Mechanical Engineer Higher Apprentice Review

by Babcock

Rating

6.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Full time at college within the first year completing HNC mechanical engineering and learning the practical side of the job as well. We will be at Devonport Dockyard in September with one day at college per week.

    7/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Learnt how to work mills and lathes in the machine workshop, along with stripping down Diesal engines. In our theory work we have completed exams and assignments on Engineering materials, engineering maths and Computer Aided Design (CAD).

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy the variety of the work we do and developing a new skill. Also seeing a clear pathway of progression.

    8/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • 5/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • 6/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • 7/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Developing practical skills but also the theory behind those and achieving a qualification along the way.

    7/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • 1/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Babcock to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Clear career pathway, competitive rates of pay and achieving a respected qualification.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Babcock?

    • Practice interview skills and gain knowledge about the company. Speak to other people that have already been employed as an apprentice.

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

Plymouth

April 2021

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