Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Fitting and Assembly (QCF)

Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Fitting and Assembly (QCF)

Specification

NVQ/Competence-based qualification First registration February 2014

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Please note: This document is a pathway within the Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (QCF) and the Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (QCF).

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Authorised by Martin Stretton Prepared by Cheryl Bott

ISBN 978 1 446 91157 0

All the material in this publication is copyright Pearson Education Limited 2014

Contents

Purpose of this specification 1

1 Introducing Pearson Edexcel NVQ/Competence-based qualifications 2What are NVQ/Competence-based qualifications? 2

2 Qualification summary and key information 3QCF Qualification Number and qualification title 5

Qualification objectives 5

Relationship with previous qualifications 5

Apprenticeships 5

Progression opportunities through Pearson qualifications 5

Industry support and recognition 6

Relationship with National Occupational Standards 6

3 Qualification structures 7Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Fitting and Assembly (QCF) 7

Pearson Edexcel Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Fitting and Assembly (QCF) 9

4 Assessment 18Assessment requirements/strategy 19

Types of evidence 19

Assessment of knowledge 20

Credit transfer 20

5 Centre resource requirements 21

6 Centre recognition and approval 22Centre recognition 22

Approvals agreement 22

7 Quality assurance of centres 23

8 Programme delivery 24

9 Access and recruitment 25

10 Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs 26

11 Unit format 27Unit title 27

Unit reference number 27

QCF level 27

Credit value 27

Guided learning hours 27

Unit aim 27

Unit assessment requirements/evidence requirements 27

Learning outcomes 28

Assessment criteria 28

Unit 1: Complying with Statutory Regulations and Organisational Safety Requirements 29

Unit 2: Using and Interpreting Engineering Data and Documentation 36

Unit 3: Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering 45

Unit 4: Producing Components Using Hand Fitting Techniques 53

Unit 5: Assembling Mechanical Products 64

Unit 6: Producing Components by Manual Machining 75

Unit 7: Fitting Fluid Power Components to Mechanical Assemblies 85

Unit 8: Fitting Pipework Systems to Mechanical Assemblies 94

Unit 9: Fitting Electrical and Electronic Components to Mechanical Assemblies 103

Unit 10: Producing Power Turbine Combustion Assemblies 112

Unit 11: Producing Power Turbine Compressor Assemblies 121

Unit 12: Producing Turbine Assemblies 130

Unit 13: Producing Power Turbine Gearbox Assemblies 139

Unit 14: Producing Power Turbine Major Assemblies 149

Unit 15: Producing Piston Engine Assemblies 158

Unit 16: Repairing and Modifying Mechanical Assemblies 168

Unit 17: Checking that Completed Assemblies Comply with Specification 178

Unit 18: Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings Using a CAD System 188

Unit 19: Producing Components Using Hand Fitting Techniques 198

Unit 20: Producing Mechanical Assemblies 211

Unit 21: Forming and Assembling Pipework Systems 221

Unit 22: Carrying Out Aircraft Detail Fitting Activities 233

Unit 23: Installing Aircraft Mechanical Fasteners 246

Unit 24: Producing Aircraft Detail Assemblies 256

Unit 25: Preparing and Using Lathes for Turning Operations 264

Unit 26: Preparing and Using Milling Machines 276

Unit 27: Preparing and Using Grinding Machines 288

Unit 28: Preparing and Proving CNC Machine Tool Programs 299

Unit 29: Preparing and Using CNC Turning Machines 310

Unit 30: Preparing and Using CNC Milling Machines 324

Unit 31: Preparing and Using CNC Machining Centres 337

Unit 32: Preparing and Using Industrial Robots 352

Unit 33: Maintaining Mechanical Devices and Equipment 363

Unit 34: Assembling and Testing Fluid Power Systems 374

Unit 35: Maintaining Fluid Power Equipment 385

Unit 36: Producing Sheet Metal Components and Assemblies 396

Unit 37: Producing Platework Components and Assemblies 408

Unit 38: Cutting and Shaping Materials Using Thermal Cutting Equipment 419

Unit 39: Preparing and Proving CNC Fabrication Machine Tool Programs 427

Unit 40: Preparing and Using CNC Fabrication Machinery 437

Unit 41: Preparing and Using Manual Metal Arc Welding Equipment 448

Unit 42: Preparing and Using Manual TIG or Plasma-Arc Welding Equipment 460

Unit 43: Preparing and Using Semi-Automatic MIG, MAG and Flux Cored Arc Welding Equipment 472

