What you will do in your working day
As an Apprentice you will receive detailed instruction, information and training surrounding many key aspects pivotal to the successful implementation of electronics work within busy, dynamic workshops, based mainly within the Faculty of Science & Engineering. Training opportunities include, electrical and electronic principles, programming, applications of electronic devices and circuits plus much more, gaining a vast skill set across many areas of electronics.
Day to day duties will include, but not limited to the following:
* Calibration of key instrumentation for use in both research and workshops areas.
* Drawing jobs from the electronic job database.
* Initial diagnostics, fixes or raising a further repair request.
* Simple circuit diagrams, drawings and electronic specifications.
* Writing risk assessments, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) assessments and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
* Working alongside experienced Electronics Technicians such as those in the prestigious National Graphene Institute (NGI) and Photon Science Institute (PSI).
* Maintain equipment through fault finding and resolution.
* Construct and test prototype electronic equipment.
* Test safety of electrical/electronic equipment.
* Develop specialist knowledge and experience to meet the varying needs of researchers, staff and students.
The training you will be getting
In addition to your level 6 apprenticeship qualification. We offer a unique programme filled to the brim with hands-on training and a range of industry-leading qualifications from producing components, assembling and testing circuits, producing CAD drawings, to through-hole and surface mount soldering skills, all whilst embedding knowledge through an Honours Degree in Electronics or Electrical & Electronic Engineering. All training undertaken will provide you with the skills, experience, and qualifications to develop professional etiquette and performance in a highly competitive sector.
You will spend a mixture of time working alongside a block and day release course to gain the technical skills required to carry out your duties as a Level 6 Electrical Electronics Engineering Technician. We will provide you with all the necessary tools and equipment, uniform, and robust training to make this the apprenticeship of your choice.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Upon completion of the apprenticeship in 3 years’ time, you will have a portfolio of key electronic engineering skills and a wealth of varied, relevant experience.
Most apprentices are successful in securing a role with the university or choose to continue their academic studies. Opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or degree apprenticeship exist for high-performing candidates upon completion of their first apprenticeship with us. Whilst we cannot guarantee a permanent position at the University of Manchester, we endeavour to match apprentices with appropriate vacancies and support them through the entire application process.