Dual discipline technicians possess a versatile skill set, allowing them to maintain complex systems that combine different engineering fields, such as mechanical parts controlled by electrical circuits.
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Overview
Core skills, knowledge and behaviours you will learn
- Multi-disciplinary fault finding and problem-solving
- Reading and interpreting complex electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
- Safe isolation and testing of interconnected systems
- Maintenance of fluid power and pneumatic systems
- Teamwork and communication across different engineering departments
- Quality control and technical record keeping
Where you might work
- Automated warehouses and distribution centres
- Pharmaceutical and chemical production sites
- Water recycling and treatment works
- Large-scale manufacturing facilities
- National infrastructure projects
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Careers/Progression
Typical job roles
- Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician
- Electromechanical Technician
- Mechatronics Technician
- Dual-Discipline Engineering Technician
- Automation Support Technician
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Fact sheets
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