Student Handbook September 2014 - July 2015

Contact:- A. Walsh – Head of Education LTC Burnley

Brown Street Burnley Lancashire BB11 1PN

Telephone: 01772 564627 Email: admin@ltc-training.co.uk

WELCOME

On behalf of the staff and Further Education tutors I am very pleased to welcome you to LTC Training. We would like you to enjoy your time as a student and hope that you benefit from your learning experience. Our wide range of courses are designed to allow students the opportunity to reach their true potential, we hope you make the most of these opportunities. LTC Training prides itself on the high level of support and guidance it offers to students. The information contained in this booklet will give you details of how LTC Training will help you throughout your time spent here. We wish you every success with your studies and the achievement of your personal goals. Alistair Walsh Head of Education LTC Training - Burnley

CONTENTS

Page Number 1 Learning Opportunities 2 Programme Aim & Qualifications Available 3 Senior Tutors & Tutorial Staff 4-8 Programme & Programme Definitions 9 Classroom Guidelines 10 Programme Delivery 11 Assessment, Tests, Criteria & Grades 12 Assessment Deadlines 13 Assessment Appeals Procedure 14 Re-sits 15 Referrals 16 Attendance, Lateness & Absences 17-18 Discipline 19-20 Grievances 21 Health & Safety 22 Mandatory Equipment List 23 Term Timetable, Holidays and assignment deadlines 24 Learner/Student agreement

Learning Opportunities

During the first few weeks of the course you should familiarise yourself with the course and course tutors. The Training Centre is keen for you to settle down as soon as possible, and the staff will make every effort to help you do so. LTC Training aims to maintain high quality teaching, training and effective learning for all students. Suitably qualified and experienced staff will teach you. Teaching and learning is linked to an agreed syllabus and lecturers will provide learning and assessment programmes which aim to enable you to achieve your learning goals. Programme staff regularly review and monitor the quality of courses to ensure relevance and accessibility as part of the quality assurance system and you will be given the opportunity to make your views known about the quality of your course through student questionnaires and course review meetings attended by elected student representatives.

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Programme Aim The aim of the programme is to provide a nationally recognised vocational qualification for people employed in the engineering sector.

Qualifications Available The Higher National Certificate Diploma in Manufacturing, Operations Engineering and Electrical/Electronic Engineering, awarded by the Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) Edexcel. The National Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing, Operations & Maintenance, Fabrication & Welding or Electrical/Electronic Engineering, awarded by the Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) Edexcel.

BTEC First Diploma in Engineering, awarded by Edexcel. Level 2 Certificate in Engineering 2850-22 Fabrication & Welding Technology, awarded by City & Guilds. L3 Diploma in Engineering 2850-32 Fabrication & Welding Technology awarded by City and Guilds

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LTC Training Staff – Burnley Site R. Walsh LTC Director A. Walsh Head of Education for LTC Training, Burnley T. Edge Quality Manager & Senior Tutor (Operations &

Maintenance) D Monks Operations Manager K. MacInnes Senior Tutor (Manufacturing Engineering) G. Jeremie Senior Tutor (Electrical Engineering) J. Ollerton Manufacturing Engineering Tutor K. Thompson Manufacturing Engineering Tutor G. Ogden Engineering Maths & Science Tutor S. Hannon Engineering Maths & Science Tutor G. Holding Electrical Engineering Tutor K. Sturley Electrical Engineering Tutor K Davis Manufacturing Engineering Tutor R Dialimas Electrical Engineering Tutor D Eccles Engineering Maths and Science Tutor A Duckworth Manufacturing Engineering Tutor G Ellis IT Technician C Hornby Electrical Engineering Tutor J Jones Manufacturing Engineering Tutor D Morne Electrical Engineering Tutor M Sturzaker Manufacturing Engineering Tutor

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The Programme

A programme team, made up of the Operations Manager, Module Tutors and a Further Education Co-ordinator administer the programme.

