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With permission from EAL NFEC is pleased to host this informative presentation

19th June 2024

The challenges of Sustainability in the Engineering and Manufacturing Sector EAL Level 2 Award in Sustainable Engineering, a post 16 qualification

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/871717447745979487

Released by EAL 19th June 2024

Latest NFEC Seminars

NFEC is pleased to initiate a series of seminars related to Artificial Intelligence

19th April 2024

Dr Marie Oldfield, CSci, Cstat, APAI, FIScT, SFHEA

We are all aware of AI, which has been around for longer than we may think; there appear to be many definitions of AI and certainly a wide range of applications of associated technologies, philosophies and concepts.

Throughout the coming months and at the forthcoming NFEC Conference, guest speakers will be asked to explain the many aspects of AI, what it means to us and how it will benefit us as educators. What does it mean to us as individuals, how will it impact on us and our "processes" and how will it benefit our students, how will AI improve our teaching and learning and how do we advise our students (and our own families)

No doubt there will be concerns over potential abuses and how these may be minimised. What standards are being developed to ensure professional development and application which will certainly impact of all areas of our profession and our lives.

We have decided that we should start this important programme as soon as possible.

Watch the Dr Marie Oldfield seminar now!

EAL Events

Engineering & Manufacturing Support Technician (ST1395) Launch event

Date: 24th September 2024
Time: 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Location: Burnley College, Princess Way, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 0AN
Price: Free to register

REGISTER HERE

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician (ST1315) standard

EAL recently hosted a webinar on the new Aircraft Maintenance Technician (ST1315) standard, with valuable support from BAE Systems, who chaired the trailblazer group.

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T Level Work Experience - Case Studies

This section on T Level Work Experience may be two years old but it is still valid today; your further contributions will be welcomed.

During the academic year 2020-2021, NFEC held a number of online seminars which focussed on preparing for the launch in September 2022 of the three T-Levels planned for the Engineering sector;

• T Level technical qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing
• T Level technical qualification in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing
• T Level technical qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control

During the course of these webinars it became clear that one of the foremost challenges facing NFEC members in delivering the new T-Levels would be in the sourcing, management and measurement of the substantial work placements of 315 hours which form part of the overall T-Level qualification.

NFEC committed to collate some case studies, contributed from NFEC member colleges to illustrate the strategies that had been employed so far to build capacity for work placements, ahead of T-Level launch, and to provide shared resources to aid all members in their own planning and implementation.

The report which has resulted consists of three cases studies and shared resources from three NFEC member colleges representing various settings, geographies and demographics.

Please view the report within our 'Working 4 You' section 'Reports and Case Studies' or click the link below:

NFEC - T Level Work Experience Case Studies Report 2022

We will welcome feedback from members and indeed, any further contributions that NFEC can add to this resource.

NFEC Announces a revised programme of its Online Seminar series

NFEC continues to review its annual programme for 2024-25

A revised monthly schedule covering subjects that are of interest to practitioners and managers of Technical Education programmes; Zoom Seminars dealing with major strategic issues topics including:

• Developments in qualification strategy:
• The ongoing development of technical qualifications at L4 and L5.
• The future of BTECs and other L3 qualifications.
• The launch of the Engineering T-Levels for first year delivery.
• Revised Apprenticeship Standards.
• The changing landscape of L3 and University entrance requirements.
• New and emerging technology presentations.
• Skills for the "Green World".
• Supporting colleagues.
• CPD opportunities.
• Institutes of Technology and related "partnership networks".
• EPA for Apprentice programmes.
• Ofsted experiences from the front line.

Physical Seminars

It is likely that NFEC will host some "physical" seminars during the year, full or part day events, probably of a "local" nature, bringing members together to look at - specific topics, opportunities for sharing ideas, experience and practice, a chance for practitioners to get together to discuss what is important.

Focus Groups

NFEC operates a series of "Focus Group" meetings, bringing member representatives together for less formal discussions and considering NFEC and other worthwhile activities, we welcome your involvement, please get in touch.

Seminar Topics

The NFEC Directors are asking for your feedback and requests:

• What subjects we should be covering, specific issues that we can bring to these forums?
• Are there topics that you would like to present on?
• Have you seen something that we can replicate or contribute towards?

NFEC Website Showcase

NFEC, again invites members to submit items for the NFEC website, a showcase for your organisation, department, resource application, busines placements or student projects. Please get in touch to discuss.

News

NFEC Meetings and seminar programme academic year 2022 - 23

31st January 2023

After a slow start to the 2022 - 23 year, NFEC Directors are focusing the programme of online seminars for the year ahead commencing in February with a series of events both online and in person, that will cover a mix of subject areas including, changes and development in our sector together with a range of views on the skills for the new "green" world.

What will be different, if at all. What new requirements will be expected?. How can we help each other?

Skills shortages? (not a new topic after all)

Aiming for events and presentations each month (except August)

The NFEC AGM is to be scheduled for March, as in the last two years this will be an online event.