Engineering

Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering (Sponsored by P&G and Inductotherm)

Full Time

Course Overview

This two-year advanced level course will prepare you for a range of careers in engineering or further study at university. You will cover areas including maths and communications for technicians, workshop practices, Computer Aided Design (CAD), engineering drawing, electrical and electronic principles, and computer aided manufacturing.

Course Content

The course covers a wide range of subjects including:

Mathematics for technicians
Communications for technicians
Project manufacture
Business systems for technicians
Engineering workshop practices
Electronic computer aided design
Science for technicians
Computer aided design
Engineering drawing
Electrical and electronic principles
Computer aided manufacture

Entry Requirement

You will need five GCSEs grade A*/9 to C/4, (including English, maths and preferably science) or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification.

Assessment

The course is continuously assessed through assignments, projects and case studies. Students will develop a responsible and co-operative approach to working on their own and in groups. The course uses practical activities, presentations and involvement with local businesses wherever possible.

Where does this course lead to

Students may progress to a Higher National Diploma or degree course, or advanced Apprenticeship. Employment opportunities range from telecommunications, electronic and mechanical engineering, design, sales, quality control, maintenance, manufacturing, or production engineering.

Employment opportunities range from telecommunications, electronic and mechanical engineering, design, sales, quality control, maintenance, manufacturing, or production engineering.