BTEC Programme Definition

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (QCF) Duration 1yr Part-time day release or block release Title

Maths for Engineering Technicians Applications Elec & Mech Science for Technicians

Selecting Materials, Production Planning Electrical Devices & Communications Workplace Organisation & Standard Operating Proc Application of Quality Control & Measurement in Eng

Working Safe & Effectively in Eng, Inter & Using Engineering Information

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering (QCF) Duration 2 yrs Part-time day release or block release.

Year 1 Mathematics for Technicians Properties & Applications of Engineering Materials Engineering Primary Forming Processes Mechanical Principles & Applications Engineering Drawing for Technicians Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace Year 2 Further Maths for Technicians Engineering Design Electrical Electronic Principles Communications for Engineering Technicians Engineering Project Business Operations in Engineering

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BTEC Level 3 Diploma Electrical & Electronic Engineering (QCF) Duration 2 yrs Part-time Day Release.

Year 1 Principles & Applications of Analogue Electronics Electrical & Electronic Principles

Maths for Engineering Technicians Principles & Applications of Electronic Devices Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace

Micro Processor Systems & Applications Year 2 Further Electrical Principles Communications for Engineering Technicians Business Operations in Engineering Construction & Applications of Digital Systems Engineering Project Further Maths for Technicians BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Operations & Maintenance Engineering QCF) Duration 2 yrs Part-time day release.

Year 1 Mathematics for Technicians Properties & Applications of Engineering Materials Engineering Primary Forming Processes Mechanical Principles & Applications Engineering Drawing for Technicians Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace Year 2 Further Maths for Technicians Engineering Design Electrical Electronic Principles Communications for Engineering Technicians Engineering Project Business Operations in Engineering

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BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma Electrical/Electronic Engineering (QCF) Duration 2 yrs Part-time day release.

Year 1 Electrical & Electronic Principles Analytical Methods Maths

Micro Process Systems Engineering Science Electrical Engineering Science Mechanical

Health & Safety Risk Assessment

Year 2 Project Design Implementation & Evaluation Electrical & Electronic Measurement & Testing Business Management Techniques Further Analytical Methods Maths

Electrical & Electronic Digital Principles Electronic Principles

BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma Manufacturing (QCF) Duration 2 yrs Part-time day release.

Year 1 Analytical Methods Maths

Engineering Science Electrical Engineering Science Mechanical

Manufacturing Processes Materials Engineering Health & Safety Risk Assessment in Engineering Year 2 Design for Manufacture Project Design Implementation & Evaluation Management of Project Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Further Analytical Methods ( Maths) Business Management Techniques for Engineers

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BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma Operations Engineering (QCF) Duration 2 yrs Part-time day release. Year 1 Analytical Methods Maths

Engineering Science Electrical Engineering Science Mechanical Plant & Process Principles Health & Safety Risk Assessment Materials Engineering Year 2 Plant Maintenance & Decommissioning Management of Projects Project, Design Implementation & Evaluation Business Management Techniques for Engineers Further Analytical Methods (Maths) Electrical and Electronic Digital Principles

City & Guilds City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Engineering (QCF) 2850-22 Fabrication & Welding Technology Duration 1 Yr Part time Day Release. Core Unit 201 Working in Engineering. Core Unit 202 Principles of Engineering Technology Unit 212 Principles of Fabrication & Welding Technology Optional units Unit 214 Welding by Mig Process Unit 217 Fabricating Sheet Metal Work City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (QCF) 2850-32 Fabrication & Welding Duration 2 yrs Part-time day release.

