Engineering - Fabrication and Welding/Mechanical Manufacturing/Maintenance

Vocational qualification

In Plymouth

£ 750 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Plymouth

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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Location

Start date

Plymouth (Devon)
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Kings Road, PL1 5QG

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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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I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the College; the variation of the teaching, and the good theory and practical balance made learning fun! The College lecturers are really helpful and supportive too.

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Engineering - Fabrication and Welding/Mechanical Manufacturing/Maintenance

£ 750 + VAT