The Power Industry. Issued by. Energy and Utility Skills

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1 The Power Industry Issued by Energy and Utility Skills

2 The Power Industry Information on the Issuing Authority for this framework: Energy and Utility Skills The Apprenticeship sector for occupations in electricity, gas and water supply, and waste management (also includes gas utilisation, recycling and waste water collection and treatment) Issue number: 2 Framework ID: FR00786 This framework includes: Level 2 Level 3 Date this framework is to be reviewed by: 01/08/2013 This framework is for use in: England Short description The power industry faces some key challenges including an ageing workforce and a skills deficit in craft and technical roles. The purpose of this Intermediate and Advanced Level Apprenticeship is to support the industry to address these challenges by developing occupational competence in a wide range of job roles in the power industry.

3 Contact information Proposer of this framework The National Skills Academy for Power Strategic Steering Group on behalf of the power industry. Developer of this framework Name: Organisation: Organisation type: Job title: Helen White Energy & Utility Skills Sector Skills Council Apprenticeships Manager Phone: Postal address: Website: Friars Gate 1011 Stratford Road Shirley Solihull B90 4BN Issuing Authority's contact details Issued by: Energy and Utility Skills Issuer contact name: Jill Cheshire Issuer phone: Issuer

4 Revising a framework Contact details Who is making this revision: Your organisation: Your address: Helen White Energy & Utility Skills s@euskills.co.uk Why this framework is being revised This framework is revised to remove expired qualifications and add replacements. The level 2 competence qualifications have been re-accredited making customer relations optional not mandatory. This change responds to industry feedback - some learners have difficulty evidencing this unit when customer relations are not a key part of their job. Summary of changes made to this framework Expired qualifications have been removed and the new replacement qualifications have been added. Qualifications removed The following qualifications have been removed: City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Electrical Power Engineering - Underground Cables (QCF) 500/7320/5 City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Electrical Power Engineering - Overhead Lines (QCF) 500/7325/4 City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Substation Plant (QCF) 500/7322/9 Qualifications added The following qualifications have been added: City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Electrical Power Engineering - Underground Cables (QCF) 600/1672/3

5 City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Electrical Power Engineering - Overhead Lines (QCF) 600/1673/5 City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Substation Plant (QCF) 600/1671/1 Qualifications that have been extended No qualifications have been extended.

6 Purpose of this framework Summary of the purpose of the framework The power industry covers the activities associated with the generation, national transmission and local distribution of electricity, up to, and including, the customer's meter. The industry employs more than 87,000 people and is fundamental to the well-being of the UK economy. The industry faces some key challenges; these include improving the efficiency of transmission and distribution systems to minimise power losses and meeting ambitious government targets to generate 20% of the UK's energy from renewable sources by While some of the changes can be integrated into relatively routine maintenance and upgrades, many will require a step change in technology and skills over a relatively short period due to environmental and legal pressures. With manufacturing and the transport infrastructure dependent on power, the industry is seeing significant and growing skills shortages and an increasing demand for more and more power. It is critical to facilitate an adequate supply of competent people to develop, maintain and enhance the industry for the future. An ageing workforce, replacement and growth of electrical infrastructure, rapid advancement of new technologies and strong competition for talent in the marketplace will all impact the power industry over the next 5-15 years, with dramatic results if not addressed now. By 2024, the power industry will need to have recruited around 45,000-55,000 new employees. The Bain Report (2008) concluded that 10,000-20,000 of these need to be construction, installation, operations and maintenance workers to support the growing demand for power generated by wind energy. This is as well as upskilling existing staff, whilst managing the loss of 80% of its existing workforce. A skilled and competent workforce is critical in maintaining the security of the UK power supply. Within the power distribution business, there is a forecast requirement to train 9,000 new learners over the next six years (26,000 by 2024) to replace and reinforce the distribution network. Within the power transmission business, the forecast is that over 1,000 people will be required by 2012 to maintain overhead power lines. This data demonstrates the acute and ongoing demand for skilled workers in the industry. As one mechanism to address these shortages, 23 occupational roles within the industry have been listed on the Shortage Occupation List maintained by the Migration Advisory Committee. The Apprenticeship provides a sustainable opportunity to address the current and future skills shortages identified by the industry. It will attract new entrants by providing a structured route

