Qualification: EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Composite Engineering
Level: Level 3
Qualification Number: 600/8086/3
Duration: 18 months (standard delivery)
Assessment Meetings: 18 included as standard
Standard Cost: £3,000 + VAT*
Registration & Certification Fee: £200
Delivery: Workplace-based
Course Overview
The EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Composite Engineering is designed for individuals working within composite engineering who want to demonstrate and develop their practical competence in the workplace.The qualification combines essential engineering competencies with specialist composite manufacturing skills. Learners complete three mandatory assessment routes before selecting two optional assessment routes that are relevant to their role and the composite processes used within their workplace.Specialist areas available include composite moulding and laminating techniques, curing and consolidation, trimming, bonding, assembly, installation, finishing, repair and defect identification.
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is suited to employees working within composite engineering and manufacturing environments where they have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills through their normal workplace activities.It may be particularly relevant to employees involved in areas such as:Composite manufacturing and production
Laminating and moulding
Composite assembly
Bonding and installation
Trimming and finishing
Composite repair
Inspection and defect identification
Specialist Assessment Routes
Not sure which pathway is right for you? Consult with us and our team will work with you and your employer to understand your role and requirements and identify the most suitable pathway.
Learners can develop and demonstrate competence across a wide range of composite engineering processes. Available specialist assessment routes include:Wet lay-up laminatingSpray lay-up laminatingResin flow infusionResin film infusionPre-preg laminatingResin transfer mouldingHot press mouldingFilament windingPultrusionATL/AFP laminatingCuring and consolidation equipmentTrimming composite mouldings using hand toolsBonding composite mouldingsProducing composite assembliesInstalling composite mouldingsApplying finishes to composite mouldingsRepairing composite mouldingsIdentifying defects in composite mouldings
Duration
Our standard delivery period for the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Composite Engineering is 18 months, with up to 18 assessment meetings included within the standard cost.The programme is workplace-based, allowing learners to demonstrate their competence through activities relevant to their role and employer.
Fees & Delivery
Standard Cost: £3,000 + VAT*The standard cost covers one learner at one location and includes:Standard delivery over 18 months
Up to 18 assessment meetings
Workplace-based assessment throughout the programme
Discounts are available where two, three or four learners start at the same time and at the same location.
Additional assessment visits required beyond the standard 18 meetings will be charged separately.
A £200 registration and certification fee is also chargeable.
*Standard cost applies to one learner at one location and covers delivery within the standard 18-month programme and 18 assessment meetings.