This course can help you take your first steps towards a career in sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, electrical and mechanical engineering. You'll learn about processes, materials, and how engineering contributes to a sustainable future. Units include: * Developing skills in making engineering components using hand tools
- Developing skills in planning and making a machined product
- Developing skills in joining materials using welding
- Developing skills in wiring electrical circuits and components
- DevelopingsSkills in assembling mechanical components.
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Entry requirements
You should have an interest in the subject area you are applying for. There are no formal entry requirements but we will assess your level of English and maths to make sure you are working at Entry Level 3 or above. This is to ensure you are able to meet the course requirements.
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Who is the course for?
If you want to learn about the basics of engineering, this course could be the one! It enables you to work towards becoming a technician of the future in all sorts of new technologies and can lead onto level 2 courses. Many of the subjects covered involve practical work which blends with the theory, however it is not a craft course (such as motor vehicle maintenance).
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Study methods
Text reading, lectures, taking notes in class and practical sessions.
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How is the course assessed?
This course is assessed through a combination of practical and written assignments.
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More information
Pen, pencil and notebook will be needed for classes.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
Employment in the electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering environment or apprenticeship.
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Where Next – Further Studies
BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate Construction and Built Environment.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