7 to job competence and career progression and can also be used to up skill existing staff. It provides the ability for employers to grow their own workforce where technically competent individuals are increasingly difficult to recruit. The Apprenticeship enables employers to identify managers of the future and support succession planning whilst delivering tangible benefits such as reduced staff turnover. The Apprenticeship supports delivery of the skills required to address the Government's energy challenge and support a low-carbon, resource-efficient economy. Aims and objectives of this framework (England) Aim: To contribute to the development of a sustainable workforce for the UK power industry. Objectives: To attract new workers to the industry. To develop occupationally competent workers in a wide range of job roles in the power industry thereby addressing skills shortages. To facilitate progression within the industry. To support the Governments' priority outlined in Skills for Sustainable Growth, to ensure Apprenticeship frameworks offer high-quality, economically-relevant provision. Entry conditions for this framework The Intermediate and Advanced Level Apprenticeship in the Power Industry is open to individuals of any age and does not impose any restrictions to entry. Responsibility for selection and recruitment of apprentices lies with the employer who will have a clear idea of their requirements. The qualifications included within this Apprenticeship are demanding and many employers will look for applicants who have gained 4 GCSEs at grade C or above to demonstrate an ability to complete the Apprenticeship. However, employers are asked to be flexible when recruiting people onto the Apprenticeship. Where employers/providers have robust learner support systems in place (such as tutorials and mentoring programmes), an individual who historically has not done particularly well at reading, writing and numeracy may thrive on an Apprenticeship where the relevance and application of these subjects is understood. The Young Apprenticeship in the Electricity Industry and the Diploma in Engineering provide a useful grounding for this Apprenticeship.

8 Characteristics and attributes: Electricity can be dangerous if not handled correctly so the safety of apprentices, their work colleagues and the public are of the upmost importance in this job. Apprentices must be very safety conscious and have a very responsible attitude to work. These are physically demanding jobs that involve bending and lifting so a basic level of fitness is important to be able to conduct the job efficiently. Overhead Linesworkers and Wind Turbine Technicians will be working at heights so individuals with a fear of heights would not be suited to these roles. These jobs involve work outdoors, so apprentices should be prepared to work in any kind of weather. Apprentices will need to have good practical skills for handling tools and instruments and be prepared for some hard work. This is a very skilled job and some aspects require significant amounts of concentration. Excellent communication skills are needed plus the ability to work within a team and independently. The job may involve travelling as apprentices are often field based and will respond to emergencies day or night. Apprentices therefore need to be adaptable and flexible and a driving license is desirable. Cable core identification is often coloured and in these circumstances correct colour vision is important. If potential applicants are concerned about colour blindness they should discuss this with the recruiting employer to identify the job role(s) that would be most suitable. Apprentices will need an interest in the power industry and in mechanical/electrical/physical equipment and networks.

9 ... level 2 Level 2 Title for this framework at level 2 Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution Pathways for this framework at level 2 Pathway 1: Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution

10 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Level 2, Pathway 1: Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution Description of this pathway The Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution requires a minimum total of 83 credits to be achieved. Entry requirements for this pathway in addition to the framework entry requirements There are no entry requirements for this pathway in addition to the general framework entry requirements.

11 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Job title(s) Cable Jointer Linesperson Electrical Fitter Job role(s) Undertake routine cable jointing activities such as repair, replacement and termination to approved, safe and environmental standards. Conduct routine overhead line activities such as condition assessment, fault repair, maintenance, quality assurance, refurbishment and dismantlement in line with approved, safe and environmental standards. Undertake routine substation activities such as installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of plant and apparatus to maintain the asset to approved, safe and environmental standards.

