2016-17 CAREERS MANUAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING FOR ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRIES www.fareham.ac.uk
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2 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY Welcome to CEMAST
All Fareham College Automotive, Engineering and Our strong links and partnerships with local, Manufacturing courses are delivered at CEMAST, national and multi-national businesses provide the College’s dedicated campus for Engineering, an excellent foundation from which our students Manufacturing and Advanced Skills Training. can move directly into employment and higher level study after their course. Our links with these The newly developed campus is based on the companies also offer students experience in the Daedalus Airfield in Lee-on-the-Solent and is industry workplace. Many of our students have the central training facility for over 900 full been offered paid employment within their chosen time and part time students. It is also the main profession as businesses are quick to recognise the learning centre for students in engineering and value of their technical knowledge. manufacturing Apprenticeship programmes with our partner companies, which include BAE Systems, GE For those looking to move on to university, we Aviation, Britten-Norman, Bournemouth Avionics, also offer higher level courses, such as the Higher Aerotech, Eaton Aerospace, QinetiQ, Defence National Diploma and Technical Baccalaureate. Munitions, Coopervision, Burgess Marine and Jensen These enriched qualifications offer students an Motorsport. academic edge to enhance their technical studies. Our focus is to provide all the knowledge that you Whether you plan to become an aircraft, marine will need to enter a career in your chosen field of or design engineer or would like to work as a engineering and effectively prepare you for work technician for a Formula One race team, CEMAST and higher study. The CEMAST curriculum has been has the facilities and expertise to get you there. created in partnership with local industry leaders to If you would like further information, help or advice ensure that you gain the most relevant and up-to- about any aspect of CEMAST’s provision, please date industry knowledge. visit www.fareham.ac.uk or contact one of our Studying at CEMAST is an opportunity to develop Student Advisors on 01329 815 200 from the UK, your experience and understanding of technical or on +44 1329 815 200 from all other countries. subjects in an industry-standard environment. A recent investment of over £12 million, has equipped the purpose-built facility with state-of-the-art technology and resources. 3 www.fareham.ac.uk Contents
Why choose CEMAST? 06 New campus. New facilities 07 Which level is right for you? 08 Automotive 10 Engineering 26 Manufacturing 32 Mechanical Engineering 36 Electrical Engineering 40 Aerospace Engineering 46 Marine Engineering 50 Cabin Crew & Aviation Services 54 HNC & HND qualifications 58 Financial support, travel & transport 65 How to apply 68
4 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY Open Events
One of the best ways to find out about CEMAST We offer specific Taster Days for students studying is to come along to an Open Day or Evening – you at the following schools: will have the opportunity to see the outstanding ■■ Bridgemary facilities, meet staff and current students and really ■■ Brune Park get a feel for the training opportunities available at ■■ Brookfield the Centre. ■■ Henry Cort CEMAST OPEN EVENTS ■■ Bay House ■■ Crofton CEMAST, 1 Meteor Way, Broom Way, ■■ Swanmore Lee-on-the-Solent, PO13 9FU ■■ Wildern Saturday 26th September 2015 10am -2pm Please contact us or talk to your teacher if you Thursday 8th October 2015 5pm - 8pm would like further information about your Thursday 26th November 2015 5pm - 8pm school’s Taster Day. Thursday 4th February 2016 5pm - 7pm If you do not attend one of these schools, we Thursday 21st April 2016 5pm - 7pm have a Taster Day on Thusrday 3rd March 2016 TASTER DAYS that you can attend. If you would like to book a place at this event, please contact our Schools If you are in Year 10 or 11 and thinking about what Liaison Team on 01329 815 380 or email to do next after school, our Taster Days are a great [email protected] way for you to discover what life at CEMAST is like and will help you decide which full time course you Please note: If you are currently at school, permission will be should choose. required from your parent/guardian for you to attend the Taster Day and your school should be notified.
5 www.fareham.ac.uk Why choose CEMAST?
Whatever your career aims and goals, CEMAST can help you achieve them. Our selection of Automotive, Engineering and Manufacturing courses have been developed with industry leaders to ensure that our students complete their qualifications whilst obtaining relevant experience and industry-standard knowledge. Past students have gone on to Higher Education, advanced Apprenticeships, employment and self-employment. Together we can ensure you progress in whichever direction suits you.
PROGRESSION THE INFORMATION LEARNING RESOURCES Staff at CEMAST strive to ensure every student CENTRE (ILRC) succeeds. We have excellent links with employers The iLRC provides a wealth of printed, electronic and Higher Education institutions to deliver this. and audio-visual resources. Services available They support our College events and provide Open include book and material loans, assistance with Days and Taster Days for students to experience research, photocopying and sales of essential what life could be like after College. stationery. The iLRC is also a good place to find the latest editions of course-related magazines and Parents are also invited to relevant events, such daily newspapers. as financial advice workshops that provide information about the cost of going to university. The iLRC is equipped with PCs with access to the We run employment preparation workshops, Internet and a range of software including Microsoft liaison events with relevant employers and have an Office and Adobe. Other facilities available include Employment Hub to help match students looking support and assistance with computer accounts, for Apprenticeship or employment opportunities software and hardware queries, scanning, colour with suitable vacancies. printing, and CD/DVD writing. ENRICHMENT CAMPUS WI-FI ACCESS In addition to your main course, there are lots Free Wi-Fi is available across the campus so you’ll of opportunities to participate in extracurricular be able to access the internet via your laptop, tablet activities. This is a fantastic way to meet new or smartphone. people and do something you might not have tried before. It is a great thing to have on your CV EMPLOYMENT SERVICES or UCAS application, as it demonstrates you have Our Employment Services Team is fully committed other interests outside of your core studies. to guide and support you to help you achieve your ultimate goal of securing employment in your Activities include: chosen career. The team can provide advice on all ■■ Sport aspects of employability and work-based learning. ■■ Health and fitness Students can also take part in our CV writing and ■■ Joining the Student Board interview techniques workshops to help prepare for ■■ Duke of Edinburgh Award the world of work. ■■ Trips and visits ■■ Volunteering ADDITIONAL FACILITIES ■■ Seminars and talks There is plenty of seating and work space in our ■■ Gliding bright, airy concourse, providing an inspirational place in which to study in between your lessons. Students are also encouraged to suggest other Our Starbucks café serves a variety of drinks and activities relevant to their courses, so new snacks throughout the day and there are outside Enrichment opportunities are always being added courtyard areas where you can get some fresh air to the current programme. and socialise with friends between lessons – we even have a mini sports pitch! 6 New campus. New facilities
CEMAST provides students with the best possible environment for studying engineering and automotive-based subjects. The campus has been designed around large, fully functional workshops so that you can experience a busy workplace environment and gain an awareness of safety while learning. We have also invested in specialist equipment and technologies you will be likely to use when working in the industry.
AIRCRAFT In addition to the new workshops and engineering equipment, our aerospace students also have access to a full-size Westland Wasp Helicopter and a newly acquired, stripped-down Hunting Jet Provost. These aircraft are used at RAF and MOD training centres and will give experience of working with fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
AUTOMOTIVE Built in collaboration with local companies Jensen Motorsport and Dave Coles, CEMAST is proud to have a fully functional Formula 750 race car within its workshop, offering our automotive students an in-depth knowledge and understanding of specialised race vehicles.
3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY To ensure that our students have access to the latest equipment, CEMAST has also invested in seven 3D printers and a digitizer. Representing a significant advancement in the manufacturing industry, this new technology is a fast and easy tool for making professional-quality models and affords an excellent way to test mechanical systems and produce components.
7 www.fareham.ac.uk Which level is right for you?
