Engine Workshop Technician - Apprentice Review
at Cummins
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Wellingborough
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role at Cummins is to build/repair engines.
My day to day basis involves...
- Stripping down engines ready for rebuilt.
- Identifying engine defects
- Repairing engines
- Cleaning/organising parts
- Preparing new engines by matching them to customers specification.
When stripping engines, we make note of any defects we find as this is vital information when it comes to rebuilding. To get an engine ready for a rebuild, all needed parts are identified and we clean the parts that can be reused.
My day to day basis involves...
- Stripping down engines ready for rebuilt.
- Identifying engine defects
- Repairing engines
- Cleaning/organising parts
- Preparing new engines by matching them to customers specification.
When stripping engines, we make note of any defects we find as this is vital information when it comes to rebuilding. To get an engine ready for a rebuild, all needed parts are identified and we clean the parts that can be reused.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my time at Cummins, as well as being at college, there's never a dull day. It is a very interesting course and the people are great, both in company and college. Joining Cummins and starting this apprenticeship is definitely my best career choice so far, I'm excited to see what the future brings.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have devolved my machining and welding skills learnt from a previous course.
I have gained a lot of mechanical knowledge and sympathy.
I learnt a lot on how engines work, along with the roles each engine part plays.
I have learnt about the behaviour of electricity and many different electrical components and the safety they can bring to wiring. Also how to complete different electrical circuits and their uses.
I have gained a lot of mechanical knowledge and sympathy.
I learnt a lot on how engines work, along with the roles each engine part plays.
I have learnt about the behaviour of electricity and many different electrical components and the safety they can bring to wiring. Also how to complete different electrical circuits and their uses.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very, my managers and supervisors take great care and give fantastic attention to us apprentices at Wellingborough Cummins, I'm sure I can speak for the other apprentices as well as myself and say we have a great experience each day and feel welcomed to take any opportunity we wish. Our manager has put in a great structure for us to ensure we all experience what we need to.
The college tutors at Tresham are fantastic and cannot do enough.
The college tutors at Tresham are fantastic and cannot do enough.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support at Cummins is great. There are many people we can go to if we have any questions and they are always happy to help. If we was to have any problems you can guarantee that these will be resolved effectively and with care. The workplace is full of friendly faces.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The support from the training provider is brilliant, it is clear to see that the tutors what the best for us all. The work and flow is very organised, I have learnt a lot coming up to the end of the first academic year. I feel very comfortable at college and cannot wait to see what the level 3 course involves.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification involves many skills, these skills are a great help to our role at Cummins. The variety of skills really does help to be a good engineer. This qualification will help me to not only know how things go together and the way they work, but how to fix them.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Cummins do many things to help the community. For example recently, a team was gathered to help build and improve facilities for people to grow fruit and vegetables at a local allotment. I have not had a chance to get involved with these activities yet but will putting my name forward to do so, when I get the chance.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Cummins to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I really do enjoy my working days. Cummins is a great working environment with many opportunities. I have never known an employer to listen to workers so much, helping them improve and move on with their career. Cummins make a enjoyable, friendly workplace while maintaining professionalism. They really look after their employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Cummins?
Do your research on the company and learn what Cummins is all about, they do many things and offer a wide range of products to their customers. Have passion and show great interest and it will be recognised. With an interest in engineering you will love the job, should you succeed.