Unit 44: Preparing and Using Manual Oxy/Fuel Gas Welding Equipment 484

Unit 45: Preparing and Using Manual Flame Brazing and Braze Welding Equipment 496

Unit 46: Producing Electrical or Electronic Engineering Drawings Using a CAD System 507

Unit 47: Wiring and Testing Electrical Equipment and Circuits 521

Unit 48: Forming and Assembling Electrical Cable Enclosure and Support Systems 535

Unit 49: Assembling, Wiring and Testing Electrical Panels/Components Mounted in Enclosures 545

Unit 50: Assembling and Testing Electronic Circuits 559

Unit 51: Maintaining Electrical Equipment/Systems 575

Unit 52: Maintaining Electronic Equipment/Systems 588

Unit 53: Maintaining and Testing Process Instrumentation and Control Devices 604

Unit 54: Wiring and Testing Programmable Controller Based Systems 615

Unit 55: Using Wood for Pattern, Modelmaking and Other Engineering Applications 627

Unit 56: Assembling Pattern, Model and Engineering Woodwork Components 640

Unit 57: Producing Composite Mouldings Using Wet Lay-Up Techniques 650

Unit 58: Producing Composite Mouldings Using Pre-Preg Techniques 665

Unit 59: Producing Composite Mouldings Using Resin Flow Infusion Techniques 680

Unit 60: Producing Composite Assemblies 694

Unit 61: Producing Components by Rapid Prototyping Techniques 704

Unit 62: Producing and Preparing Sand Moulds and Cores for Casting 712

Unit 63: Producing and Preparing Molten Materials for Casting 722

Unit 64: Producing Cast Components by Manual Means 732

Unit 65: Fettling, Finishing and Checking Cast Components 740

Unit 66: Finishing Surfaces by Applying Coatings or Coverings 749

Unit 67: Finishing Surfaces by Applying Treatments 761

Unit 68: Carrying Out Heat Treatment of Engineering Materials 772

Unit 69: Carrying Out Hand Forging of Engineering Materials 781

Unit 70: Stripping and Rebuilding Motorsport Vehicles (Pre-Competition) 789

Unit 71: Inspecting a Motorsport Vehicle During a Competition 801

Unit 72: Diagnosing and Rectifying Faults on Motorsport Vehicle Systems During Competition 811

Unit 73: Carrying Out Maintenance Activities on Motorsport Vehicle Electrical Equipment 823

Unit 74: Stripping and Rebuilding Motorsport Engines (Pre-Competition) 834

Unit 75: Producing CAD Models/Drawings Using a CAD System 845

Unit 76: Producing Engineering Project Plans 858

Unit 77: Using Computer Software Packages to Assist with Engineering Activities 869

Unit 78: Conducting Business Improvement Activities 879

Unit 79: General Machining, Fitting and Assembly Applications 887

Unit 80: General Fabrication and Welding Applications 900

Unit 81: General Electrical and Electronic Engineering Applications 912

Unit 82: General Maintenance Engineering Applications 926

Unit 83: Joining Public Service Vehicle Components by Mechanical Processes 937

Unit 84: Assembling Structural Sub Assemblies to Produce a Public Service Vehicle 946

Unit 85: Fitting Sub Assemblies and Components to Public Service Vehicles 955

Unit 86: Preparing and Manoeuvring Armoured Fighting Vehicles AFVs for Maintenance and Transportation 965

Unit 87: Producing Composite Moulding