Electrical fitting and assembly – Apprenticeship unit
Level 2 · IntermediateEngineering and manufacturing
About this apprenticeship
What it involves
This apprenticeship unit covers the core skills of electrical fitting and assembly within manufacturing environments, providing a focused qualification in the practical assembly of electrical components and systems. You will learn how to read wiring diagrams, assemble electrical subassemblies, and test finished work to quality standards. It is typically used as part of a broader engineering or manufacturing apprenticeship programme.
On the job
What you’ll learn
Reading and interpreting electrical wiring diagrams and schematics
Assembly techniques for electrical components, connectors, and looms
Safe use of hand tools and assembly equipment for electrical work
Quality checking of assemblies against specifications and tolerances
Soldering techniques for PCB assembly and wiring
Basic electrical testing: continuity, insulation, and functional checks
Health and safety in manufacturing and electrical assembly environments
On the job
What you’ll do day to day
Assemble electrical wiring looms, panels, or subassemblies from drawings
Crimp, solder, and terminate wires to the correct specification
Carry out continuity and insulation tests on completed assemblies
Inspect work against quality standards and record outcomes
Report non-conformances and faulty components to the supervisor
Maintain a clean and organised assembly workstation
Follow ESD (electrostatic discharge) precautions when handling sensitive components
The deal
How this apprenticeship works
You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there
What you need to start
Level 2 (Intermediate) - roughly GCSE level. Often open with few or no formal qualifications - a strong first step. Some employers ask for a couple of GCSEs.
What’s next: Typically leads on to a Level 3 (Advanced) apprenticeship.
Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.
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