12 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Qualifications Competence qualifications available to this pathway C1 - City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Underground Cables (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C1a 600/1672/3 City & Guilds N/A C2 - City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Overhead Lines (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C2a 600/1673/5 City & Guilds N/A C3 - City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Substation Plant (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C3a 600/1671/1 City & Guilds N/A Knowledge qualifications available to this pathway K1 - Certificate in Electrical Power Engineering - Distribution and Transmission Technical Knowledge (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K1a 500/9992/9 City & Guilds N/A

13 ... level 2... Pathway 1

14 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Combined qualifications available to this pathway N/A Notes on competence and knowledge qualifications (if any) K1 provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding for C1 - C3.

15 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Transferable skills (England) Functional Skills / GCSE (with enhanced functional content) and Key Skills (England) English Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in English 1 5 GCSE qualification in English (with enhanced functional content) E 5 Key Skills qualification in Communication achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 1 5 GCSE Qualification in English* C N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature* E N/A GCSE or O' Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship.

16 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Mathematics Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics 1 5 GCSE qualification (with enhanced functional content) in Mathematics E 5 Key Skills qualification in Application of Number achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 1 5 GCSE qualification in Mathematics* C N/A A' level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics* E N/A A'Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics* E N/A GCSE or O'Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship. Inclusion of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ICT is not included as a mandatory outcome of this Apprenticeship because these skills are not essential to effective performance in the job roles that this Apprenticeship underpins.

17 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Progression routes into and from this pathway Progression routes into the pathway: Applicants may come from a range of routes including: Work or work experience Training and/or experience which could include a portfolio showing what they have done Academic qualification(s) such as one or more GCSEs Achievement of Key Skills or Functional Skills Successful completion of a Young Apprenticeship for example the Young Apprenticeship in the Power Industry or the Young Apprenticeship in Engineering. Successful completion of a (14-19) Diploma in particular the Diploma in Engineering Individuals must meet the entry conditions (see entry conditions) of the Intermediate Level Apprenticeship and the recruiting employer. Existing members of the workforce may also progress into this Intermediate Level Apprenticeship. Progression routes out of the pathway: The apprentice's knowledge about career pathways, information sources and the names of relevant professional bodies are developed as part of the Employee Rights and Responsibilities component of this Intermediate Level Apprenticeship. Throughout any career in the power industry, individuals will be provided with the necessary on-going on and off job training, including refresher training and new skills training, to enable them to carry out their job role competently. On completion of the Intermediate Level Apprenticeship under normal circumstances graduate apprentices may continue to work as a competent operative in their current job role. Completion of the Intermediate Level Apprenticeship supports progression onto the Advanced Level Apprenticeship in the Power Apprenticeship. Graduate apprentices can also progress horizontally within the industry to complete competence qualifications at the same level or complete components of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship such as level 3 competence units relevant to the job role. For the right individual, this Intermediate Level Apprenticeship can provide a springboard to an exciting career in the industry. For further information on careers in the power industry please visit and

18 ... level 2... Pathway 1 Delivery and assessment of employee rights and responsibilities The nine outcomes of Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) must be met by all apprentices, they ensure that the apprentice: knows and understands the range of employer and employee statutory rights and responsibilities under Employment Law and that employment rights can be affected by other legislation. This covers the apprentice's rights and responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act, other relevant equalities legislation and Health & Safety, together with the responsibilities and duties of employers; knows and understands the procedures and documentation in their organisation which recognise and protect their relationship with their employer. Health & Safety and Equality and Diversity training is an integral part of the apprentice's learning programme; knows and understands the range of sources of information and advice available to them on their employment rights and responsibilities. This includes details of Access to Work and Additional Learning Support; understands the role played by their occupation within their organisation and industry; has an informed view of the types of career pathways that are open to them; know the types of representative bodies and understands their relevance to the industry and organisation, and their main roles and responsibilities; knows where and how to get information and advice on their industry, occupation, training and career; can describe and work within their organisation's principles and codes of practice; recognises and can form a view on issues of public concern that affect their organisation and industry. To ensure full coverage of the nine national outcomes/standards for ERR, an ERR workbook has been developed by EU Skills. The workbook is not accredited, but records and formally assesses learning for ERR and must be completed by all apprentices as one of the mandatory outcomes of the Apprenticeship. Assessment is conducted by the assessor who also assesses the apprentice s competence and knowledge qualifications. Quality assurance is achieved through existing centre Internal Verifier and External Verifier processes. The knowledge in the workbook is intended to be covered throughout the Apprenticeship; therefore, whilst induction is a critical way of meeting some of the ERR requirements; the workbook should be revisited throughout the Apprenticeship to embed learning. Completion of the workbook is evidenced at the certification stage by submission of the workbook sign-off form. This form must be completed by the apprentice and signed by the apprentice, the employer and the training provider in order to verify the knowledge has been