Our courses are available at a range of levels, depending on your previous education and experience. For further information about which level will be most suitable for you, please contact our Student Services Team on 01329 815 200.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS You will need to have a good reference from your To study a Level 3 Extended Diploma programme school or previous college and will need to pass you will need five GCSEs at grade A*-C in one an interview. sitting including English and Maths or a Level 2 Diploma with a Merit grade and A*-C in English and WHAT NEXT? Maths. You will need to have a good reference from You could progress onto a Level 2 course or your school or previous college and will need to supported employment. pass an interview. WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE? WHAT NEXT? BTEC Award, Certificate, Level 1 Diploma, Level 1 Progression to a Level 4 course if appropriate, VRQ/NVQ, Level 1 City & Guilds. university or employment. WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE? BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, NVQ Level 3, VRQ, Advanced Apprenticeship.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Five GCSEs at grade A*-D in one sitting including English and Maths or a Level 1 qualification e.g. NVQ with a ‘stepping stone’ English and Maths qualification. You will need to have a good ENTRY REQUIREMENTS reference from your school or previous college and Please see individual course descriptions. will need to pass an interview. If you do not already have A*-C grades in GCSE English and Maths, this WHAT NEXT? will be your target qualification in the first year of University or employment, further specific training the programme in order to progress. or an Apprenticeship. WHAT NEXT? WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE? Progression onto a Level 3 course Foundation Degree, HND, Higher Apprenticeship. or employment. WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE? BTEC Level 2 Diploma, Level 2 NVQ, Level 2 City & Guilds Apprenticeship.
8 TECHNICAL BACCALAUREATE can help you to find a potential Apprenticeship If you are aspiring to a technical or vocational employer through our Employment Hub and career, the Technical Baccalaureate is an enhanced dedicated Employment Services Team and you academic qualification that provides a first-class can also find available vacancies on the official alternative to the more traditional A level route. It Apprenticeship website, www.apprenticeship.org.uk is a qualification that equips you with the technical If you are an employer and are interested in ability employers want, and the high-level skills you employing an Apprentice, or would like information need to compete in the global employment market. about training for your current staff, please contact The Engineering Technical Baccalaureate a member of our Business Development Team on qualification takes place during your normal Level 01329 815 375. 3 study. In addition to the standard units, Technical TRAINEESHIPS Baccalaureate students will also study AS level Traineeships are new programmes for young people Maths and be asked to complete an extended who want to work, but who need extra help to gain project which will develop and assess skills in an Apprenticeship or job. Traineeships provide the extended writing, communication, research, self- opportunity to develop the skills and workplace discipline and self-motivation. Students studying experience that employers require. a Technical Baccalaureate Level 3 rather than a standard Level 3 will also be required to undertake A Traineeship programme is designed to fit an extended work placement, usually during the individual learner needs, and will last for a maximum second year of the course. of six months when there is an expectation that the trainee will move onto either an Apprenticeship or Students who achieve the Technical Baccalaureate employment. will have a set of qualifications that will give them the academic edge when seeking employment in their field of study, applying for higher ENGLISH & MATHS Apprenticeship programmes or considering If you have not achieved a grade C or above technical courses at university. in English or Maths at GCSE level, you will APPRENTICESHIPS automatically be required to work towards these qualifications at College. English and Maths are An Apprenticeship is a real job with training. essential for virtually every career path or further Apprentices earn and learn at the same time, gaining training opportunity you may wish to pursue, so it is hands-on experience, new skills and knowledge very important that you work hard to secure these in the workplace and at CEMAST. To start an core qualifications. Apprenticeship, the first step is to find an employer who is willing to employ you as an apprentice. We
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IF YOU’RE A PRACTICAL, HANDS-ON SORT OF PERSON WITH A PASSION FOR MOTOR VEHICLES, AN AUTOMOTIVE COURSE COULD BE JUST WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR.
10 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMOTIVE at CEMAST
11 www.fareham.ac.uk Automotive
Training in an automotive field will give you CAREER POTENTIAL the skills you need to enter a diverse and varied Having gained an automotive qualification, there are industry. Our tutors are vocational experts and a number of different sectors of the UK automotive use their vast industry experience to motivate and industry you could work in, from the conceptual support students to achieve. The experience you design of next-generation vehicles, engineering and gain in our comprehensive training workshops and manufacturing new technology and systems, right facilities will equip you with the understanding, through to repairing and maintaining components knowledge and practical expertise needed to start a for customers. career in any part of the automotive industry. You could specialise in auto repair, which is We offer qualifications at a range of levels, perhaps the most visible and in-demand of all the in the areas of: automotive services, as any individual, business or ■■ Automotive engineering organisation that owns or operates vehicles will ■■ Auto repair need routine maintenance and specialist knowledge. ■■ Motorsport Careers will focus on the upkeep, maintenance and repair of all manner of vehicles. There are also opportunities to enter the high- octane world of motorsport, working with high-performance vehicles in a range of mechanical UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT or developmental roles. A full CEMAST uniform and protective clothing must be worn by students studying at CEMAST. This will include overalls, steel toe cap safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt, and these items will be available for students to order at discounted prices.
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HNC/HND EMPLOYMENT APPRENTICESHIP
12 Case study: Dean Legg, Mechanic AUTOMOTIVE at HAS Garage in Fareham
Dean, a former Henry Cort School student, decided he wanted to be a mechanic while he was at school, when, as well as restoring vintage cars in his spare time, he was given the opportunity to spend one day a week at Fareham College on an introductory mechanics course. This inspired him to go on to study Motor Vehicle Engineering at Fareham College after leaving school. He now works as a mechanic at HAS Garage in Fareham, carrying out car services, MOTs and repairs. He also teaches mechanic apprentices, passing down the knowledge that his College training gave to him. Dean’s role also includes day-to-day administration such as producing estimates and invoices, which are essential to the smooth running of the garage. Dean says: “I really enjoyed the course as it was very practical and I was able to learn as if I were in a real garage, working on cars and getting involved as a mechanic would. I would advise anyone interested in studying the automotive course just to ‘go for it!’ You feel a real sense of accomplishment with every vehicle you work on and it is a very rewarding career; I hope to progress to managerial level, or eventually, even own my own garage.”
13 www.fareham.ac.uk Automotive qualifications
Getting skilled in this field will give you the start you need in a trade that is always in high demand. Our Foundation and Level 1 courses are ideal if you are looking to enter the automotive industry but have little experience, or are unsure about which area you might like to pursue.
14 FOUNDATION LEVEL CERTIFICATE IN LEVEL 1 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINEERING MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINEERING AUTOMOTIVE IMIAL Entry Level 3 Diploma for the IMI Diploma in Vehicle Systems Maintenance Introduction to Vehicle Technology DURATION: DURATION: One year One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Successful interview. You must be committed and Successful interview. You must be committed and prepared to work hard and have achieved English prepared to work hard and have achieved English and Maths at EL3 or above. and Maths at EL1 or above. COURSE DETAILS: COURSE DETAILS: This course provides you with a sound preparation If you are just starting out in your career and have for a career in the motor vehicle industry. The no previous knowledge or experience, this course course includes: is a good place to begin. It is especially aimed at ■■ Engine mechanical systems students for whom a traditional examination may ■■ Cooling systems not be appropriate. ■■ Fuel and exhaust systems This entry-level qualification provides the basic ■■ Spark ignition systems knowledge and skills needed for progression on to ■■ Electrical systems our Level 1 and then to our Level 2 courses. Units ■■ Braking systems will include the following: ■■ Transmission systems ■■ Steering and suspension ■■ Workshop safety ■■ Wheels and tyres ■■ The retail automotive maintenance ■■ Hand skills and manufacturing techniques and repair industry ■■ Workshop tools and equipment The course will also cover all the health and safety ■■ Engine components aspects involved in the maintenance of light ■■ Steering and suspension systems vehicles. ■■ Body repair processes You will be encouraged to find a work placement ■■ Component fitting to gain garage experience one day a week. ■■ Cooling and lubrication systems ■■ Wheel and tyre checks NEXT STEPS: ■■ Routine vehicle checks ■■ Vehicle valeting Students will be interviewed for suitability to ■■ Light vehicle construction progress to Level 2 or an Apprenticeship. You could find a junior trainee position in a garage or Students will focus on these specialist topics, but auto repair workshop, in agricultural machinery help with literacy, numeracy or language skills will repair/maintenance, or the Armed Forces also be offered. (transport). Many students choose to study a Level 2 qualification before working in a NEXT STEPS: garage full time. On completion of this course, you can progress to a Level 1 course.
