The MET training programmes are strongly practical, rather than academic, and start where degree courses stop, rather than repeat elements of them. The figure shows the concept.

Entry routes

The training programmes are intended for induction of client companies’ technical staff intake, particularly recent engineering graduates. The intention will be for them to hold engineering positions in the company as soon as they are able to provide useful input. Typical career routes will be into design, manufacture, production, operations/maintenance or project engineering. To provide for this, the training programmes provide broad coverage of the disciplines of mechanical engineering. These programmes contain intensive training over a 4-5 week period and are therefore suitable for delegates who are prepared to attend over the full working week in an industrial environment, want to learn, and can learn quickly.

Delegate objectives

Participation on the training programme will help delegates to:

• Integrate more effectively into their employer’s workplace.
• Develop hands-on skills and appreciation across a range of engineering disciplines.
• Appreciate the practical and craft skills of technician and craft-trained colleagues.
• Build up a personal skills profile to initiate their Continued Personal Development (CPD) programme required for future Engineering Institution membership.