19 ... level 2... Pathway 1 gained by the apprentice throughout the Apprenticeship. An Apprenticeship completion certificate will not be issued without receipt of the ERR workbook sign off form. The workbook can be downloaded from EU Skills website:

20 Level 3 Title for this framework at level 3 Advanced Level Apprenticeship in the Power Industry Pathways for this framework at level 3 Pathway 1: Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance Pathway 2: Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Power Generation Pathway 3: Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution

21 ... Pathway 1 Level 3, Pathway 1: Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance Description of this pathway The Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance requires a minimum total of 151 credits to be achieved. Entry requirements for this pathway in addition to the framework entry requirements There are no entry requirements for this pathway in additional to the general framework entry requirements.

22 ... Pathway 1 Job title(s) Wind Turbine Apprentice Technician Job role(s) Undertaking the inspection and maintenance of wind turbine systems and the location and diagnosis of faults as well as removing and replacing systems and components. Apprentices must comply with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements and will be working with others.

23 ... Pathway 1 Qualifications Competence qualifications available to this pathway C1 - Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Wind Turbine Operations and Maintenance (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C1a 600/0811/8 City & Guilds N/A Knowledge qualifications available to this pathway K1 - Level 3 Diploma In Electrical Power Engineering - Wind Turbine Maintenance (Technical Knowledge) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K1a 600/0604/3 City & Guilds N/A

24 ... Pathway 1 Combined qualifications available to this pathway N/A Notes on competence and knowledge qualifications (if any) K1 provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding for C1.

25 ... Pathway 1 Transferable skills (England) Functional Skills / GCSE (with enhanced functional content) and Key Skills (England) English Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in English 2 5 GCSE qualification in English (with enhanced functional content) C 5 Key Skills qualification in Communication achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE Qualification in English* C N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature* E N/A GCSE or O' Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship.

26 ... Pathway 1 Mathematics Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics 2 5 GCSE qualification (with enhanced functional content) in Mathematics C 5 Key Skills qualification in Application of Number achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE qualification in Mathematics* C N/A A' level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics* E N/A A'Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics* E N/A GCSE or O'Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship. Inclusion of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ICT is not included as a mandatory outcome of this Apprenticeship because these skills are not essential to effective performance in the job roles that this Apprenticeship underpins.

27 ... Pathway 1 Progression routes into and from this pathway Progression routes into the pathway: Applicants may come from a range of routes including: Work or work experience Training and/or experience which could include a portfolio showing what they have done Academic qualification(s) such as five GCSEs grade A* - C and including maths and English Achievement of Key Skills or Functional Skills Successful completion of a relevant Intermediate Level Apprenticeship, for example in Engineering. Successful completion of a (14-19) Diploma in particular the Diploma in Engineering Individuals must meet the entry conditions (see entry conditions) of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship and the recruiting employer. Existing members of the workforce may also progress into this Advanced Level Apprenticeship. Progression routes out of the pathway: The apprentice's knowledge about career pathways, information sources and the names of relevant professional bodies are developed as part of the Employee Rights and Responsibilities component of this Advanced Level Apprenticeship. Throughout any career in the power industry, individuals will be provided with the necessary on-going on and off job training, including refresher training and new skills training, to enable them to carry out their job role competently. On completion of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship under normal circumstances graduate apprentices may continue to work as a competent operative in their current job role. Progression thereafter will depend on the performance and motivation of the individual and the vacancies/opportunities available within the organisation and other organisations in the industry. For the right individual, this Advanced Level Apprenticeship can provide a springboard to an exciting career in the power industry. A vertical progression pathway could be as follows: Apprentice Technician Trainee Technician Competent Technician/Technician - Authorised Technician Trainee Site Supervisor Site Supervisor Senior Site Supervisor. When an individual reaches Authorised Technician horizontal progression opportunities are available. An Authorised Technician could progress to a Blade Technician or to a Safety Trainer and then Technical Trainer.

