Level 3 Metrology Review

The 1st year is situated entirely at college, other than half terms where we go into plant. At college we learn alot of different things, ranging from hydraulics, to Business Improvement Techniques to PLC. I came into my apprenticeship not being able to define some of the lessons, now I am experienced within these fields, and feel comfortable to talk about and carry my work out in these. It is a different lesson every day, as well as Thursdays, being Btec day where it is more of a theory/academic based day.

Despite major setbacks on the training providers behalf regarding timetables and tutor absence, I have learnt many skills that I attribute to overcome the obstacles chucked in the way. I do think that full time in college is a bit much, and would like to spend more time in plant learning more skills more specific to my field.

I do feel that support is there from my employer, but due to my self, I do not take advantage of the aid provided by my company. I have struggled in the past few months with my maths skills and the exhaustion of travelling, but after having a chat with my boss, I know now that there is support there in place for me.

I am very much supported by my training provider, as in the more practical lessons, they have taught me all I need to know, in lessons such as Bench, BIT and Milling. However, I feel I could use more support from the tutors within my BTEC lessons, as that is where I struggle most.

In my role in metrology, I haven't learnt much to do with my specific role, despite learning to read some measuring equipment such as Vernier Callipers and Micrometers. However, I have learnt skills invaluable to me when I am put on placement, and how the engine works, giving me a firm understanding of what I will be doing at work.

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I would highly recommend BMW to a friend as it is a great experience, especially going straight from school into an apprenticeship, it may be a bit daunting at first as it was for me, but you are going into an industry with like minded people. It has great benefits such as a car scheme and a great pension.