Mechatronics Apprentice Review

by AWE

Rating

5.1/10

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

Currently I spend a quarter my time perform simulated tasks in a controlled environment and spend the other doing written work, such as K questions and writeups in order to use as Evidence.

3/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Ive learnt a lot of new skills during the first two years of my apprenticeship but as im coming to the end of my Unit 2, i have learnt very little in the past few months.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the practical side of the job, however the theory based side is very unorganised and unclear as to what is required, there is also a lot of theory work that feels unnecessary and useless which dramatically brings down the enjoyment of my course.

5/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

its not very organised, it feels chaotic and unorganised and leaves me and many others feeling confused and frustrated. I have suffered countless delays with getting work signed off and submitted as well as having severe delays in waiting for simulated tasks to become available.

2/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer, however when feedback is provided it feels as if it goes no where.

7/10

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

when getting help with practical work the support is really good and the training providers are really helpful. However when it comes to getting paperwork signed off or getting simulated tasks provided, there is little support and often leads to delays

6/10

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

I feel that eventually the course will give me the skills I need.

6/10

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.)

Yes

5/10

9a. Would you recommend AWE to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would recommend the company as its a good company to work for. However i would not recommend the Mechatronics Maintenance course.

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

I would recommend applying for one of the singular trade apprenticeships, such as C&I Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance and Mechanical Maintenance. I would not recommended the Mechatronics Maintenance Apprenticeship.