Materials process engineer - Brazing
Plant and process engineer · Professional · Engineering, manufacturing, process and control
The official framework — 55 requirements.
Every Knowledge, Skill and Behaviour below is the verbatim regulatory text of the Materials process engineer (degree) apprenticeship standard (v1.1). On EngTree, each one becomes a node — verified knowledge entries, training modules and End-Point Assessment evidence all map back to it. This standard has options — requirements marked with an option name apply to that pathway only.
Knowledge (32)
What the apprentice must understand
- K30
Fundamentals of brazing processes and technology
Brazing - K26
Fundamentals of casting process and technology
Casting - K28
Fundamentals of coating processes and technology
Coatings - K1
Theories of team working
- K2
Principles of programme management
- K3
Understanding the importance of conflict management
- K4
Risk management theories and practice
- K5
Principles of Quality Management Systems and implementation in factory environments
- K6
New product introduction and technology management - theory
- K7
Importance of design for manufacture and assembly
- K8
Principles and practices of engineering standards
- K9
Principles of process risk management including Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
- K10
Principles of Stakeholder management
- K11
Importance of working within a regulatory framework
- K12
Importance of Intellectual Property, Patents and Export Control
- K13
The function of Quality Techniques Systems and Standards
- K14
The principles of statistical process control and application techniques (e.g PFMEA)
- K15
Change management principles
- K16
Principles and practices of knowledge based systems
- K17
Principles of Lean Manufacturing
- K18
Cost based engineering (including estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, investment appraisal and risk analysis)
- K19
Principles of Operations management
- K20
Principles of Leadership in Operations Management
- K21
Principles of Supply Chain Management
- K22
Principles of Asset Management
- K23
The principles of effective presentations (including planning, structuring, how and when to engage with the audience,using visual aids, presenting data)
- K24
Art of technical report writing
- K25
Principles of mentoring people
- K27
Fundamentals of the product life cycle
- K31
Fundamentals of heat treatment processes and technology
Heat Treatment - K32
Fundamentals of surface treatment processes and technology
Surface Treatment - K29
Fundamentals of welding processes and technology
Welding
Skills (17)
What the apprentice must be able to do
- S16
Correct use of specialist equipment and process knowledge
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - S17
Correct use of product life cycle concepts
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - S1
Work within a team environment. This may include acting as a team leader with people management skills. They undertake risk analysis and problem solving on behalf of the team.
- S2
Communicate and present information appropriately and effectively taking account of target audience
- S3
Apply appropriate programme management tools. Typically this would include a RACI chart, Project Plans, Load and Capacity analysis and cost analysis.
- S4
Actively listen and explain clearly and appropriately to target audience
- S5
Mentor and support others using coaching skills and actively support continuous professional development.
- S6
Use Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis tool kit appropriately
- S7
Operate and control process equipment using continuous improvement methodologies
- S8
Apply process control procedures correctly and effectively
- S9
Apply appropriate negotiation techniques effectively
- S10
Make appropriate use of statistical tools eg Minitab, excel, DMAIC
- S11
Make appropriate use of problem solving tools eg 8D, 5 whys
- S12
Apply change control tools and practices
- S13
Apply risk management tools and techniques
- S14
Demonstrate correct application of Value Stream Mapping tools
- S15
Apply production control methods eg planning and project management
Behaviours (6)
How the apprentice must conduct themselves
- B1
Working collaboratively - is comfortable in working in teams and being a team leader to agreed goals
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - B2
Professional Commitment - Commitment to corporate values and behaviours through the demonstrating a personal , ethical and professional commitment to society, their profession and the environment, adopting a set of values and behaviours that will maintain and enhance the reputation of the profession as well as their organisation
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - B3
Commitment to leadership - Taking personal responsibility for their actions, managing projects including resource management within their remit and able to mentor and instruct others in associated standards and best practice
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - B4
Commitment to the profession Contributing proactively to the continuing development of engineering within their domain
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - B5
Curiosity and Innovation Utilising own and others creativity to Improve the industry through embracing new technology and the digital world
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding - B6
System Thinking Seeing whole systems and parts and how they connect recognising interdependencies and integration
Brazing; Casting; Coatings; Heat Treatment; Surface Treatment; Welding
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