28 ... Pathway 1 For further information on careers in the power industry please visit and UCAS points for this pathway: Not applicable

29 ... Pathway 1 Delivery and assessment of employee rights and responsibilities The nine outcomes of Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) must be met by all apprentices, they ensure that the apprentice: knows and understands the range of employer and employee statutory rights and responsibilities under Employment Law and that employment rights can be affected by other legislation. This covers the apprentice's rights and responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act, other relevant equalities legislation and Health & Safety, together with the responsibilities and duties of employers; knows and understands the procedures and documentation in their organisation which recognise and protect their relationship with their employer. Health & Safety and Equality and Diversity training is an integral part of the apprentice's learning programme; knows and understands the range of sources of information and advice available to them on their employment rights and responsibilities. This includes details of Access to Work and Additional Learning Support; understands the role played by their occupation within their organisation and industry; has an informed view of the types of career pathways that are open to them; know the types of representative bodies and understands their relevance to the industry and organisation, and their main roles and responsibilities; knows where and how to get information and advice on their industry, occupation, training and career; can describe and work within their organisation's principles and codes of practice; recognises and can form a view on issues of public concern that affect their organisation and industry. Whilst some ERR is covered within the knowledge qualification this is not sufficient to meet the national standard outlined above. To ensure full coverage an ERR workbook has been developed by EU Skills. The workbook is not accredited, but records and formally assesses learning for ERR and must be completed by all apprentices as one of the mandatory outcomes of the Apprenticeship. Assessment is conducted by the assessor who also assesses the apprentice s competence and knowledge qualifications. Quality assurance is achieved through existing centre Internal Verifier and External Verifier processes. The knowledge in the workbook is intended to be covered throughout the Apprenticeship, therefore, whilst induction is a critical way of meeting some of the ERR requirements; the workbook should be revisited throughout the Apprenticeship to embed learning. Completion of the workbook is evidenced at the certification stage by submission of the workbook sign-off form. This form must be completed by the apprentice and signed by the

30 ... Pathway 1 apprentice, the employer and the training provider in order to verify the knowledge has been gained by the apprentice throughout the Apprenticeship. An Apprenticeship completion certificate will not be issued without receipt of the ERR workbook sign off form. The workbook can be downloaded from EU Skills website:

31 ... Pathway 2 Level 3, Pathway 2: Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Power Generation Description of this pathway The Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Power Generation requires a minimum total of 164 credits to be achieved. Entry requirements for this pathway in addition to the framework entry requirements There are no entry requirements for this pathway in additional to the general framework entry requirements.

32 ... Pathway 2 Job title(s) Craftsperson/Fitter - Electrical Craftsperson/Fitter - Mechanical Craftsperson/Fitter - Electrical + Mechanical Craftsperson/Fitter - Control + Instrumentation Craftsperson/Fitter - Electrical + Control + Instrumentation Job role(s) Conduct complex + routine activities that include the maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis + repair of electrical plant + assets. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safety + environmental standards + regulations. Controlling + directing resources. Conduct complex + routine activities that include the maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis + repair of mechanical plant + assets. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safety + environmental standards + regulations. Controlling + directing resources. Conduct complex + routine activities including the maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis + repair of electrical + mechanical plant + assets. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safety + environmental standards + regulations. Controlling + directing resources. Conduct complex + routine activities including the maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis + repair of control + instrumentation plant + assets. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safety + environmental standards + regulations. Controlling + directing resources. Conduct complex + routine activities including maintenance, inspection, fault diagnosis + repair of electrical + control + instrumentation plant + assets. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safety+ environmental standards + regulations. Controlling + directing resources.

