Engineering

Course Content

Award:
14-19 Diploma (Advanced)

What's it all about?:
Would you like to go into product design, manufacturing engineering, mechanical, electronics or electrical engineering at technician level? Do you like to work out how things go together; are you good with your hands? Our course will prepare you with the practical craftsmanship and technical know-how you will need to demonstrate to an employer that you will be a valuable asset to their business.

Progression:
On successful completion you may progress to:
• an engineering-based foundation degree at the College
• a wide range of careers in the engineering industry.

Entry Requirements:
In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

• four to five* GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English and maths)
• an intermediate GNVQ in a related subject
• a BTEC first diploma in a related subject
• an NVQ level 2/technical certificate in a related subject
• successful completion of an apprenticeship programme
• successful completion of the Gateway/Newstart programme
• equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

* A level candidates will be expected to have five GCSEs

Duration: Two years Course Overview
What does the course involve?:

This Diploma opens up the ideas and concepts behind engineering, and its impact on the modern world. You†ll be introduced to key engineering principles such as design, materials, electronic systems, maintenance and manufacturing. You†ll also get lots of practical experience.

The Diploma focuses on three main themes:

• the engineered world - looks at the importance of engineering in the modern world and the impact engineering has on the way we live our lives
• discovering engineering technology - introduces basic engineering principles such as design, materials, electronics systems, maintenance and manufacturing
• engineering the future - looks at what makes innovations succeed, how new materials contribute to design and how to develop and launch new ideas.

Additional and Specialist Learning (ASL)
A Diploma in Engineering will give you the skills you need for either university or work, and is a first step towards a career in the sector.

It could lead you to a university degree in aeronautical engineering, automotive engineering, building services engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering or biomedical materials science.

However, the Diploma in Engineering doesn't mean you have to opt for a career in this sector. Because a Diploma teaches a mix of subjects, it will give you the skills that will be welcomed by colleges, universities and employers, and is an excellent starting point for other careers or study.

When can I study?:
Various days and times

Are there any exams?:
Assessment is through a programme of coursework and formal assessment working within agreed timescales. An externally marked assignment also forms part of the assessment.
Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome.