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Apprenticeship summary
Overview of the role
Carry out fabrication, installation and repair work of pipework systems on maritime ships or submarines.
Occupation summary
This occupation is found in the maritime defence sector, as well as in the commercial shipping sector.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out fabrication, installation and repair work of pipework systems on maritime ships or submarines. Maritime pipeworkers must have a good understanding of safe systems of work, confined spaces and working at height. They work from engineering drawings, data and documentation in order to undertake the fabrication, installation, testing and removal of pipework systems on ships or submarines in defence or commercial shipping. This can include systems associated with propulsion, machinery, weapons, reactor and auxiliary (such as water, air conditioning and power generation). It requires knowledge and expertise in the use of pipe forming machines and hand tools. The maritime pipeworker will use a variety of measuring and fault finding techniques to ensure individual components and assemblies meet the required specification within specified time constraints.
A maritime pipework system will supply fuel, fresh water, chilled water, air conditioning, lubricating oil, waste water and will comprise of flanges, valves, gaskets and pressure gauges. Pumps, motors, tanks and reservoirs are not considered to be part of the pipework system, however maritime pipeworkers will install and connect pipework to the source of energy such as a chilled water pumps.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with the ship or submarine delivery or production teams. Maritime pipeworkers typically work on board vessels at sea or in dock, or in maritime workshop environments. They may work in confined spaces.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for complying with statutory regulations, organisational safety requirements and will be expected to work both individually and as part of the ship or submarine delivery team. They will work with minimum supervision, taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of their work which will be subject to quality checks to ensure it meets the required standard. They will undertake and be proactive in finding solutions to problems and identifying improvements to business processes.
Typical job titles include:
End-point assessment summary
ST1391, Maritime pipeworker level 3
This is a summary of the key things that you – the apprentice and your employer need to know about your end-point assessment (EPA). You and your employer should read the EPA plan for the full details. It has information on assessment method requirements, roles and responsibilities, and re-sits and re-takes.
What is an end-point assessment and why it happens
An EPA is an assessment at the end of your apprenticeship. It will assess you against the knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs) in the occupational standard. Your training will cover the KSBs. The EPA is your opportunity to show an independent assessor how well you can carry out the occupation you have been trained for.
Your employer will choose an end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) to deliver the EPA. Your employer and training provider should tell you what to expect and how to prepare for your EPA.
The length of the training for this apprenticeship is typically 42 months. The EPA period is typically 3 months.
The overall grades available for this apprenticeship are:
- fail
- pass
- distinction
When you pass the EPA, you will be awarded your apprenticeship certificate.
EPA gateway
The EPA gateway is when the EPAO checks and confirms that you have met any requirements required before you start the EPA. You will only enter the gateway when your employer says you are ready.
The gateway requirements for your EPA are:
- achieved English and mathematics qualifications in line with the apprenticeship funding rules
- for the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence, you must submit a portfolio of evidence
Assessment methods
Observation with questions
You will be observed by an independent assessor completing your work. It will last at least 4 hours. They will ask you at least 4 questions.
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
You will have an interview with an independent assessor. It will last at least 75 minutes. They will ask you at least 7 questions. The questions will be about certain aspects of your occupation. You need to compile a portfolio of evidence before the EPA gateway. You can use it to help answer the questions.
Who to contact for help or more information
You should speak to your employer if you have a query that relates to your job.
You should speak to your training provider if you have any questions about your training or EPA before it starts.
You should receive detailed information and support from the EPAO before the EPA starts. You should speak to them if you have any questions about your EPA once it has started.Reasonable adjustments
If you have a disability, a physical or mental health condition or other special considerations, you may be able to have a reasonable adjustment that takes this into account. You should speak to your employer, training provider and EPAO and ask them what support you can get. The EPAO will decide if an adjustment is appropriate.
Professional recognition
Version log
| Version | Change detail | Earliest start date | Latest start date |
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| 1.0 | Approved for delivery | 19/11/2024 | Not set |
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