Engineering

You will learn the knowledge and hands on skills needed to develop or build on a successful career in electrical and manufacturing engineering which will develop your understanding and practical experience of specific engineering technologies.

The course will cover the following engineering subjects:

• Working in engineering.
• Principles of Engineering technology
• Principles of manufacturing technology.
• Machining components using Turning Techniques.
• Constructing, testing and Fault finding Electronic circuits.
• Welding by MIG process.

• Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, preferably to include English, maths and a science, or Level 1 Functional Skills, or completion of our Future Pathways course.

During the course learners will do a series of practical based activities and create a portfolio of evidence, they will be observed and assessed throughout the year.

There will also be some online exams and written tests to complete.

This course is a recognised route into a full-time Level 3 course or employment, including an apprenticeship.

This course can also help you to progress in a wide range of engineering roles including:

• Engineering operative.
• Engineering maintenance technician.
• Mechanical engineering technician.
• Toolmaker/machine setter