The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex high value, low
volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or
systems, to the required specification. For example, turbines, cranes,
gearboxes, production lines, rigs and platforms. Fitters may typically have a
mechanical, electrical, electronic, control systems, pipe fitting or
instrumentation bias or operate across multiple disciplines depending on the
type of assembly. To produce or re-furbish the components fitters will interpret
drawings/specifications and plan their work, for example ensuring they have the
right tools, equipment and resources to complete the task to the required
specification. Fitters are required to check their work against quality
standards and make adjustments as required based on their knowledge. On
completion of the task a fitter will hand over the product and prepare the work
area for the next task by checking equipment meets the standards required to
operate. They may be based in a workshop or clients premises - this may include
hazardous environments.
The course is delivered by a mixture of theory and practical work, both at
college and in the workplace.
