Engineering A Level

Engineering A Level
Prospectus Code (FTB93) Barnstaple
Length of Study
AS Level one year.
A Level two years (A2 offered subject to minimum student numbers).
Entry Requirements
Cost
You will be provided with boots and overalls for use in the workshop. You may prefer to buy your own. There may be some costs for materials, depending on the project you choose (not expected to be more than 30). A memory stick to store your work would be very useful.
The Programme
AS Level - You will critically evaluate the design of everyday items for functionality, materials, manufacturing processes and legal/environmental constraints. You will design and manufacture a solution to a real life problem.
A2 Level - You will investigate the mechanical, electrical, electronic, structural and control systems involved in producing environmentally sound engineered products. You will design, manufacture and test a solution to a complex real life problem.
The Programme Content
AS Level - You will study the principles and application of design, materials, processes and techniques, planning, prototyping and manufacture. Also covered are engineering systems and the engineering environment. You will visit manufacturing companies and complete a design and make project. There is one written examination, an investigation into the role of the engineer and a design project portfolio.
A2 Level - There are three units of study: Applied Engineering Systems, the Engineering Environment and Applied Design, Planning and Prototyping. The programme is mainly investigative. Assessment is through a design project portfolio, an investigation into an engineered product or service and a time-limited completion of three practical activities against a set brief.
Progression / Careers
Successful students can progress to the Advanced GCE in Engineering with further progression to a BEng or BSc Degree, depending on the grades achieved. The College offers foundation degrees in engineering and digital communications. Careers in engineering include:
Automotive electronics
Aeronautical electronics
Design Engineer
Marine electronics
Mechanical engineer
Manufacturing engineer
Medical electronics
Product development