You will earn at least the National Minimum Wage for apprentices.
How long does it take?
- Modern Apprenticeships are competency-based qualifications, but will typically last around four years.
More information for candidates can be found here:
*Application of Maths/Lifeskills Mathematics are generally not considered.
Information for Employers
How can you support How will EKGTA support us?
- We can support you during the full process from recruitment, to foundational training, and continual assessment and monitoring once your apprentice is back at company.
Can I customise the training?
- The apprenticeship can be fully tailored to your needs at every stage.
What does it cost? Is funding available?
- Costs vary by requirements but can be subsidised by Skills Development Scotland depending on the age of the candidate.
Who pays the apprentice?
- The apprentice is paid by your company, like any other employee.
More information for employers can be found here:
What does it involve?
Vocational Training
A 20-week training block, developing essential skills like safety compliance, manufacturing skills, and efficient working practices.
Three mandatory units and five optional units ensure the training is tailored to the chosen pathway, covering areas such as CNC machining, welding techniques, and mechanical assembly.
Delivered in our state-of-the-art workshop, this phase provides practical experience using modern equipment, preparing for roles in manufacturing and fabrication.
Academic Qualification
Delivered in The Academy over 20 weeks, apprentices gain foundational knowledge in systems principles, measurement techniques, and IT applications to deepen engineering knowledge.
Apprentices also learn communication and mathematical skills, essential for problem-solving and professional interactions.
This stage ensures apprentices are well-equipped to combine technical precision with theory and innovative problem-solving.
Advanced Certification
After the core 40-week program, apprentices return to the workplace where they refine the technical skills relevant to their career path.
A portfolio showcases their technical achievements and professional growth in manufacturing disciplines, along with meta-skills including critical thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, and creativity.
Achieving the Diploma at SCQF Level 7 signifies readiness for specialised roles in manufacturing and/or fabrication.
Scottish Vocational Qualification
SVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations at SCQF Level 5
National Certificate (NC)
National Certificate in Engineering Systems at SCQF Level 7.
EAL Diploma
Engineering: Manufacturing and Fabrication at SCQF Level 7.
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