33 ... Pathway 2 Qualifications Competence qualifications available to this pathway C1 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Power Plant Maintenance (Electrical) (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C1a 500/9729/5 City & Guilds N/A C2 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Power Plant Maintenance (Mechanical) (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C2a 500/9730/1 City & Guilds N/A C3 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Power Plant Maintenance (Combined Electrical & Mechanical) (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C3a 500/9986/3 City & Guilds N/A C4 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Power Plant Maintenance (Control & Instrumentation) (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C4a 500/9731/3 City & Guilds N/A

34 ... Pathway 2 Competence qualifications available to this pathway(cont.) C5 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Power Plant Maintenance (Combined Electrical and Control & Instrumentation) (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C5a 500/9778/7 City & Guilds N/A C6 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Power Plant Maintenance (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C6a 500/9732/5 City & Guilds N/A Knowledge qualifications available to this pathway K1 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K1a 500/8098/2 Edexcel N/A K2 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K2a 500/8097/0 Edexcel N/A

35 ... Pathway 2 K3 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (Specialist: Operations and Maintenance) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K3a 500/8163/9 Edexcel N/A

36 ... Pathway 2 Knowledge qualifications available to this pathway(cont.) K4 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K4a 500/7315/1 Edexcel N/A K5 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K5a 500/7317/5 Edexcel N/A K6 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K6a 500/7283/3 Edexcel N/A K7 - EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K7a 500/7296/1 Edexcel N/A

37 ... Pathway 2 Combined qualifications available to this pathway N/A Notes on competence and knowledge qualifications (if any) K1 and K2 both provide appropriate underpinning knowledge and understanding for C1, C3 and C5. K3, K4 and K5 provide appropriate underpinning knowledge and understanding for C4, C5 and C6. K6 and K7 both provide appropriate underpinning knowledge and understanding for C2 and C3.

38 ... Pathway 2 Transferable skills (England) Functional Skills / GCSE (with enhanced functional content) and Key Skills (England) English Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in English 2 5 GCSE qualification in English (with enhanced functional content) C 5 Key Skills qualification in Communication achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE Qualification in English* C N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature* E N/A GCSE or O' Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship.

39 ... Pathway 2 Mathematics Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics 2 5 GCSE qualification (with enhanced functional content) in Mathematics C 5 Key Skills qualification in Application of Number achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE qualification in Mathematics* C N/A A' level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics* E N/A A'Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics* E N/A GCSE or O'Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship.

40 ... Pathway 2 ICT Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) 2 5 GCSE qualification in ICT (with enhanced functional content) C 5 Key Skills qualification in ICT achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE qualification in ICT* C N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in ICT* N/A GCSE or O'Level qualification in ICT** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in ICT** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship. Inclusion of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ICT is included at level 2. Progression routes into and from this pathway Progression routes into the pathway: Applicants may come from a range of routes including: Work or work experience Training and/or experience which could include a portfolio showing what they have done Academic qualification(s) such as five GCSEs grade A* - C and including maths and English Achievement of Key Skills or Functional Skills Successful completion of a relevant Intermediate Level Apprenticeship for example, in Engineering. Successful completion of a (14-19) Diploma in particular the Diploma in Engineering Individuals must meet the entry conditions (see entry conditions) of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship and the recruiting employer. Existing members of the workforce may also progress into this Advanced Level