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As vehicles feature in almost all aspects of life, the qualifications we offer will help students find work in private and public businesses, in the Armed Forces, transport and agriculture services and many other sectors. Experience and knowledge in auto repair is valuable all over the world.
An auto repair qualification could lead you to careers including:
■■ Mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) technician ■■ Heavy goods vehicle (HGV) mechanic ■■ Bodyshop fitter ■■ Workshop manager ■■ Vehicle estimator ■■ Automotive mechanic ■■ Damage assessor ■■ Vehicle preparation technician ■■ Roadside mechanic
16 LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING AUTOMOTIVE IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles DURATION: One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade D or above. Level 1 Motor Vehicle qualification or equivalent experience and knowledge. COURSE DETAILS: Following this course, you will be prepared for a career in the motor vehicle industry. The course covers a range of skills and knowledge including:
■■ Maintaining positive working relationships ■■ Routine vehicle maintenance ■■ Removing and replacing i. Engine units and components ii. Auxiliary electrical units and components iii. Chassis units and components ■■ Pre and post-work vehicle inspections You will be encouraged to find a work placement to gain garage experience one day a week.
NEXT STEPS: On completion of the Level 2 course, you will be interviewed and assessed for suitability to progress to Level 3. You could also continue studying on an Apprenticeship scheme, or go straight in to employment as a mechanic in a garage or auto repair workshop, in agricultural machinery repair/maintenance, the Armed Forces (transport) or roadside recovery office.
17 www.fareham.ac.uk Auto Engineering qualifications Automotive engineering looks at the design, development and production of motor vehicles, turning the initial idea into a final model on the showroom floor. The UK is home to assembly plants for many international car manufacturers such as Ford, Bentley, Honda, Jaguar and Rolls-Royce with the automotive engineering sector currently offering over 150,000 jobs.
CEMAST has excellent links with local businesses and training providers where our students can take the first step of their career in roles including:
■■ Design engineer ■■ Electronics engineer ■■ Quality control inspector ■■ Engineering craft machinist ■■ Laboratory technician ■■ Manufacturing production manager ■■ Component designer ■■ Computer aided design (CAD) technician ■■ Simulation tester
18 LEVEL 3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING AUTOMOTIVE IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Principles DURATION: One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths and English. Students must have a Level 2 qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and pass an entrance examination. COURSE DETAILS: This qualification is the final step towards becoming a qualified mechanic with Level 3 technical certification, opening doors to a range of employment opportunities in the auto engineering industry. The course units cover all the skills and knowledge required to:
■■ Diagnose and rectify vehicle engine system and component faults ■■ Inspect vehicles ■■ Diagnose and rectify vehicle chassis systems and component faults ■■ Diagnose and rectify auxiliary equipment electrical faults ■■ Diagnose and rectify transmission faults The course also involves topics such as materials fabrication and job roles in the automotive engineering work environment. You will study both the theory and practical aspects of light vehicle maintenance including health and safety and other skills associated with working in a garage or main dealership.
NEXT STEPS: Students completing this course will have broad skills and knowledge about motor vehicles and could gain employment in a garage, in accident repair or with a vehicle and parts retailer. Those looking to further their knowledge could study a HNC or HND while in an Apprenticeship scheme.
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Dave Coles was founded in June 1997 as a mobile mechanic service. By 2001 it had set up permanent residence in Elmhurst Business Park. Since then it has expanded in size and staff numbers and is now incorporated as Dave Coles Garage Gosport Ltd, offering a wide range of automotive services, including MOT testing, servicing, diagnostics, repairs and air conditioning. Seeing the benefit of taking on apprentice mechanics, Dave Coles Garage has built strong and lasting links with Fareham College and CEMAST as the main training provider for their Apprenticeship programmes, ensuring that its workforce has all the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a busy garage environment. “All of our technicians, including myself, have trained, or are currently training with CEMAST,” says Dave Coles, Company Director. “Their courses are thorough and allow all technicians to learn and bring their knowledge to the workplace, where they further themselves. We have had an excellent partnership with CEMAST and they will always listen to the needs of the employer.”
20 AUTOMOTIVE 21 www.fareham.ac.uk Motorsport qualifications The UK is currently a World Centre for Excellence in the motorsport industry; the UK sector comprises approximately 4,500 companies and boasts an annual turnover of £6 billion, adding significant value to the economy. It supports 38,500 full and part time jobs, of which 25,000 are qualified engineer roles. In Formula One - the technological pinnacle of world motorsport - all but three of the constructors are based in this country.
If you are considering a career in the high- ■■ Technical Advisor octane world of motorsport then CEMAST is the ■■ Pit Crew Mechanic ideal starting line. With links to local racetrack ■■ High Performance Engine Technician veterans Jensen Motorsports, our qualified ■■ Software/Controls Engineer students leave CEMAST with an excellent ■■ Stress Engineer understanding of the industry and a solid base of ■■ Composite Assembly Technicians experience, with many of our students having the ■■ Systems Technician opportunity to work with real race companies ■■ Structural Analyst and crews during their course, and progressing to ■■ Aerodynamicist work in roles including: ■■ Diesel Engine Mechanic ■■ Automotive Electrician
22 LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN MOTORSPORT LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN MOTORSPORT VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR AUTOMOTIVE DURATION: DURATION: One year One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade D or above. Level 1 Motor Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths and Vehicle qualification or equivalent experience and English. Level 1 or 2 Motor Vehicle qualification. knowledge. COURSE DETAILS: COURSE DETAILS: This course will enable students to develop their This qualification is aimed at enthusiastic knowledge to diagnose complex problems and students who wish to develop their knowledge repair motorsport vehicles. The qualification and understanding of the requirements of an includes the understanding of materials, automotive technician within the motorsport, fabrication, tools and measuring, with units in performance road and/or retail motor industries. the following areas: You will gain an understanding of materials, fabrication, tools and measuring and complete units ■■ Event regulations including: ■■ Setting up motorsport vehicles ■■ Inspecting a motorsport vehicle during ■■ Event regulations competitions ■■ Engine mechanical, lubrication and cooling ■■ Diagnosis and rectification of engine ancillary system units and components components ■■ Fuel, ignition, air and exhaust system units ■■ Diagnosis and rectification of transmission and components and driveline faults ■■ Inspection of competition vehicles ■■ Diagnosis and rectification of chassis ■■ Removal and replacement of chassis units and system faults components All learners will receive a broad knowledge of ■■ Removal and replacement of electrical units and components health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in the motorsport industry. ■■ Removal and replacement of transmission, driveline and components You will also have the opportunity to study additional specialist units to gain further knowledge All learners will receive a broad knowledge of relating to motorsport maintenance and repair. health and safety in the workplace and other skills associated with working in the motorsport industry. Assessment will be through a combination of You will also have the opportunity to study practical assessments, online and written additional specialist units to gain further knowledge knowledge tests. relating to motorsport maintenance and repair. NEXT STEPS: Assessment will be through a combination of On completion of this qualification you will be practical assessments, online and written knowledge ready to find a job as a mechanic or technician tests. with a race team, or in another area of the NEXT STEPS: automotive industry. You can progress on to a Level 3 qualification, You could also continue your training as a Higher Apprenticeship, or employment within the Apprentice or at university to achieve a HNC, industry. HND or degree.
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Jensen Motorsport has been involved in the motorsport industry for over 20 years and in that time has built and competed racing cars in many different disciplines including stock cars, Formula Ford, Formula Vauxhall, Formula Renault, Formula 3, Britcar Endurance and the British GT championship. They now specialise in running their own GT race team which competes at circuits such as Silverstone, Donnington and Brands Hatch. Jensen also assists many customers with their car builds and running their race cars for them. At their Gosport facility, they can cater for road cars of any manufacturer, whether for a full rebuild, respray, repairs, MOT or service. Working closely with customers, they ensure they get the most potential from their racing and also operate their own fleet of motorsport support vehicles to collect cars and transport them to and from workshops and race meetings. Although based in Fareham, Jensen Motorsport competes all over the UK and Europe and sees its future mainly in the competitive arena, as well as developing Race and Track Day car build programmes. Jensen Lunn, Team Principal at Jensen Motorsport, says: “We currently have two ex-students who work on our racing team; both have shown an excellent start to their careers with us. We have, as with any potential motorsport employer, always looked for experience in any candidate for a vacancy as our industry is so unique, but now we look for a good training and accreditation such as that provided by CEMAST.”
