This qualification is vocationally based and as such, offers the opportunity for learners to demonstrate an achievement of practical skills, understanding and knowledge of working within performing engineering operations. Learners will gain knowledge on the generic skills such as health and safety and working in engineering and select one of two different pathways, engineering practices or technical support where they will be able to focus on the skills specific to their role.

This qualification is suitable for learners looking to gain employment within the engineering sector at an operational level or for those already employed in an operational role within the sector where it can be achieved
to demonstrate competence in their role.