Engineering Syllabus
QuEST provides a supplementary training programme for engineering apprentices. It is a substantial bolt-on programme taught by industry experts. QuEST also offers short modular options designed for those further on in their career, such as engineering graduates or options for targeted upskilling.
The core syllabus covers the following areas:
Foundational Skills
Developing foundational mechanical engineering skills through practical training in machining, TIG welding, technical drawing, assembly, and metrology, preparing apprentices to manufacture, test, and support precision-engineered systems for emerging quantum technologies.
Electrical and Electronic
Introducing fundamental electrical and electronic engineering principles, developing practical skills in soldering, cable construction, test equipment use, fault-finding, PCB layout, and basic system design.
Vacuum
Introducing practical knowledge of vacuum technology, including vacuum systems, diagnostics, fault-finding, cleanliness, and safety practices essential for maintaining high-performance scientific and industrial equipment.
Cryogenics
Practical training in cryogenics, covering safe handling, system design, thermodynamics, and the operation of cryogenic equipment used in scientific and industrial applications.
High Pressure and Purity Gas
Developing knowledge and practical skills in gas systems, including gas properties, safety, compliance, system assembly, leak detection, and industry-standard joining and testing techniques.
The Quantum Landscape
The programme is underpinned by practical information about the UK quantum sector, emerging technologies, and career opportunities, helping learners understand the growing demand for quantum skills and roles in the future quantum workforce.
Help us develop our curriculum
We understand that as the quantum industry matures our curriculum will need to evolve to ensure it is always fit for purpose. The benefit of being designed and delivered by those on the front line of industry means it will always incorporate latest innovation and application of both foundational skills and more specialised skills for quantum.
We’re keen to engage with organisations within the quantum landscape to understand the skills that you need within your quantum workforce, now and in the future.
If you can provide insight into emerging engineering skills for quantum that could be incorporated into our programme, we’d love to hear from you.
