Apprenticeship training course

Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2)

Undertaking the testing, fault diagnosis and maintenance of electrical, mechanical and fluid power equipment on ships and submarines.

Qualification level: 2
Equivalent to GCSE.
Typical duration: 18 months
Apprenticeship category: Engineering and manufacturing
Maximum funding: £12,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training.
Also known as: Marine Engineer

Motorman/ Motorhand

Weapons Engineer
Skills: Skills an apprentice will learn

Comply with quality, safety, health and environmental regulations.

Read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the operation and maintenance procedures.

Use hand and power tools to measure, mark out, cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.

Assembly, removal, maintenance and overhaul components, equipment and systems.

Apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, terminations, connectors, seals, gaskets, and jointing materials).

Undertake testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on components, equipment and systems, making adjustments where applicable

Comply with correct entry procedures and precautions for confined spaces.

Full information on Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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