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CEMAST Motorsport Team CEMAST is proud to have its own race car, a prototype formula car which competes in races at some of the country’s most iconic race tracks, including Brands Hatch and Silverstone. All students enrolled on motorsport and other courses at CEMAST will have the opportunity to get involved with the race car to design different parts and modifications, tune and set it up for races, and become part of the pit crew at race events.
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ENGINEERING IS A BROAD AND EXPANDING SECTOR; STUDYING FOR A QUALIFICATION IN THIS AREA MEANS YOU HAVE THE CHANCE TO SPECIALISE IN SOME OF TODAY’S MOST EXCITING AND DYNAMIC FIELDS, WITH CAREER PROSPECTS TO MATCH.
26 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY ENGINEERING ENGINEERING at CEMAST
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Do you get a buzz out of creating or fixing things? CAREER POTENTIAL Are you a practical person who is always trying CEMAST engineering courses are designed to give to find out how things work? Whether you see you a broad overview and introduction to the basic yourself as a budding electrician, aero or marine skills required, while providing a detailed look at engineer, or are interested in new product design, specific job roles. our courses will set you up for an exciting career within the engineering sector. Becoming an engineer is a highly rewarding career path due to the variety of roles and projects available. The qualifications CEMAST students can achieve will help put them on their way to a great career, with opportunities to work all over the world.
UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT A full CEMAST uniform and safety equipment must be purchased by new students when they join. This will include overalls, steel toe cap safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt to be worn when on campus.
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L3 QUALIFICATION EMPLOYMENT APPRENTICESHIP
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29 www.fareham.ac.uk Engineering qualifications
Our Level 1 and 2 qualifications are ideal if you are looking to enter the engineering industry but have little experience, or are unsure about which career you might like to pursue. These qualifications will give you a grounding in basic engineering principles, allowing for progression to more specialised areas of study.
Achieving a qualification in this area could help you progress on to a variety of engineering roles, such as:
■■ Electrical engineer ■■ Engineering technician ■■ Electronics assembler ■■ Engineering maintenance fitter
30 LEVEL 1 FOUNDATION LEVEL CERTIFICATE LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN MANUFACTURING IN MANUFACTURING EAL NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering ENGINEERING EAL NVQ Certificate in Performing Engineering Operations (QCF) Operations (QCF) DURATION: DURATION: One year One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade D or above. Subject to interview. COURSE DETAILS: COURSE DETAILS: Although it covers topics similar to those studied This course will provide you with an introduction on the NVQ Level 1, this course will teach more to the knowledge and practical skills required by an advanced engineering techniques and challenge you engineering craftsperson or technician. Typically, to a much higher level. more than half of your time in College will be spent The course includes these topics: in our well-equipped workshops where you will follow a programme of practical work. ■■ Health and safety in the workplace ■■ Working efficiently and effectively in engineering The course includes these topics: ■■ Using and communicating technical information ■■ Working safely in an engineering environment ■■ Producing components using hand fitting ■■ Working efficiently and effectively in engineering techniques ■■ Using and communicating technical information ■■ Preparing and using lathes for turning operations ■■ Making components using hand tools and fitting ■■ Preparing and using milling machines techniques ■■ Using lathes for turning operations NEXT STEPS: NEXT STEPS: Most of our students choose to progress On completion of this course you can progress to a Level 3 Engineering course at CEMAST. to Level 2 BTEC First Diploma in Manufacturing. Completing this course will demonstrate You will be also able to apply for a craft or to employers that you have the potential technician Apprenticeship. to successfully follow a craft or technician Apprenticeship.
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Manufacturing is the backbone of the British One of the biggest concerns confronting economy and an industry that is becoming manufacturers everywhere is the availability of increasingly skilled, offering many opportunities relevant education and training. Helping people to develop exciting and varied careers. gain the necessary Apprenticeships and technical qualifications is central to addressing these Manufacturing has traditionally been considered concerns and is a key objective for CEMAST. to be a process that turns raw materials into physical products, but nowadays the physical part If you are considering a career in the manufacturing of production is at the centre of a much wider and production industry, CEMAST will provide you value chain. Manufacturing will continue to become with an excellent grounding. With more than 50 more highly skilled; in the years to 2020 there different companies sending their apprentices to us, will be around 800,000 jobs to fill in Britain as your potential will be unlimited. people retire or leave manufacturing, taking their experience with them. CAREER POTENTIAL After completing a manufacturing course at CEMAST, you could choose from a wide variety of roles, including:
■■ CNC machine operator ■■ Design engineer ■■ Toolmaker UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT ■■ Maintenance engineer A full CEMAST uniform and safety equipment ■■ Production technician must be purchased by new students when they ■■ Craft machinist join. This will include overalls, steel toe cap ■■ Sheet metal worker safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt to ■■ Welder be worn when on campus. ■■ Plant operations technician
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32 LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING (MANUFACTURING) MANUFACTURING EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Technologies DURATION: One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade D or above.
COURSE DETAILS: This course is designed to provide you with a specialist work-related qualification and training in manufacturing engineering. It provides sound preparation for those seeking an Apprenticeship or progression to a higher level course such as the Higher National Diploma. The course is both academic and practical, and taught in well-equipped workshops with a wide range of industry-standard machine tools. You will gain the basic skills and understanding of mechanical engineering. The course includes engineering processes and techniques, working practices and science and Maths for technicians. Assessment is via one external exam and a combination of tests and practical tasks.
. NEXT STEPS: Students who have successfully completed a Level 2 qualification in Manufacturing may wish to expand their knowledge by studying another specialism, such as mechanical or electrical engineering at Level 3. Students can also go on to apply for a Higher Apprenticeship programme.
33 www.fareham.ac.uk Case study: Working with
BAE Systems designs and manufactures naval equipment and services to meet customers’ rapidly evolving needs. Its breadth of capability covers the full range of naval platforms, from small boats to offshore patrol vessels, right through to giant aircraft carriers and nuclear powered submarines, as well as state of the art combat systems and equipment to detect, track and destroy threats in the naval environment. BAE Systems is dedicated to providing high quality Apprenticeships because they form a key part of the company’s future skills capability. The programme has been designed in conjunction with CEMAST to recognise and build upon the individual strengths of each student, which provides the pathway to a successful career in engineering. Craig Birchmore is a third-year Engineering Technician Apprentice with BAE Systems. He originally joined Fareham College to study the Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Engineering as it offered progression into the career path he was seeking as
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well as important links into local industry. Upon “Everyone at the company is more than happy to receiving his final grades, his hard work had paid off help out, often going above and beyond to ensure and Craig successfully applied to the BAE Systems you understand what they are doing and different Technical Apprenticeship programme. aspects of the ships. Completing my studies at Fareham College, and now my Apprenticeship Craig says: “I entered the industry with BAE Systems with CEMAST has given me the strong foundation because of the possibility of being involved in large- required to continue with my development and scale projects and high-level engineering. I have career path in the industry.” always wanted to be involved with engineering challenges from the first conceptual ideas, to Nick Sibley, Engineering Director at BAE Systems detailed designing, and right through to the test and Maritime Services, comments on the company’s commissioning of our platforms. strong and highly trusted professional relationship with Fareham College. “Our partnership enables “The Engineering Technician Apprenticeship the delivery of first class training to our young programme at BAE Systems enables me to work in technical engineers,” says Nick. “Fareham College a variety of engineering placements during which and CEMAST’s flexible approach to education I can develop my technical skills. I am keeping an and study has allowed us to develop our bespoke open mind about which engineering discipline I will Apprenticeship programme, and our learners are eventually secure my first substantial role in. I do fully supported during their time at the College know I would like to progress my education further to achieve their full potential as confident and and will hopefully progress on to an engineering competent professional trainee engineers.” degree in the future.
