News: DavyMarkham's engineers of the future at the AMRC
South Yorkshire school children have been learning from engineering experts at DavyMarkham and the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) with Boeing.
60 pupils aged between 13 and 18 from a number of South Yorkshire secondary schools and colleges recently attended the "Pathways into Engineering" event at the Knowledge Transfer Centre in The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in Rotherham.
The event, organised by educational charity the Engineering Development Trust (EDT), showcased careers in engineering. Speakers and exhibitors encouraged the youngsters to consider various routes into the profession, an aim supported by the government's strategy to increase the number of apprenticeships available across the country.
Government plans include 24 new university technology colleges for those aged 19 to 24 and a £1,500 incentive payment for smaller businesses looking to take on apprentices.
Nicola Radford, marketing executive at DavyMarkham, said: "DavyMarkham is proud to be playing a key role in increasing the number of apprenticeships in the UK.
"Apprenticeship schemes offer young people one route into engineering, allowing them to earn money and valuable work experience while continuing their education. DavyMarkham continues to look at ways we can use our expertise to inspire the next generation."
Pupils were given a tour of the AMRC on the Advanced Manufacturing Park, which recently secured £20.5m of funding to take on around 200 apprentices every year, and then had the opportunity to network with exhibitors and learn more about their industries and sectors.
Debbie Wheeler from the EDT, said: "It was great for pupils to learn more about the diverse pathways into engineering and to inspire them to pursue careers in this sector. We were delighted to have so many companies and education and training providers exhibit at our event, including DavyMarkham.
"In fact, whilst the event at the AMRC was underway, DavyMarkham was simultaneously hosting an EDT Open Industry educational visit for pupils from Bradfield School, so it has made a very significant contribution for which we are grateful."
Sheffield heavy engineering specialists, DavyMarkham spends approximately £100,000 on its apprenticeships, which lead to the award of BTEC National Diplomas and other vocational qualifications and last between three and four years. Roles include mechanical and electrical maintenance, fabrication and welding, machine shop and production fitting.
Other exhibitors at the Pathways into Engineering event included Sheffield Forgemasters, Firth Rixson, Newburgh Engineering, Symmetry Medical, Brinsworth Training, Sheffield UTC, Sheffield College, The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.
Presentations were given by the AMRC's Denzil Lawrence, Newburgh Engineering's David Greenan, and Anthony Knowles from the National Apprenticeship Service.
Davy Markham website
AMRC website
Images: DavyMarkham
60 pupils aged between 13 and 18 from a number of South Yorkshire secondary schools and colleges recently attended the "Pathways into Engineering" event at the Knowledge Transfer Centre in The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in Rotherham.
The event, organised by educational charity the Engineering Development Trust (EDT), showcased careers in engineering. Speakers and exhibitors encouraged the youngsters to consider various routes into the profession, an aim supported by the government's strategy to increase the number of apprenticeships available across the country.
Government plans include 24 new university technology colleges for those aged 19 to 24 and a £1,500 incentive payment for smaller businesses looking to take on apprentices.
Nicola Radford, marketing executive at DavyMarkham, said: "DavyMarkham is proud to be playing a key role in increasing the number of apprenticeships in the UK.
"Apprenticeship schemes offer young people one route into engineering, allowing them to earn money and valuable work experience while continuing their education. DavyMarkham continues to look at ways we can use our expertise to inspire the next generation."
Pupils were given a tour of the AMRC on the Advanced Manufacturing Park, which recently secured £20.5m of funding to take on around 200 apprentices every year, and then had the opportunity to network with exhibitors and learn more about their industries and sectors.
Debbie Wheeler from the EDT, said: "It was great for pupils to learn more about the diverse pathways into engineering and to inspire them to pursue careers in this sector. We were delighted to have so many companies and education and training providers exhibit at our event, including DavyMarkham.
"In fact, whilst the event at the AMRC was underway, DavyMarkham was simultaneously hosting an EDT Open Industry educational visit for pupils from Bradfield School, so it has made a very significant contribution for which we are grateful."
Sheffield heavy engineering specialists, DavyMarkham spends approximately £100,000 on its apprenticeships, which lead to the award of BTEC National Diplomas and other vocational qualifications and last between three and four years. Roles include mechanical and electrical maintenance, fabrication and welding, machine shop and production fitting.
Other exhibitors at the Pathways into Engineering event included Sheffield Forgemasters, Firth Rixson, Newburgh Engineering, Symmetry Medical, Brinsworth Training, Sheffield UTC, Sheffield College, The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.
Presentations were given by the AMRC's Denzil Lawrence, Newburgh Engineering's David Greenan, and Anthony Knowles from the National Apprenticeship Service.
Davy Markham website
AMRC website
Images: DavyMarkham
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