UVAC Annual Conference 2013 A model for the development of work-based progression routes Dr Alison Felce Miss Sandra Perks

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 The partners Employee / Learner

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 The partnership Signed in 2012 Integrated model Vocational qualifications University awards On & off-the- job Placements Curriculum development

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 ZF LemforderZF Lemforder Training Centre ConceptTraining Centre Concept ZF LemforderZF Lemforder Training Centre ConceptTraining Centre Concept Progression route for operations shown; technical route to be identified

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 The background Changing production model Multi-million £ investment External competition Up-skilling and commitment Recruitment and retention

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 The process Quasi-KTPSTEP placementGraduate Background & experience FE College as partnerEarly ‘wins’Longer term development

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 The focii Investment and new equipmentOpportunities for allEmployee empowermentChanging organisational cultureCreating positive work environmentImpact on outputs, efficiency & profitability

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Phase 1 NVQ in Performing Engineering OperationsLeadership and Management DevelopmentIn-company training facility Catalyst for success Primary role for Training Centre Co-ordinator

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Building the foundations The in-company training facility

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Toyota Skills Model Basic Skill Applied Skill Standardised Work Skill Train Fundamental Skill Initial research focused on the Toyota skills model and other training initiatives in the automotive industry.

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 “a generic skill that can be applied to a number of activities”. E.g. running is the fundamental skill on which many sports are based. Fundamental Skill Applied Skills What is a Fundamental Skill? Applied Skills

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Benchmarking and Skills Mapping Skills mapping in the factory Machining and assembly stations Skills occurrences at each station Factory layout

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Skills Grouping  5 Fundamental Skills

UVAC Annual Conference Fundamental Skills at C-Darlaston Loading/Unloading Gauging Visual Inspection PackingUse of Tools

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Progression through the Training Centre / Skills Lab TRAINING CENTRE Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Fundamental Knowledge Intro to ZF Statutory Requirements Health & Safety Manual Handling ZF Production System Docs to use 5S Standard working Quality Fundamental Skill Gauging Visual Inspection Packing Load / Unload Use of tools Applied Knowledge What Process ? Machining Assembly Weld Work Manual Parts ID Process Docs On the Job Training Enhanced Training specific to the process Monitoring, Assessment and Continued Development

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Presentation Title, Date ZF confidential “Skills Lab”: Over-riding Learning Objectives Gain practical experience in ZFL fundamental skills using best practice techniques. Engage in developing and sharing best practice techniques. Develop a better understanding of causes and consequences.

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 ZF LemforderZF Lemforder Training Centre ConceptTraining Centre Concept ZF LemforderZF Lemforder Training Centre ConceptTraining Centre Concept Progression route for operations shown; technical route to be identified

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Higher Apprenticeships Frameworks Advanced Manufacturing EngineeringLevel 4Level 5Level 6 ?

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Benefits of this Partnership Lessons learntCritical success factorsBusiness / academe collaborationFuture potential

UVAC Annual Conference 2013 Discussion points Share experiencesAdvice / feedbackAlternative approaches

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