Engineering - Fabrication and Welding/Mechanical Manufacturing/Maintenance
Vocational qualification
In Plymouth
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Plymouth
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
July
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This vocationally related qualification has been designed by City & Guilds in order to meet the needs of candidates who are employed or want to gain employment in the engineering sector. It can be a stand alone qualification or a technical certificate as part of an apprenticeship framework.
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About this course
In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:
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Course Content
Award:
City & Guilds 2800 Certificate in Engineering Level 2
What's it all about?:
This vocationally related qualification has been designed by City & Guilds in order to meet the needs of candidates who are employed or want to gain employment in the engineering sector. It can be a stand alone qualification or a technical certificate as part of an apprenticeship framework.
The course is suitable for an employed student on an apprenticeship programme or part of a development programme for a student wishing to enhance their practical skills and knowledge in this area. It would also provide a compilation of certificates to enhance employment prospects.
Progression:
On successful completion of the course students may progress to the certificate in engineering level 3 course.
Entry Requirements:
In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:
- four GCSEs at grades D-G (including English, maths and science)
- a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
- an NVQ level 1/technical certificate in a related subject
- successful completion of the Gateway/Newstart programme
- successful completion of the E2E/Prince's Trust programme
- equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.
Duration: One year Course Overview
What does the course involve?:
This course comprises of five units studied over one year on a one day per week basis. There are two core units, a principle unit which determines the chosen pathway followed by two further trade related units.
The three pathways currently offered (subject to sufficient numbers) and typical units of study are:
Fabrication and Welding Technology
- TIG welding.
- Fabricating steelwork assemblies.
Manufacturing Technology
- Machining by milling.
- Machining by turning.
Maintenance Technology
- Maintaining mechanical devices and equipment.
- Assembling and maintaining pneumatic systems.
When can I study?:
Various days and times
Are there any exams?:
Assessment includes coursework, GOLA online assessments, theoretical/practical assignments and written examinations.
Course Facts
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Start Date:
7 September 2010
End Date:
23 July 2011
Course Type:
Part-time
Location:
Kings Road Centre
Course Fees:
£750 If you are receiving certain benefits, you may only have to pay a material fee.
Instalments:
Instalments are available for course fees. A deposit of £187.50 per year is payable before enrolment followed by three monthly payments of £187.50 per year
Material Fees:
£80
Level:
Intermediate
Course Code:
ENP
Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.
If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees are not applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees).
Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2009/10 (August 2009 - July 2010). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2010/11.
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Engineering - Fabrication and Welding/Mechanical Manufacturing/Maintenance