Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Polymers

This Level 3 Apprenticeship Programme will give you the training and skills to work in the polymer processing industry.

Course Code: P10657
Campus: Lisburn
Study Type: Full-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Engineering

Available Sessions

We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn.

Why Study This Course

This course is suitable if you are employed and wish to pursue a career in the Polymer Processing industry.  You will be able to 'earn while you learn' splitting your studies between an employer and college.  

You will enjoy visits to a range of polymer processing companies and learn  about a range of polymer processes including injection moulding, blow moulding and extrusion.

Course Overview

This course aims to develop the practical skills and knowledge which are essential for working in the polymer processing industry.  Successful completion will lead to the award of a Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and a PAAVQ-SET Level 3 Certificate in Polymer Operations.

As a student you will spend a minimum of one day/week in College and 4 days/week with your employer

 

You will need:

  • an employer AND
  • 5 GCSEs Grades A* - C to include English and Mathematics or equivalent Level 2 qualification

Course Modules

  • Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace
  • Communications for Engineering Technicians
  • Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
  • Basic Polymer Technology
  • Plastics Materials
  • Plastics Processing
  • Polymer Process Engineering
  • Composite Materials & Processing

As part of your Work-Based Apprenticeship, you will also be required to complete Essential Skills in Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT if you do not have a GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English, Maths or ICT/IT. These will also be delivered in your workplace with our Essential Skills Trainer Assessor.

 

Successful completion will enable you to apply for a suitable Higher Education course at Levels 4 - 6.

Available Sessions

We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn.

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Available Sessions

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Level 3 Apprenticeship NI in Polymers
Y10657LF1A-25/26-FT
Lisburn
25/08/2025
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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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