41 ... Pathway 2 Apprenticeship. Progression routes out of the pathway: The apprentice's knowledge about career pathways, information sources and the names of relevant professional bodies are developed as part of the Employee Rights and Responsibilities component of this Advanced Level Apprenticeship. Throughout any career in the power industry, individuals will be provided with the necessary on-going on and off the job training, including refresher training and new skills training, to enable them to carry out their job role competently. On completion of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship under normal circumstances graduate apprentices may continue to work as a competent operative in their current job role. Progression thereafter will depend on the performance and motivation of the individual and the vacancies/opportunities available within the organisation and other organisations in the industry. The following Foundation Degrees are available and provide future progression opportunities for graduate apprentices: Electrical Power Engineering and Renewable Energy delivered by Loughborough College Electrical Power Engineering delivered by Loughborough College Engineering for Power Industries delivered by Selby College Power Systems Management delivered by Loughborough College Engineering delivered widely across the UK For the right individual, this Advanced Level Apprenticeship can provide a springboard to an exciting career in the power industry. For further information on careers in the power industry please visit and UCAS points for this pathway: Not applicable

42 ... Pathway 2 Delivery and assessment of employee rights and responsibilities The nine outcomes of Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) must be met by all apprentices, they ensure that the apprentice: knows and understands the range of employer and employee statutory rights and responsibilities under Employment Law and that employment rights can be affected by other legislation. This covers the apprentice's rights and responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act, other relevant equalities legislation and Health & Safety, together with the responsibilities and duties of employers; knows and understands the procedures and documentation in their organisation which recognise and protect their relationship with their employer. Health & Safety and Equality and Diversity training is an integral part of the apprentice's learning programme; knows and understands the range of sources of information and advice available to them on their employment rights and responsibilities. This includes details of Access to Work and Additional Learning Support; understands the role played by their occupation within their organisation and industry; has an informed view of the types of career pathways that are open to them; know the types of representative bodies and understands their relevance to the industry and organisation, and their main roles and responsibilities; knows where and how to get information and advice on their industry, occupation, training and career; can describe and work within their organisation's principles and codes of practice; recognises and can form a view on issues of public concern that affect their organisation and industry. To ensure full coverage of the nine national outcomes/standards for ERR an ERR workbook has been developed by EU Skills. The workbook is not accredited, but records and formally assesses learning for ERR and must be completed by all apprentices as one of the mandatory outcomes of the Apprenticeship. Assessment is conducted by the assessor who also assesses the apprentice s competence and knowledge qualifications. Quality assurance is achieved through existing centre Internal Verifier and External Verifier processes. The knowledge in the workbook is intended to be covered throughout the Apprenticeship, therefore, whilst Induction is a critical way of meeting some of the ERR requirements; the workbook should be revisited throughout the Apprenticeship to embed learning. Completion of the workbook is evidenced at the certification stage by submission of the workbook sign-off form. This form must be completed by the apprentice and signed by the apprentice, the employer and the training provider in order to verify the knowledge has been

43 ... Pathway 2 gained by the apprentice throughout the Apprenticeship. An Apprenticeship completion certificate will not be issued without receipt of the ERR workbook sign off form. The workbook can be downloaded from EU Skills website:

44 ... Pathway 3 Level 3, Pathway 3: Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution Description of this pathway The Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Power Transmission and Distribution requires a minimum total of 154 credits to be achieved. Entry requirements for this pathway in addition to the framework entry requirements There are no entry requirements for this pathway in additional to the general framework entry requirements.

45 ... Pathway 3 Job title(s) Linesperson Cable Jointer Electrical Fitter Job role(s) Conduct routine (i.e. fault repair and maintenance) and non routine/complex overhead line activities such as fault investigation, whilst controlling and directing resources. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safe and environmental standards and regulations. Conduct routine (i.e. cable repair, replacement and termination) and non routine/complex cable jointing activities i.e. fault investigation, whilst controlling and directing resources. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safe and environmental standards and regulations. Conduct routine (i.e. installation and repair of plant apparatus) and non routine/complex substation activities such as fault investigation, whilst controlling and directing resources. Working on own initiative with limited supervision to approved, safe and environmental standards and regulations.