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YEAR 1

Unit Title 2850-301 Engineering Health and Safety 2850-302 Engineering Principles 2850-305 Principles of Fabrication & Welding YEAR 2

Unit Title

2850-311 MIG Welding of Materials 2850-313 Plate Work Fabrication of Materials 2850-316 Pattern Development for Fabrication

BTEC National Certificate Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering Fabrication & Welding Year 1 Engineering Drawing for Technicians Mathematics for Engineering Technicians Fabrication Process & Technology Properties & Applications Engineering Materials Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace Mechanical Principles & Applications Year 2 Business Operations in Engineering Communications for Engineering Technicians Engineering Project Welding Technology Engineering Design Further Maths for Technicians

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CLASSROOM GUIDELINES

FOOD OR DRINK IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOMS, BOTTLED WATER IS PERMISSABLE. HEADWEAR IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOMS. HEADPHONES/EARPHONES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOMS. THE WEARING OF SHORTS / CUT- OFFS IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOMS. MOBILE PHONES MUST BE SWITCHED OFF FOR THE DURATION OF THE LESSON. ANYONE FOUND IGNORING THESE RULES WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE & YOUR COMPANY INFORMED.

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PROGRAMME DELIVERY HNC / NC - normally part-time day release for two years when five/six units will be studied each year. BTEC registration is valid for five years; therefore it is possible for learners to complete the programme over an extended period if the normal mode of attendance is not practical or is interrupted. The learning is normally, spread over 36 weeks, from September to July and is divided into three, twelve week blocks. The modules studied each block, will normally be fully assessed and accredited during that period. Regular attendance is therefore essential as each day represents approximately 1/12th of the module delivery time. Where modules run over more than one block, there will be assessment of learner progress during the period over which the subject is studied and credit given on successful completion of the module. Individual BTEC lessons are typically 1 hr 20 min duration, with six periods per day being allocated to each module being studied. Individual City and Guilds lessons are typically 2 hrs duration, with a 10 minute break after 1 hour during theory lessons. There are four periods per day allocated to each module being studied this delivery time consists of both theoretical and practical work. Registration is required on the City and Guilds course; an individual lifetime registration number will be issued. The current centre calendar and programme timetable are available from the F.E Co-ordinator if you are not given one during induction.

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ASSESSMENT & TEST

The assessment for each module is a combination of continuous in-course assessment external moderation and an End of Unit Test. This may vary between units from 100% in-course assessment to 60% in-course and 40% end test or 100% end test. The in-course assessment will usually consist of laboratory investigations and assignments spread throughout the block and may include short progress tests. End tests are structured to cover all the principle objectives of the unit. Results will be fed back to students via the student report, with copies sent to the student’s employer. GUIDE TO MARKING SCHEME

BTEC L2 Diploma

The Diploma consists of a one year course and six subjects, topics or units Overall grades are:- U – ungraded caused by failure to achieve a pass grade R – re-sit caused by insufficient attendance at lectures failure to submit assignments, non-attendance at examinations tests or re-sits P – Pass grade achieved by answering simple problems in tests or assignments based on syllabus outcomes. M – Merit grade achieved by answering more difficult problems in tests or assignments based on syllabus outcomes. D – Distinction grade achieved by solving even more problems in tests or assignments based on syllabus outcomes. Points are awarded for each grade as follows: - P = 5; M = 6; D = 7; and both U and R = 0. It is essential to pass all subjects to gain the BTEC First Diploma. The subject grades are submitted to BTEC who calculate the points, and award the certificates.

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BTEC Level 3 Diploma

The Level 3 Diploma consists of a two-year course and twelve topics. Overall grades, points awarded, test or assignment procedures and marking systems are similar to those used in the Level 2 Diploma but the content is at a higher level. It is essential to pass all subjects to gain the BTEC Level 3 Diploma. The subject grades are submitted to BTEC who calculate the points, and award the certificates. A minimum of 3 Merits over the twelve subjects must be achieved to be considered to progress to Higher National ASSESSMENT DEADLINES 1 Dates and times for the final submission of projects and

assignment work must be agreed when work is issued. Learners are encouraged to submit work early. The deadline should be seen as the latest date for the completion of a piece of work.

2 Subject to proven and reasonable circumstances, a rearranged test

date may be agreed between tutor and learner. 3 If a learner is absent on the day an assignment is issued, it

becomes his/her responsibility to obtain all the details for that assignment.