35 www.fareham.ac.uk Mechanical Engineering
The broadest of all engineering disciplines, At CEMAST we are well equipped to teach basic, mechanical engineering is concerned with the intermediate and advanced principles of mechanical construction of machines. Mechanical engineers engineering, with facilities including Computer use physics and mathematics to design and Aided Design (CAD), Computer Numeric Control develop everything from bicycles to factories. (CNC) lathe and milling machines as well as 3D The principles within mechanical engineering are printing resources. Our courses are designed to transferable to many industries such as transport, give students the best chance of entering a suitable aircraft, robotics, weaponry and manufacturing honours degree at university following their plants. qualification. Across the country, many companies are finding it CAREER POTENTIAL difficult to recruit well-trained engineers to become After completing a qualification in this area, part of their workforce. Undertaking training in you could go on to work as a: mechanical engineering will give you the knowledge and skills required to be a great asset to engineering ■■ Composite technician businesses in a range of specialisms. ■■ Mechatronic engineer ■■ Control engineer ■■ Nanotechnologist ■■ Aerospace engineer ■■ Metallurgical engineer UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT ■■ Civil engineer ■■ Chemical engineer A full CEMAST uniform and safety equipment ■■ Petroleum engineer must be purchased by new students when they ■■ Biomedical engineer join. This will include overalls, steel toe cap safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt to be worn when on campus.
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36 The course introduces you to the skills LEVEL 3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN
and knowledge required to progress to an ENGINEERING MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (MECHANICAL) Apprenticeship or further study, such as BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering the HNC/HND or an engineering degree. DURATION: Two years NEXT STEPS: This qualification will demonstrate that you have ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: significant knowledge and skill when working Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths, in a mechanical engineering environment. English and Science, or a Level 2 qualification in Students can advance to an Apprenticeship, Engineering. Higher Education or employment where COURSE DETAILS: specific practical training will be given. Many This course allows you to develop a creative successful students choose to study for a HNC/ approach to analysis and problem solving with HND qualification (see page 60) within an regard to the design, manufacture and maintenance Apprenticeship programme. of mechanical systems. Our workshops are equipped with a wide range of testing equipment, machine tools, new CNC lathe and milling machines, a 3D printer and access to CAD software. Specialist topics allow you to study particular areas in depth, including:
■■ Engineering science ■■ Testing techniques ■■ Material properties ■■ Analysis and evaluation ■■ Communication
37 www.fareham.ac.uk Case study: Working with
Defence Munitions (DM) Gosport is a Ministry of Defence establishment situated on a 500- acre site on the western shore of Portsmouth harbour. It forms part of the Weapons Operating Centre (WOC) within Defence Equipment and Support and is responsible for a wide range of ammunition and weapon maintenance processes, including explosive maintenance, sophisticated weapons processing, mini gun and large ordnance processing, engineering support and storage. DM currently employs 230 staff and offers advanced Apprenticeships in mechanical engineering to six new recruits each year. Apprentices play an important role and are integral to the provision of business-focused training that assists the organisation to meet its business targets and objectives. Fareham College and CEMAST have been working with DM Gosport for almost 10 years to provide first-year Foundation training to their apprentices, who complete a year’s full time training with the College to achieve a PEO Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and both Level 3 and Level 4 Technical Certificates.
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Rosie Wheelhouse-Thomas is currently studying the theory didn’t feel real enough. This qualification a two-year HNC course at CEMAST as part of her is enabling me to put the theory to real practical three-year Apprenticeship with the MOD at the DM use and to build up my engineering knowledge depot in Gosport. She wanted to put her physics and skills. The brand-new facilities at CEMAST degree, gained at the University of Southampton, are fantastic. We have equipment here which to good practical use and says the combination of I don’t have access to at work so I make the most work-based training with the MOD and the weekly of my opportunities here. The teachers are so day-release at CEMAST is perfect for her. knowledgeable too. Rosie says: “The first year was workshop-based at “Currently I work with systems which have been CEMAST and the next two years are work-based up and running for some time but I’d like to get with one day a week spent at CEMAST. I love it! I involved with the development and testing of new am maintaining weapons systems for the combined systems in my future career – applying theories to forces. It’s interesting and varied work. I loved the develop new systems would be incredible!” practical and applied side of my physics degree but
39 www.fareham.ac.uk Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineering plays a huge part in Although arguably one of the most difficult all engineering projects. As the electronics subjects to master in the world of engineering, industry becomes more and more advanced, these qualifications give successful students manufacturers require fresh talent to build the opportunity to pursue a wide variety of their workforce. careers across the world. The principles taught are also highly transferable and provide students Students completing their training at CEMAST have with the opportunity to work in other fields access to two dedicated electronics laboratories such as aerospace, marine and manufacturing where they will be able to build and test electrical engineering environments. Working closely with circuitry and use simulators to develop different industry, CEMAST has developed its syllabus to designs and analyse performance. support candidates who wish to gain an electrical engineering Apprenticeship with the National Air Traffic Services (NATS). CAREER POTENTIAL A qualification in electrical engineering could open up a range of future career paths, including working as an:
■■ Electronic engineer UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT ■■ Electrical engineer ■■ Digital computer systems technician A full CEMAST uniform and safety equipment ■■ Power engineer must be purchased by new students when they ■■ Control system engineer join. This will include overalls, steel toe cap ■■ Telecommunications engineer safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt to ■■ Integrated circuit designer be worn when on campus. ■■ Radio and radar engineer ■■ Instrumentation engineer
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40 The specialist topics allow you to study particular LEVEL 3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN
areas in depth, including: ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC) BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering ■■ Electrical technology ■■ Electronic circuit manufacture DURATION: ■■ Electronic measurement and testing Two years ■■ Radio and RADAR principles ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ■■ Analogue and digital electronics Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths, Assessment is largely by coursework. English and Science, or a Level 2 qualification in Engineering. NEXT STEPS: COURSE DETAILS: This qualification will demonstrate to employers This course provides an introduction to the that you have valuable skills in the electrical skills and knowledge required to progress to an engineering field. Students can find employment Apprenticeship or further study, such as the at a junior level, begin a Higher Apprenticeship HNC/HND or an engineering degree. programme or continue learning within Higher Education.
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NATS is the UK’s leading provider of air traffic solutions and airport performance. Guiding over 2.2 million flights carrying some 200 million passengers is no mean feat, but thanks to a combination of state-of-the-art technology and the expertise and dedication of its employees, that’s what NATS achieves over the course of a year, and it’s why it is such an exciting place to work. NATS provides answers to the critical issues faced by companies in the aviation industry around the world. As well as providing air traffic control and UK airspace management, NATS also has a global presence in over 30 countries and employs professionals from many disciplines, including engineers, to support the delivery of comprehensive, turnkey solutions that tackle some of the most complex projects in the industry.
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For those interested in joining NATS, one option is Kurt Bishop currently works at NATS as a Flight to become part of NATS’ Engineering Technician Data Processing (FDP) Systems Engineer, and is scheme, accredited by the Institute of Engineering also undertaking an Electrical Engineering HND on and Technology (IET). It’s open to people who have a day-release basis at CEMAST. His job involves completed, or who are about to complete, a BTEC maintaining the equipment that constructs flight ND/HNC/HND with the majority of Level 3 units at plans for aircraft entering UK airspace. Kurt says: either merit or distinction. “After doing a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering at Fareham College, I was successful Claire Burton, NATS Talent Acquisition Manager in securing my job at NATS three years ago. On- says: “NATS encourages candidates from all going training and gaining additional qualifications backgrounds to apply for roles with the confidence is very important, especially in engineering as and reassurance that all decisions are made fairly new developments are taking place all the time, and free from bias. All applications are considered so I decided the HNC was a good next step. The solely on an individual’s skills, previous experience supportive tutors at CEMAST have assisted me and individual merit. The engineering qualifications throughout my course and the new facilities are offered at CEMAST provide a solid foundation of well-equipped. As well as practical engineering knowledge for those interested in the air traffic skills, I am also developing key project management industry.” techniques, which could help me to progress on to more managerial-based roles in the future.” 43 www.fareham.ac.uk Case study: Working with
Esther Cotterill is currently undertaking an Electronic Engineering Apprenticeship with Apollo Fire Detectors, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of fire detection solutions for commercial and industrial applications. Apollo has built a worldwide reputation for innovation, quality and reliability and runs an intensive product development programme, with continuous exploration of new technologies helping to deliver leading-edge fire detection solutions. Esther started an Apprenticeship immediately after leaving school, as she felt this route would enable her to develop essential skills in the workplace, while covering the underpinning theory on day-release at CEMAST.
