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Free Level 2 NVQ Rail Engineering Track Maintenance Course in Wakefield

CostFREE
Duration9 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 NVQ Rail Engineering Track Maintenance Course in Wakefield. Classes run at Wakefield College, part-time during the day. This free nvq rail engineering track maintenance course runs over 9 weeks and is open to adults who are currently unemployed or looking for work. You'll build the practical and technical knowledge needed to work on rail track maintenance. The level 2 nvq rail engineering track maintenance qualification is awarded by City and Guilds and is recognised by employers across the rail industry.

Who this course is for

This course can either be studied at Castleford College or Wakefield College.

This 9-week rail engineering programme; delivered in partnership with Rail Futures, is suitable for adults who are currently unemployed or seeking employment.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of rail track construction and how the network is maintained.
  • You'll understand health and safety rules specific to working on or near the railway.
  • You'll develop knowledge of track geometry, alignment, and the standards that apply.
  • You'll learn how to identify faults and defects in track components.
  • You'll understand the tools and equipment used in track maintenance work.
  • You'll learn the correct procedures for working safely in a rail environment.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Wakefield College over 9 weeks, part-time during the day. You'll be assessed through a combination of knowledge tests and competency-based evidence that demonstrates your understanding of rail track maintenance. Assessment is tied to the City and Guilds NVQ Diploma standard, so you'll need to show you can apply what you've learned to real work situations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Track maintenance operative. Entry-level role maintaining and inspecting railway track.
  • Permanent way worker. Hands-on track repair and renewal on the rail network.
  • Rail engineering assistant. Supporting engineering teams on infrastructure projects.
  • Track patroller. Regular inspection of track sections for faults and safety issues.
  • Rail infrastructure technician. Technical maintenance work across rail systems.
  • Lineside worker. Carrying out trackside tasks under a safe system of work.

What you could study next

After completing this Level 2 NVQ Diploma, you could work toward a Level 3 NVQ in Rail Engineering, which covers more complex maintenance and supervisory responsibilities. Some learners go on to specialist training in specific disciplines such as welding or overhead line equipment. Employers in the rail sector often support further training once you're in work, including competency frameworks required for specific trackside roles.

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