All incomplete end tests or re-sits for the academic year will take place week commencing Monday 6th July 2015.

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ASSESSMENT APPEALS PROCEDURES The following procedure has been agreed by the programme delivery team regarding assessments. At the beginning of each module, tutors must give learners details of the assessment plan for that module and the particular requirements for assessment. For learners who wish to appeal against internal assessment decisions the following procedure is available. Initially discussion should take place between the learner and the assessor and then the learner and his/her Career Development Adviser. If these discussions do not result in a satisfactory solution, the learner may then wish to move into the appeals process. This is a staged process: Stage 1. The learner may request a second assessment from another of the programme tutors/assessors. Stage 2. The internal verifier may be approached to review the evidence produced. Stage 3. The learner may request the BTEC or City and Guilds external verifier to review the evidence. The decision of the BTEC or City and Guilds external verifier is final.

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RE-SITS 1. Resists are allowed for all phase tests below the level of a pass. It

should rarely be necessary for any learner to have two re-sits for the same phase test. This would only be allowed with the consent of the programme team.

2. Re-sits are allowed for end tests only with the consent of the

programme team. As a general rule a re-sit would be allowed if a learner obtains a referral in an end-test, although this is not guaranteed. Any decision made by the programme team will take into account all assessments for that particular module, and if the situation arises at the end of the programme the learner’s overall performance will be taken into consideration.

3. All final assignments must be COMPLETED and handed in on your

normal college day week commencing: Monday 08th June 2015 Friday 19th June 2015 - HNC 4. All incomplete end tests or re-sits will take place week commencing

Monday 8th July 2015.

NOTE: An administration fee may be charged for each re-sit or assignment resubmitted after the module has been completed.

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REFERRALS

1. A learner should be allowed up to two weeks after the completion of a module in which to submit any outstanding work, however learners in the last block of the programme or a non-modular programme may not gain accreditation until the following academic year. NOTE: this could have serious implications on your career or future plans, learners are advised to consider these implications when deadlines are agreed. Late submission may also involve a reduction in marks as outlined above, see policy on deadlines.

2. Work submitted after this two-week period will be referred to the programme team. The programme team will agree on one of the following courses of action:

a) PASS Accept work as in 1. above.

b) REFER Refuse to accept work but agree to accept a further piece of work to be determined by subject tutor.

c) FAIL Refuse work, repeat the full module.

3. If a piece of work is referred (as in 2(b)) it will be graded pass or

fail. Fail will require the full module to be re-taken.

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ATTENDANCE

The programme team strongly recommend that learners maintain an excellent attendance rate in order to satisfactorily meet the requirements of each module. Each day of attendance represents one twelfth of the module delivery time, therefore full and regular attendance is extremely important for a successful outcome. LATENESS After two occurrences of being late for lectures the learner will be given a class warning by the course tutor and the warning recorded. A further occurrence will result in the learner’s employer-sponsor being informed. If, due to unforeseen circumstances, no member of the college staff arrives for a timetabled lecture at the arranged time, the class should wait for 15 minutes and then report to reception and inform staff of the situation. ABSENCES All unauthorised absences will be reported immediately to the learner’s employer/sponsor. If you are unable to attend classes on your timetable day, please inform the F.E. Team Leader. Telephone 01772 564627 NOTE: following four consecutive unauthorised absences learners will be considered to have withdrawn from the programme.

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DISCIPLINE

What is discipline?

Discipline is about having rules and regulations that set out what is acceptable in terms of behaviour, attitude, conduct, timekeeping, absence etc and following them when in the training centre, on an employer’s premises or during off-the-job training sessions.

If you break the rules the disciplinary procedure is there to tell you what will happen, how it will happen, what rights you have and what happens if you do it again.

If you break a rule once, like arriving late for a training session, you can expect to be told about what will happen if you do it again. This is called an informal warning.