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Esther says: “I have always been interested in engineering, science and design, so electronic engineering offers a combination of all these areas. I have particularly enjoyed learning about electronic principles and having the opportunity to apply this theory directly to my work at Apollo. I feel I learn much more effectively when getting hands-on experience, and doing an Apprenticeship, with the support of the tutors at CEMAST and my managers at work, has really helped me to develop. I’ve worked as a Test Engineer at Apollo, and have now recently progressed to work as a Conformance Laboratory Engineer which is a great opportunity. I plan to go on to do HNC and HND qualifications, and then would like to pursue a career that involves hardware or software design and programming.”
45 www.fareham.ac.uk Aerospace Engineering
With recent technological developments, CAREER POTENTIAL manufacturers are foreseeing a need for a new On completion of your training, you could generation of skilled engineers to build, maintain become a: and repair sophisticated aircraft. At CEMAST, as well as studying current aerospace technologies ■■ Fluid mechanical engineer you’ll be able to learn about advances such as ■■ Astrodynamicist composite structures, fly-by-wire interfaces and ■■ Propulsion technologist high bypass ratio turbofan technologies that will ■■ Composite Engineer feature in the aircraft of the future. ■■ Control engineer ■■ Aircraft structural engineer Our extensive aerospace training facilities include ■■ Avionics and instrumentation engineer composite repair benches, a full-size helicopter ■■ Aeroacoustics engineer and a Provost jet aeroplane for you to work on and ■■ Software engineer develop the practical and theoretical knowledge ■■ Material engineer needed to begin your career. The Aerospace Extended Diploma can be a route to a university honours degree in an engineering programme, or could lead to an Apprenticeship or employment with one of the many aerospace companies we work with in the local area. UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT A full CEMAST uniform and safety equipment must be purchased by new students when they join. This will include overalls, steel toe cap safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt to be worn when on campus.
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46 AEROSPACE ENGINEERING 47 CTC WINGS airline pilot career programmes CTC TAKEOFF professional pilot training courses ■ ■ ■ ■ NEXT STEPS: able On completion, and provided that you are CTC to meet the medical requirements and pass Aviation’s selection process, you will be ready as a to join a course with CTC Aviation to train professional pilot. CTC Aviation offers two training options for aspiring pilots: The entry requirements and syllabus for both vary and you may have the option to enhance your flying qualifications by studying for CTC Aviation’s BSc (Hons) degree in Professional Aviation Pilot Practice delivered in partnership with Middlesex University. Two years ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: or above including Maths Five GCSEs at grade C B or above. Entry requirements and English at grade Partner programmes vary. for CTC Aviation’s Airline for more details. Visit www.ctcaviation.com COURSE DETAILS: a career as a professional If you’re looking for with leading training pilot, CEMAST, in conjunction towards provider CTC Aviation, can help you work your goal. You will gain a solid understanding of aircraft, and including theory of flight, aircraft structures firm systems, and gas turbines, and will have a a pilot. foundation upon which to start training as In addition, you can take part in related Enrichment and activities including gliding, the Air Cadets at the work experience with aviation organisations Daedalus Airfield. ‘Insights’™ CEMAST, with its partners, can also offer into - a programme which provides an introduction the work of a pilot. We also offer ‘Employability’™ skills to help you understand how to acquire the pilots. and behaviours that airlines look for in their TECHNICAL BACCALAUREATE IN BACCALAUREATE TECHNICAL (AEROSPACE) ENGINEERING a towards a career as A pathway pilot professional DURATION: Theory of flight Gas turbines Construction methods Aircraft materials and their properties Airframe systems ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ NEXT STEPS: You could go on to an Apprenticeship, Higher Education or employment where specific practical training will be given. By the end of the first year, you will have achieved a nationally recognised Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma qualification. You could also consider joining the RAF or Royal Navy to become an aircraft engineer or pilot. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ COURSE DETAILS: COURSE DETAILS: you with an understanding This course will provide manufacture, maintenance of the complex design, of both rotary wing and and flight characteristics aerospace engineering fixed wing aircraft. Our and features a full-size workshop is well-equipped helicopter. The specialist topics allow you to study particular areas in depth, including: Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths, Five GCSEs at grade C or a Level 2 qualification in English and Science, Engineering. Two years ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering Diploma in Engineering BTEC Extended DURATION: LEVEL 3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN DIPLOMA LEVEL 3 ADVANCED (AEROSPACE) ENGINEERING Assessment is largely by coursework. www.fareham.ac.uk Case study: Working with
GE Aviation is the world’s leading producer of jet engines for commercial and military aircraft, and also supplies aircraft-derived engines for marine applications. The organisation’s technological excellence, supported by continuing substantial investments in research and development, has been the foundation of growth, and helps to ensure quality products for all customers. Working for a company as large and diverse as GE truly does mean that your career can go wherever you want it to. GE leads the world in providing innovative products and strategies, operating within a global culture, with rapid growth and unyielding integrity. GE strives to employ talented individuals, providing fantastic training, development and mentoring opportunities to grow.
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GE Aviation Hamble has over 820 employees on Laura Court currently works as an Aircraft Fitter site and continuously invests in new programmes, with GE Aviation in Hamble. She says: “The best including the A350 aircraft and new technologies. thing about being an apprentice with GE Aviation is The Hamble site covers over 55,000 square metres, that I can take the principles I have learnt during my reaching an output of over 250,000 deliverables weekly day at CEMAST and apply them directly to per annum. A range of talented individuals form practical processes. I decided to enter the aviation a workforce that makes a real difference and industry because I have had an interest in aircraft contribution to the success of the site and to GE from an early age. I could also use the skills I have Aviation as a whole. learnt to work with Formula One in the future as they are highly transferable. David Atkins, Training Lead at GE Aviation says: “GE Aviation worked closely with Fareham College and “Fareham College and CEMAST have a very CEMAST to design an Apprenticeship programme good reputation for engineering. The facilities that reflects the specialist skills required within the are excellent and lecturing staff are helpful and aviation manufacturing environment. As techniques knowledgeable. I enjoy learning a variety of skills, change quickly, a partnership has evolved between from hand fabrication to riveting or composite GE Aviation and CEMAST to identify these changes layup.” and work together to deliver training that advances our apprentices’ development.”
49 www.fareham.ac.uk Marine Engineering
Marine engineering is concerned with the design, building and leisure marine equipment sectors construction and maintenance of all manner of predicted to grow over the next few years. offshore platforms, equipment and crafts. The Alternatively, successful students may wish to UK has numerous busy ports and a strong naval follow a career in the Navy or Merchant Navy. presence, which means, there is always a need for At CEMAST, you will have access to specialised qualified marine engineers in the south of England marine equipment including a variety of different and in other areas around the country. marine engines. Our strong links with local For those interested in a career in marine companies and Warsash Maritime Academy will engineering, there are many different areas to work help ensure that you have everything you need to in such as ship building, design and maintenance begin a rewarding career in the marine industry. of superyachts, marine surveying or working with offshore oil and gas projects. There are currently CAREER POTENTIAL 720 different companies operating in the marine On completion of your course you could take engineering industry in the UK, with the boat on roles such as: ■■ Marine engineering maintenance fitter ■■ Marine engineering maintenance technician ■■ Marine engineering technician ■■ Marine engineer officer (Merchant Navy)
UNIFORM AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT A full CEMAST uniform and safety equipment must be purchased by new students when they join. This will include overalls, steel toe cap safety shoes, safety glasses and a polo shirt to be worn when on campus.
