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Metrology technician (level 3)

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Using, designing and repairing equipment for taking measurements.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours
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Knowledge

  • The principles of metrology and their application within industry, law, business, science and society, including; measurement units, capability, traceability and uncertainty.
  • Safe working practices and legislation, regulation, industry and organisational policies, procedures and requirements relating to health and safety.
  • The commercial environment in which the organisation operates, the national and international regulations and standards, industry and organisational procedures and requirements relating to metrology codes of conduct and the importance of their application.
  • Quality requirements, assurance, verification, inspection, accreditation, audit systems and processes, why these are important and their role in Metrology.
  • The measuring environment, the potential sources of uncertainty, the impact on data collection, analysis, interpretation and results. 
  • The appropriate mathematical techniques including; statistics, process control methodologies, measurement systems analysis, data analysis, trend analysis, algebraic expressions, formulae and calculations required to perform measurement tasks. 

Skills

  • Identify measurement needs and make informed decisions about the measurement process and timescales required, including selection of; tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs. 
  • Access and interpret information and documentation to support the measurement process including; data, manuals, specifications, catalogues, calibration certificates and computer-generated information.
  • Prepare the work environment and perform tests and checks on measurement tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs and determine suitability for use.
  • Take action when non-conforming tools, equipment, instrumentation, materials and software programs have been identified.
  • Plan and perform measurement tasks to ensure verifiable results, using measurement tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs, following specified procedures and methodologies. 
  • Retrieve, analyse, interpret, validate and record measurement results and data in line with specifications. 
  • Contribute to the production of records, reports and other measurement documentation. 
  • Communicate relevant and specific information through various channels to meet customer requirements. 
  • Comply with statutory regulations, national and international standards, industry and organisational procedures and requirements relating to codes of conduct when carrying out measurement tasks. 
  • Comply with relevant Health and Safety legislation, regulation, standards, industry and organisational policies and procedures and requirements relating to safe working practices. 
  • Comply with policies and procedures relating to the preparation, storage, standards, control and handling of samples, tools, equipment, instrumentation and software programs. 

Behaviours

  • Focus on quality and maintain concentration with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Take an analytical approach to solving problems through systematic monitoring and checking of information to meet industry standards, 
  • Be self-motivated and inquisitive, being confident to speak up and challenge when appropriate.
  • Be committed to learning and continuous improvement.
  • Work with and respect others by working flexibly and collaboratively, maintaining effective professional relationships with clear organisational and personal benefits and showing commitment to equality and diversity.
  • Act professionally, ethically and conscientiously by adhering to relevant legislation, regulation, standards, organisational procedures and demonstrate accountability and reliability.
  • Plan and manage time effectively and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines and customer requirements. 
  • Be commercially aware and recognise the relevance of efficiency and the need for change to processes and procedures to meet business and customer requirements. 
Apprenticeship category (sector)
Health and science
Qualification level
3
Equal to A level
Course duration
36 months
Maximum funding
£24,000
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
Job titles include
  • measurement researcher
  • calibrator
  • measurement tester
  • metrology inspector

View more information about Metrology technician (level 3) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.