Industrial Applications

Modern Apprenticeship

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What's Industrial Applications like?

Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you consider yourself to be a practical person? If so, studying for an apprenticeship in industrial applications can help you find an ideal job. You’ll have the opportunity to improve your manufacturing skills and develop in a sector that promotes creative problem-solving.   

What's the qualification?

SCQF Level 5

You'll gain a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 5. 

  • Industrial Applications at SCQF Level 5

SCQF qualification levels explained

What will I learn?

During your apprenticeship, you'll learn how to:   

  • Comply with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements

  • Use and interpret engineering data and documentation

  • Work effectively and efficiently in an engineering environment

  • Prepare and use grinding machines

  • Produce components using hand fitting techniques

  • Produce mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system

  • Prepare and use lathes for turning operations 

  • Prepare and use milling machines 

      

You will develop the following core skills:   

  • Numeracy

  • Problem-solving 

  • Time management 

  • Communication 

  • Teamwork 

These transferrable skills are useful for working in other jobs like industrial manufacturing and supply chain management. 

Where could it take me?

This Modern Apprenticeship gives you a variety of options. Carry on your studies with a technical apprenticeship in industrial applications or find a full-time job.   

Further education: Improve your knowledge by studying for a bachelor’s degree in engineering or food manufacturing. This could lead to a higher qualification like a Masters in industrial engineering. Your experience will support your application.   

Straight to work: Use your qualifications to find an industrial applications job. After completing the apprenticeship, you could move onto jobs like:   

  • Applications engineer

  • Food manufacturer 

  • Maintenance engineer 

  • Health and safety officer 

  • Supply chain assistant 

  • Electronics operative

  • Industrial engineer

  • Industrial manufacturer

Entry requirements

There are no set requirements for the apprenticeship.  

How does it work?

You’ll learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. You’ll also study with a college or another learning provider. 

How long will it take?

This Modern Apprenticeship will take 12 to 24 months to complete. 

How to apply

Use the 'Find vacancies near you' search at the end of this page to look for vacancies, then you can apply online.

You'll apply on Apprenticeships.scot or the company’s own website – there are details on the vacancy advert.

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