Verbal warning. Examples such as arriving late several times, not returning after a break, failing to telephone when off sick etc. You will be told why you are being disciplined, that it is the first stage in the disciplinary procedure, that a note will be made of the incident and if you do not re-offend during the coming six months the warning will be disregarded. You will also be told you can appeal against the warning.

Written warning. Break the same rule within six months of the first warning or do something more serious, examples such as missing or disrupting a training session, swearing, failing to wear protective clothing or being abusive to a trainer. You will be told why you are being disciplined, what you must do to put things right, that a note will be made of the incident and if you do not re-offend during the coming six months the warning will be disregarded. You will also be told you can appeal against the warning. Further instances will lead to a final written warning.

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Final written warning. If you do not make any attempt to improve your conduct and/or behaviour or commit the same offence again or what you did was so serious, examples such as bullying, harassment or discrimination, that an oral and first written warning are not considered appropriate. You will be told what you have to do to improve, a note will be made of the incident and that you will be dismissed if you fail to make an improvement. You will also be informed of the right to appeal. This warning will be disregarded after six months of good behaviour. Dismissal. If your conduct and/or behaviour do not improve then you will be dismissed. You will be told the reason for your dismissal, given the reason in writing and informed that you have the right of appeal. Gross misconduct. If you commit a serious offence, examples such as stealing; fighting; serious bullying and/or harassment; damaging company property; being under the influence of alcohol or drugs and acting in a manner that could cause injury to another person, You will be suspended immediately and if following an investigation found guilty, you will be instantly dismissed. Misbehaviour in any way or insubordination to any member of staff will result in the Apprentice being subject to the Training Centre’s Disciplinary Procedure. Plagiarism/Malpractice If a student is suspected of Plagiarism/Malpractice, the Senior Tutor will be informed. The Senior Tutor, management team will decide on the action to be taken. For more details refer to Edexcels policy on Assessment Malpractice on their web site If you would like further information on the Disciplinary Process then ask your LTC Training named contact person for a full copy of this procedure.

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GRIEVANCE What is a grievance? A grievance is something that is troubling you or is causing you a problem. It maybe something to do with your training; something about the place where your training is delivered; to do with relationships between other trainees or work colleagues that affect you or about your work. Whatever the problem it is the Grievance Procedure that you can help you sort it out.

Informal approach If you think you have a grievance then you should approach your workplace supervisor in the first instance or ask to speak to your LTC Training named contact/senior tutor. This informal approach will often lead to a speedy solution to your problem. Having explained your problem you cannot then ask them to keep the matter confidential if in doing so other people may be adversely affected. It will be helpful for you to keep a note of when the discussion takes place and what is said.

First stage If your grievance cannot be sorted out informally then you will be advised to put it in writing to your immediate line manager/LTC Training senior tutor. If your grievance is against this person(s) then you have the right for your grievance to be put to the next senior manager to resolve. If your grievance can be sorted out you will receive a written answer within five working days. You maybe invited to a hearing to discuss your grievance in which case you can bring another trainee or work colleague along for support. You will be informed of the result within five working days of the hearing.

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Second stage If your grievance has not been sorted out then you will be advised to raise the matter, in writing, with the next senior manager/team leader. You will again be invited to a hearing to discuss your grievance and can be accompanied by another trainee or a work colleague. You will be informed in writing of the result within ten working days. Final stage Where your grievance is still unresolved, you will be advised to put it in writing to a higher level of management. Again you will have the opportunity to present your case in person and be accompanied by another trainee or work colleague. A written response will be given to you within ten working days of the hearing. If the grievance is still unresolved, you will be given the name and address of your local Training & Learning and Skills Council and advised to contact them for further guidance and help. Care of the Learning Environment You should make every effort to maintain the classrooms and building to a high standard. All classrooms are to be returned to original condition before the class leaves the room. Anyone wishing to eat or drink at break times should use the facilities provided. ALL RUBBISH TO BE PUT IN BINS PROVIDED. No other classrooms are to be used for eating or drinking. All mobile telephones must be switched off during lessons and must only be used during break times.