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50 LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE DIPLOMA IN LEVEL 3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING (MARINE) ENGINEERING (MARINE) ENGINEERING MARINE City & Guilds Diploma in Engineering City & Guilds Extended Diploma in Engineering DURATION: DURATION: One year One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade D or above. Intermediate Diploma in Marine Engineering. COURSE DETAILS: COURSE DETAILS: This course is designed to provide you with a Building on the knowledge gained from the Level 2 specialist work-related qualification and training in qualification, this course provides further practical marine engineering. skills and experience required to progress to an Apprenticeship or further study (e.g. Higher National It provides sound preparation for those seeking Certificate/Diploma or an Engineering degree). an Apprenticeship or progression to a higher level course such a HND. This course covers a variety of topics and allows you to study particular areas in depth, including: The introductory units will cover: ■■ Fault finding ■■ Introduction to the marine industry ■■ Maintenance ■■ Health and safety requirements ■■ Diagnostics ■■ Marina and boatyard facilities ■■ Engine repair ■■ Types of boats and their features ■■ Marine terminology Assessment is largely by coursework.
In the last two units, you will learn about marine NEXT STEPS: diesel engines, how they work, how to identify Students can progress into employment or on faults and how to fix them. You will also carry out to an Apprenticeship within the leisure or deep routine maintenance tasks on the engines and learn sea marine sector. Those looking to continue about gearboxes, propellers and other means of their marine education can progress through a marine propulsion. partnership with Warsash Marine Academy where Assessment is largely by coursework. they can study up to HND or degree level.
NEXT STEPS: Candidates who have secured sponsorship with an employer can carry out a sea phase of training On completion of this course, you can progress before returning ashore to complete a HND in to a Level 3 Marine Engineering qualification. Marine Engineering. All candidates have the option to progress to the HND in Marine Engineering or a Level 3 Diploma in Nautical Science.
51 www.fareham.ac.uk Case study: Working with
Burgess Marine has over 30 years’ experience at the forefront of ship repair supporting both mechanical and structural repairs and refits to the commercial marine market, the defence sector and the superyacht industry in the UK and internationally. The company’s coded welders and fabricators possess the skills and experience to work on steel and aluminium ship repairs, carry out structural fabrication and project management, and oversee entire conversion projects. Burgess Marine trains and employs professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds in order to maximise the capabilities of their international workforce. Welders, fabricators, mechanical engineers and marine electricians can be mobilised in less than 24 hours to work in areas including Europe and the Mediterranean, the Middle East, the
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Far East, North America, South America and the He has spent one day per week training at Caribbean on crafts ranging from superyachts to CEMAST as part of the programme, and thinks passenger ferries. the Apprenticeship route has provided him with the opportunity to develop key skills that can be Karl Kerry, General Manager at Burgess Marine applied directly to the workplace. says: “CEMAST offers specialised courses in Marine Engineering and will contribute to a highly skilled Kane says: “I’ve learnt more about the use of workforce entering the local marine industry over specific tools, developed additional techniques and the next few years. The students we have already explored other factors that affect the industry, such taken on with these qualifications have been a great as health and safety. Training in Marine Engineering asset to our business and we look forward to a opens up a really broad range of career options new source of employable expertise over the and I can highly recommend an Apprenticeship for coming years.” anyone looking to progress within this field. I am hoping to follow a career path that could lead me Kane Kerry has just completed an Apprenticeship to become a commercial diver, so my qualification with Burgess Marine, where he is employed as has provided a firm foundation from which to take a Marine Engineer Fitter, undertaking a range of the next step.” maintenance and surveying operations.
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THE TRAVEL AND TOURISM INDUSTRY IS ENORMOUSLY VARIED AND CONTINUES TO EVOLVE. CHOOSING TO TRAIN IN AVIATION SERVICES OR AS CABIN CREW COULD LEAD TO AN EXCITING CAREER WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR GLOBAL TRAVEL.
54 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY CABIN CREW & AVIATIONCABIN CREW SERVICES Cabin Crew & Aviation Services at CEMAST
55 www.fareham.ac.uk Cabin Crew & Aviation Services
Our Cabin Crew & Aviation Services students CAREER POTENTIAL benefit from dedicated training facilities – A qualification in this area can lead you to pursue including a cross-section of an A320 aircraft a range of careers within the travel and tourism fuselage – to enhance their learning and provide sector including working as cabin crew with an a real-life training environment. airline, or in a variety of roles within an airport Working within the aviation industry, or as cabin environment, either customer-facing or in airport crew for an airline, is an exciting and challenging ground operations. experience. You may end up jetting off to exotic destinations, but you’ll also need to demonstrate a high degree of responsibility, specialisation, customer service and project management to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers in line with industry regulations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You will need a current passport for training days and trips. Air Cabin Crew students will need to purchase a uniform; further details will be provided at your interview.
56 LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN AVIATION LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN AIR CABIN CREW OPERATIONS OPERATIONS & AVIATIONCABIN CREW SERVICES DURATION: DURATION: One year One year ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade D or above or Level 1 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: qualification (OCR, BTEC, City & Guilds) at merit/ Five GCSEs at grade D or above. credit level. It is imperative that you are in possession of a current passport. COURSE DETAILS: This full time course is primarily for people hoping COURSE DETAILS: to become airline cabin crew, although you will This full time programme is ideal for people wanting develop skills that are transferable across many to work within the aviation industry, both in the air travel and tourism sectors. or on the ground. Classes take place in a dedicated classroom You will gain a broad knowledge of the aviation featuring a specially adapted section of a real industry and the many job roles available within it. aircraft. You will learn about all aspects of a flight Fareham College has a business partnership with including dealing with emergencies, customer care, Swissport, who work alongside our lecturers to selling techniques and airline health, safety and allow you to experience working in a real aviation security. environment through training days at Southampton You will also be offered the opportunity to attend a Airport. This partnership also guarantees an major airlines’ training centre such as Virgin Atlantic interview with Swissport if you have achieved Airways or British Airways. the qualification, are 18 in the March of the year you leave college and you have at least a 90% THE QUALIFICATIONS STUDIED ARE: attendance record. ■■ Diploma in Air Cabin Crew Operations
QUALIFICATIONS STUDIED ARE: NEXT STEPS: ■■ Award and Certificate in Introduction to Students can progress to study the Level 3 Travel and Tourism Diploma in Travel and Tourism. Careers could ■■ Diploma in Aviation Operations on include airline junior cabin crew leading on to the Ground the senior role of purser or cabin crew trainer. You can also take the Attestation of Cabin Crew NEXT STEPS: Initial Training course, a seven-day EASA and You can progress to a Level 2 or 3 Travel & CAA approved course delivered in conjunction Tourism Diploma, or enter employment within with Skypeople, that helps fast track the training the industry. process for those planning to apply to work as You could also progress on to a Foundation in cabin crew. Flight Despatch or Passenger Service Agents course to develop your skills further; these courses are run at CEMAST, in conjunction with national training provider AviationShake, and can guarantee job interviews at Gatwick and Heathrow Airports.
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A HNC AND HND IS THE IDEAL ROUTE INTO UNIVERSITY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE COMPLETED A LEVEL 3 QUALIFICATION IN ENGINEERING, SUCH AS THOSE FOUND WITHIN THIS CAREERS MANUAL.
58 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY HNC & HND QUALIFICATIONS HND & HNC
HNC & HND qualifications at CEMAST
59 www.fareham.ac.uk HNC & HND qualifications
These courses are ideal for those already in employment and looking to gain an advanced qualification in their field. Higher Apprentices will usually study a Higher National Certificate (HNC) at college full time for a year before they enter the workplace. Our Higher National Diploma (HND) qualifications are delivered over a two-year period on a part time/day-release basis, giving students the opportunity to study around their normal working hours. HNC and HND qualifications are designed to prepare students for a range of technical, professional and management careers in Engineering and to provide specialised studies that are directly related to their workplace.
