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Course code: POL7
The aim of the course is to provide delegates with an in-depth knowledge of the extrusion process in order to competently and safely set up machines to achieve specified product quality levels and output rates.
Delivery Information
Option 1 – 2 days Theory PTIC + 2 days in company
Option 2 – Theory and Practical in company (4 days)
Entry requirements:
Candidates must be able to demonstrate existing knowledge levels through either passing the EXT2 end of course assessment or having achieved an NVQ Level 2 or
having completed our pre-course questionnaire and achieved a score of 70% or above.
Specifically designed to address the needs of people requiring high-level skills in configuring and optimising the extrusion manufacturing process. In particular: Setters, Process Engineers, Technicians and Multi-Skilled Engineers.
What will I learn?
On completion of the course, the delegates will be able to:
What skills will I gain?
Polymer Processing Certificate Part 3 Material covered has been aligned to the content of an NVQ at Level 3 and can be used as underpinning knowledge towards achieving the award, if so desired.
How will I be assessed?
Individual candidate knowledge levels are assessed at the end of the training programme and a management report is provided to help identify further training requirements or career progression possibilities. This is a PTIC assessment of knowledge for the extrusion process but candidates can then progress towards achievement of their PTIC Approved Technicians Award by successfully completing a further practical assessment.
Two campuses across the city, including purpose-built workshops with industry-standard equipment and commercial facilities where you’ll gain real work experience.
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