46 ... Pathway 3 Qualifications Competence qualifications available to this pathway C1 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Overhead Lines (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C1a 500/7318/7 City & Guilds N/A C2 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Lead Overhead Lines Person (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C2a 500/8007/6 City & Guilds N/A C3 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Substation Plant (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C3a 500/7323/0 City & Guilds N/A C4 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Lead Substation Crafts Person (NVQ) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C4a 500/7971/2 City & Guilds N/A

47 ... Pathway 3 Competence qualifications available to this pathway(cont.) C5 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Power Engineering - Underground Cables (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points C5a 500/7324/2 City & Guilds N/A Knowledge qualifications available to this pathway K1 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma In Electrical Power Engineering - Distribution and Transmission (Technical Knowledge) (QCF) No. Ref no. Awarding organisation Guided learning hours UCAS points K1a 600/1221/3 City & Guilds N/A

48 ... Pathway 3 Combined qualifications available to this pathway N/A Notes on competence and knowledge qualifications (if any) K1 provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding for C1-C5.

49 ... Pathway 3 Transferable skills (England) Functional Skills / GCSE (with enhanced functional content) and Key Skills (England) English Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in English 2 5 GCSE qualification in English (with enhanced functional content) C 5 Key Skills qualification in Communication achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE Qualification in English* C N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature* E N/A GCSE or O' Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Literature** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in English Language and Literature** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship.

50 ... Pathway 3 Mathematics Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in Mathematics 2 5 GCSE qualification (with enhanced functional content) in Mathematics C 5 Key Skills qualification in Application of Number achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE qualification in Mathematics* C N/A A' level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics* E N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics* E N/A A'Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics* E N/A GCSE or O'Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Pure Mathematics** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in Further Mathematics** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship.

51 ... The Power Industry... Pathway 3 ICT Minimum level or grade Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) 2 5 GCSE qualification in ICT (with enhanced functional content) C 5 Key Skills qualification in ICT achieved either before September 2013 as part of the Apprenticeship, or...* 2 5 GCSE qualification in ICT* C N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in ICT* N/A GCSE or O'Level qualification in ICT** A N/A A' Level or AS Level qualification in ICT** A N/A * achieved before September 2012 and within the 5 years immediately prior to starting an Apprenticeship. ** achieved before September 2012, otherwise at any time prior to starting the Apprenticeship. Inclusion of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ICT is included at level 2. Progression routes into and from this pathway Progression routes into the pathway: Applicants may come from a range of routes including: Work or work experience Training and/or experience which could include a portfolio showing what they have done Academic qualification(s) such as five GCSEs grade A* - C and including maths and English Achievement of Key Skills or Functional Skills Successful completion of a relevant Intermediate Level Apprenticeship for example, in Engineering. Successful completion of a (14-19) Diploma in particular the Diploma in Engineering Individuals must meet the entry conditions (see entry conditions) of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship and the recruiting employer.

52 ... Pathway 3 Existing members of the workforce may also progress into this Advanced Level Apprenticeship. Progression routes out of the pathway: The apprentice's knowledge about career pathways, information sources and the names of relevant professional bodies are developed as part of the Employee Rights and Responsibilities component of this Advanced Level Apprenticeship. Throughout any career in the power industry, individuals will be provided with the necessary on-going on and off job training, including refresher training and new skills training, to enable them to carry out their job role competently. On completion of the Advanced Level Apprenticeship under normal circumstances graduate apprentices may continue to work as a competent operative in their current job role. Progression thereafter will depend on the performance and motivation of the individual and the vacancies/opportunities available within the organisation and other organisations in the industry. The following Foundation Degrees are available and provide future progression opportunities for graduate apprentices: Electrical Power Engineering and Renewable Energy delivered by Loughborough College Electrical Power Engineering delivered by Loughborough College Engineering for Power Industries delivered by Selby College Power Systems Management delivered by Loughborough College Engineering delivered widely across the UK For the right individual, this Advanced Level Apprenticeship can provide a springboard to an exciting career in the power industry. For further information on careers in the power industry please visit and UCAS points for this pathway: Not applicable