60 LEVEL 4 HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE LEVEL 5 HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA BTEC Higher National Certificate in Engineering BTEC Higher National Diploma in Engineering HNC & HND DURATION: DURATION: One year (full time) Two years (full time) Two years (part time) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Higher National Certificate in field of study. Level 3 qualification in Engineering or equivalent experience. COURSE DETAILS: The HND is a well-established national qualification COURSE DETAILS: set at an intermediate undergraduate level and Mechanical engineering is concerned with the places academic theory within a practical context. design, development, installation, operation The course modules will be chosen to fit with your and maintenance of just about anything that desired career and progression routes. has moveable parts. As a result, there are job The course is made up of 16 units, 12 of which will opportunities for mechanical engineers in relate to your particular field of study. A HND practically every field of work such as transport qualification will provide a sound knowledge (including aerospace and marine), health, defence, base in all of the disciplines studied and enable manufacturing, design and research, to name you to develop wider process skills in engineering but a few. design, engineering methodology and business and The HNC in Engineering includes a mix of theory, management of the engineering industry. practical work and experiments and is useful to Many students on course are sponsored by local applicants who wish to extend their skills and companies such as GE Aviation, DE&S and Vector knowledge before entering the workplace. The Aerospace and CEMAST has a large number of course is made up of eight units, five of which are students directly sponsored by BAE Systems specific to the particular area of study. The core Maritime engaged on a HNC/HND Apprenticeship units consist of: programme. ■■ Analytical methods ■■ Engineering project ■■ Engineering science NEXT STEPS: Most students go on to university to study NEXT STEPS: a degree in Engineering within their chosen Students can progress on to a Higher National discipline or a related subject. Alternatively, Diploma to demonstrate further knowledge and you could gain an Apprenticeship or Higher competence in the workplace. This qualification Apprenticeship where on-the-job training will will also give many students the opportunity prepare you to take on more responsibility. to enrol on a suitable engineering degree at university.
61 www.fareham.ac.uk Case study: Joe Steel, Higher Education success
College is often the first true step towards a rewarding career, but your education doesn’t have to end there. For students wishing to further their skills before entering the workplace, or those who need more specialist knowledge to enter their chosen industry, Southampton Solent University offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in manufacturing, engineering, marine and mechanical design. CEMAST has close links with Southampton Solent University, which provides an excellent progression route for students who have completed further education training at the Centre.
62 Joe Steel, a student at Southampton Solent University, explains how his degree EDUCATIONHIGHER PROGRESSION has helped him to pursue his career path in mechanical design. “My degree was very practical, teaching me research skills and information handling skills. I also learnt about meteorology and navigation, vessel handling, ship-board team management and the use of systems that are employed on the wide range of ships. Even the subjects that were more theoretical in nature, such as maritime business and legal units, were taught in a way that addresses real world problems and issues. “Short of going to sea as a deck officer, there is no other course that could have provided me with the level of practical vessel experience and broader maritime expertise that I gained from my degree.”
63 www.fareham.ac.uk 14-16 College
Fareham College is proud to be part of the Fareham and Gosport Consortium of schools and colleges. We work collaboratively to jointly offer opportunities to younger learners which may not otherwise be possible.
The popular ‘Skills Academy’ offers young learners CEMAST should be made through the learner’s in the Fareham and Gosport area the opportunity school. Please contact Student Services for further to embark upon courses in a range of vocational details on 01329 815 200 or visit areas including engineering. 14-16 courses available www.fareham.ac.uk/skillsacademy at CEMAST include:
■■ Level 1 Automotive ■■ Level 1 Engineering ■■ GCSE - Level 2 Electrical/ Electronics ■■ GCSE - Level 2 Engineering Attendance is usually for four hours a week during Years 10 and 11. All applications for students aged 14-16 and interested in Skills Academy courses at
64 CALL 01329 815 300 TO APPLY TODAY Financial support
Financial support schemes are available to Fareham will look at every case individually to ensure College and CEMAST students depending on your that travel costs are not an obstacle to students personal circumstances. Assistance may be available attending Fareham College. for course fees, childcare, travel costs, course For further information about financial support, materials or to help in an emergency. please contact a Student Advisor on TRAVEL SUPPORT 01329 815 200 or visit www.fareham.ac.uk At Fareham College, we do not believe that travel costs should be a barrier to getting the best available education. We also actively promote FURTHER EDUCATION FOR the use of public transport which is more STUDENTS OVER 24 environmentally friendly than using cars. If you wish to study for a Level 3 qualification Every student is entitled to buy a subsidised or above and are 24 or over on the start date of annual or termly bus pass, or a grant towards the your chosen course, you can apply now for a 24+ cost of rail travel. You can use the bus pass on any Advanced Loan to cover the cost of some of your First Bus in Hampshire, anywhere and at any time fees for some Level 3 or 4 courses. Applying for a Monday-Friday, term time only. This includes the loan is a simple process and will help you pay for Eclipse Bus Rapid Transit. Where there is evidence work-related courses to develop your career or of extreme financial hardship, students could help you with a new career path. And the good receive some assistance with travel costs through news is you won’t need to pay anything back until the Learner Support Fund or Hardship Fund. We you are earning over £21,000 per year. Please visit our website for more information, or contact a Student Advisor on 01329 815 200.
65 www.fareham.ac.uk Your welfare
Keeping you safe and well throughout your studies USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS is a major priority for us and help is always on hand CEMAST Reception 01329 815 300 if you need it. We can offer initial support and Fareham College Reception 01329 815 200 advice on a range of matters and signpost you to more specialist help if it is needed. Travel Information 01329 815 292 Our Student Services Team and tutors are here to Financial Help & Welfare 01329 815 200 offer pastoral support and guidance throughout Learning Support 01329 815 179 your time at College. Personal Support 01329 815 179 STUDENT SERVICES OPENING TIMES Attendance Line 01329 815 200 Monday-Thursday 8.30am - 5.00pm Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm
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Both our main Fareham College and CEMAST Detailed bus timetables can be found at campuses are less than half an hour away from www.fareham.ac.uk Portsmouth and Southampton by train. Subsidised termly and annual bus passes are The College sites are easily accessible from a range available to purchase from the College - please of locations across the area. see page 65 or call 01329 815 200 for further information. HOW TO FIND US CEMAST is located on the Daedalus Airfield, TRAINS on the B3385 to Lee-on-the-Solent. Our address is: Regular bus services run from Fareham train 1 Meteor Way station to CEMAST. Broom Way Lee-on-the-Solent CYCLING Hampshire CEMAST is accessible via a network of cycle paths. PO13 9FU Secure, covered cycle racks are available on-site and students will be offered free cycle wear if they sign T: 01329 815 300 up as a regular cycle user. E: [email protected] PARKING BUSES Parking, including motorbike parking and dedicated CEMAST is served by regular buses and students disabled parking, is available at CEMAST and will be able to use their bus pass throughout the students wishing to bring their own vehicle can entire First Bus network. A regular shuttle bus is apply for a free parking permit. Students are, also available for students to travel easily between however, encouraged wherever possible to use CEMAST and Fareham College. public transport.
Whiteley
Railway Station
Park Gate
M27 Fareham Railway Station Warsash Titchfield Railway Station Bishopsfield Road Campus
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Stubbington Portsmouth Harbour
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Applying for a place at CEMAST is a straightforward Our Student Advisors are on hand to answer any process. You can use the form in this prospectus questions you may have and can be contacted at and send it to the address given, or you can apply any point during the application process. Please call online at www.fareham.ac.uk them on 01329 815 200 if you have any questions. If your application is successful, you will be invited Our full Admissions and Progression Policy, along for an interview for your first choice subject. with further information about the application You can apply for more than one course and be process, is available at www.fareham.ac.uk – it is a interviewed for each course to help you make good idea to read this information so that you are your decision. Interviews are informal and friendly fully informed throughout. and provide you with the opportunity to find out If you are an employer and interested in more about your chosen course and College life. professional training or Apprenticeships, please It is important to point out that an offer of a place contact our Business Development Team on 01329 after your interview is conditional and subject to a 815 375 for further information. satisfactory reference from your school or previous college.
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