{"id":643,"date":"2018-04-25T14:05:55","date_gmt":"2018-04-25T14:05:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/?page_id=643"},"modified":"2026-04-17T12:06:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T11:06:03","slug":"upskilling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/upskilling\/","title":{"rendered":"Engineer Up-Skilling"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/spacer.png” title_text=”F-TEC-Upskilling-hero-image-3″ force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/F-TEC-Upskilling-hero-image-4.jpg” background_position=”bottom_center” background_vertical_offset=”20%” background_blend=”luminosity” height=”400px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” background_enable_color=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_video src=”https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/f-tec-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Up-Skilling_Video-1.mp4″ image_src=”https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/amy-video-cover.jpg” src_tablet=”https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/f-tec-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Up-Skilling_Video-1.mp4″ src_phone=”https:\/\/www.f-tec.org.uk\/f-tec-staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Up-Skilling_Video.mp4″ src_last_edited=”on|tablet” disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”70%” width_phone=”auto” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_video][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]\n

This Engineer Up-Skilling course is designed for engineers seeking formal qualifications and individuals aiming to advance their careers in the forklift and powered access engineering industry. Participants should have a basic understanding of machines, including the operating principles of combustion engines and\/or electric motors.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The programme aims to enhance existing engineering knowledge and skills, preparing delegates for careers as fully qualified forklift and powered access engineers. It provides a comprehensive understanding of safety practices, workplace organisation, and technical expertise in diagnosing and repairing lift trucks and powered access systems, covering electrical, engine, and chassis components.<\/p>\n

The course spans five one-week training blocks over 15 months. For more information contact us.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” width=”80%” module_alignment=”center” custom_padding=”15px|15px|15px|15px|true|true” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” border_width_all=”3px” border_color_all=”#098EC3″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]\n

For further details about our Development Courses, please contact:<\/p>\n

Katherine Roberts
katherine.roberts@f-tec.org.uk<\/a>
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Who will benefit from this course?<\/h2>\nEngineers without a formal qualification and\/or someone looking to progress into the industry\n

Course pre-requisite:<\/h2>\nMust be familiar with machines as an Engineer, with operating principals of combustion engines and\/or electric motors\n

Objective of the programme:<\/h2>\nTo\u00a0build upon existing engineering knowledge and\u00a0turn individuals into\u00a0fully qualified forklift engineers.\n

Programme content:<\/h2>\n
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  • Health & Safety and Good Housekeeping in the Automotive Environment<\/li>\n \t
  • Support for Job Roles in the Automotive Environment<\/li>\n \t
  • Materials, Fabrication, Tools and Measuring Devices used in the Automotive Environment<\/li>\n \t
  • Inspecting Lift Trucks<\/li>\n \t
  • Diagnosis and rectification of Lift Truck Electrical units and components<\/li>\n \t
  • Diagnosis and rectification of Lift Truck Engine Faults<\/li>\n \t
  • Diagnosis and rectification of Chassis System Faults<\/li>\n \t
  • Learning through demonstration and instruction<\/li>\n \t
  • How to Identify and Agree Motor Vehicle Customer Service Needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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