Engineering (Electronic) Diploma Part-time Day Release Level 3

The Engineering Diploma Level 3 is aimed at people currently working in all areas of the engineering industry

The Engineering Diploma can also form part of an Apprenticeship framework. This exciting programme offers an alternative to traditional AS/A Level study. It provides an opportunity to advance skills and career potential within the field of engineering.

The course covers the fundamental electronic engineering concepts and skills required of a technician, including engineering, maths and science as well as providing a sound basis for further study at higher education level.

Compulsory units cover working effectively and safely in an engineering environment, and engineering principles and practice. A further mandatory unit covers specific principles of engineering.

Delivery of this course is through structured lectures, practical activities, assignments, visits, student-centred learning and personal tutorials.

Course Content / Modules

Analogue and Digital Electronics

Control Electronics

Mechatronics

Automation

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs (grades A* – C) including maths and science.

Career Opportunities

This program gives skills that are valued by employers. It provides a clear route into a wide range of engineering activities as a technician or apprentice.

Course Progression

Options in higher education, including HNCs and Foundation degrees, providing a satisfactory level of maths and science is obtained by taking the additional advanced maths and science unit as part of this course, or an equivalent qualification.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for an Part-Time course

Part-time courses can start at any point during the year,
please see the individual course listing for the next course start date or if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You may need to complete an application form for some of our part-time courses,
our part-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Part-Time Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application
being received by our Admissions team, if you do not receive this you should contact the team
on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.

Courses will run subject to sufficient applications being received.

*Are you 19 or over?

If you are 19 or over on the day your course starts, and your course is an approved qualification at level 3 or above, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition.

Please call (01206) 712777 for more information.