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Health & Safety Under the Health & Safety At Work Act (1974), LTC Training produces a safety policy and it is a condition of entry to the centre that you observe this policy. For your own safety and that of others:

Read all notices concerning safety.

Report any defect in facilities or equipment.

If you see a danger or hazard, report it to your tutor or to other members of staff.

Remember that misuse of fire alarms or fire fighting apparatus is a criminal offence.

Note the positions of exits and fire fighting apparatus in areas you use and make sure that you know your assembly point after the sounding of the fire alarm.

If you injure yourself, report the incident immediately to your tutor.

All persons working in the workshop must wear suitable protective clothing and footwear.

You must only operate workshop equipment under the supervision of an tutor.

You must not be present in a workshop or classroom unless under the supervision of the instructor or tutor.

Radios, CD’s, MP3’s, ipods and mobile phones etc. are for personal use only and must not be operated in the workshop or classroom.

The Centre cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to any personal property.

PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOUR POSSESSIONS AT ALL TIMES

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MANDATORY EQUIPMENT LIST You will have to supply your own writing materials. The programme team have recommended the following list of equipment which must be brought with you on your college attendance day: - 1. Scientific calculator (Sin, Cos, Tan, Log etc) 2. Writing equipment (Pens, Pencils 2H - HB) 3. A4 writing pad and graph paper. 4. A minimum of two ring binders (A4) is suggested for collation of

assessment evidence as well as course notes. The learner will be responsible for maintaining a portfolio of evidence of their progress in assignments.

5. USB storage device. 6. Basic drawing equipment: - Ruler Protractor Compasses

Set Squares 45, 60-30 Eraser Failure to bring this equipment on your college day will result in you being withdrawn from class for the rest of the lesson or day, and your company informed.

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Term Time, Holiday and Assignment Deadline Dates

For Engineering Further Education

Academic Year 2014/2015

AUTUMN TERM Week commencing 08th September 2014

(W/C 15 September 2014 for HNC/HND classes)

Half Term Holiday: Monday 27 October to Friday 31 October 2014 (1 week)

Christmas Holiday: Monday 22 December 2013 to Friday 2 January 2015 (2 weeks)

SPRING TERM Week commencing 5th January 2015

Half Term Holiday: Monday 16th February to Friday 20th February 2015 (1 week)

Easter Holiday: Monday 30th March to Friday 10th April 2015 (2 weeks)

SUMMER TERM Week commencing 28 April 2015

May Bank Holiday: Monday 4 May 2015 (1 day)

Half Term Holiday: Monday 25 May to Friday 29 May 2015 (1 week)

FE Complete Friday 26 June 2015

HNC Complete Friday 3rd July 2015

ASSIGNMENT FINAL COMPLETION DATES All assignment work is to be completed and handed in on your normal college day, Week commencing: Monday 08 June 2015. HNC Fri 19th June Work that requires re-working will be returned on your normal college day, Week commencing: Monday 15 June 2015. HNC Fri 26th June Only re-worked assignments will be accepted for marking, Week commencing: Monday 22 June 2015. HNC Fri 03rd July The assignments are to be handed in between 8.00am & 10.30am on student’s normal attendance day. Any work handed in after this deadline will be marked, but the results will be deferred until September 2014. For 2nd year students this will result in late certification. Final Assignment Deadlines Assignment Deadline Week Commencing: Monday 08 June 2015 Any Referred Work Week commencing: Monday 15 June 2015 Final Submission Week commencing: Monday 22 June 2015 Final Submission HNC - Friday 3rd July 2015

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LEARNER/STUDENT AGREEMENT

I .…………………………………………….. (Print Name) hereby confirm that I have read and clearly understand the contents of the student handbook for the 2014/15 academic year, I also agree to abide by the rules and regulations set out within. FE/HE Group …………………………….. Signed …………………………………….. Date ……………………………………….

Upon completion, carefully tear out this page, and hand in to your tutor.

Thank you

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