Engineering and Manufacturing Level 3
BTEC Extended Diploma
This course mixes practical and theory lessons to provide you with an understanding of engineering.
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Level 3
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 2 years
Start date - September-June
Where - Engineering Centre
Course Overview
This course will help you develop your knowledge in mathematics and further mathematics for engineering technicians, material science, mechanical principles, electrical and electronic principles, machining processes and using programmable controllers for automation. You will learn how to produce engineering drawings using CAD. This course will also instruct you on how to work efficiently, effectively and comply with all health and safety requirements whilst working in an engineering and manufacturing workplace.
You will study this course in our Engineering Centre, based in Huddersfield. This is a purpose-built centre and is used for the training of engineering and manufacturing students. It boasts excellent facilities with the latest equipment in industry standard workshops.
On completion of the first year, you will be qualified to Engineering Technician Standard.
At this point you will have a level 3 qualification which can be used to meet the requirements of the Engineering Technician apprenticeship in Mechatronics. However, if you want to go into higher education you must complete the second year. On completion of the second year, you will be sufficiently qualified to gain entry on our HNC/HND course or on a university BEng programme.
This study programme will also enable you to engage with local employers through a range of activities, including industrial visits, guest speakers and mock interviews. The course will also include at least 30 hours of work experience, where you will be placed with a local engineering company to gain some ‘real world’ experience.
This course will help you develop your knowledge in mathematics and further mathematics for engineering technicians, material science, mechanical principles, electrical and electronic principles, machining processes and using programmable controllers for automation. You will learn how to produce engineering drawings using CAD. This course will also instruct you on how to work efficiently, effectively and comply with all health and safety requirements whilst working in an engineering and manufacturing workplace.
On completion of the first year, you will be qualified to Engineering Technician Standard.
At this point you will have a level 3 qualification which can be used to meet the requirements of the Engineering Technician apprenticeship in Mechatronics. However, if you want to go into higher education you must complete the second year. On completion of the second year, you will be sufficiently qualified to gain entry on our HNC/HND course or on a university BEng programme.
You will study this course in our Engineering Centre, based in Huddersfield. This is a purpose-built centre and is used for the training of engineering and manufacturing students. It boasts excellent facilities with the latest equipment in industry standard workshops.
This study programme will also enable you to engage with local employers through a range of activities, including industrial visits, guest speakers and mock interviews. The course will also include at least 30 hours of work experience, where you will be placed with a local engineering company to gain some ‘real world’ experience.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs with the following grades: English at 4 or above and maths at 5 or above and 3 other GCSEs at 4 or above including a science or technology course.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
Higher education
Apprenticeship
Employment
Apprenticeship
Employment
You could take up a position as trainee technician in computer aided draughting and design, mechanical and electronic fault diagnosis and repair, or an apprenticeship.
This course is based on written assignments.
This course is part of the governments Lifetime Skills Guarantee and may be free for some students aged 24+.
Please email info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk for further information
Please email info@kirkleescollege.ac.uk for further information
You will be required to wear all necessary personal protective equipment provided by the college when working in our engineering workshops.
Why work in the Engineering Industry?
Employment in Engineering roles is down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Engineering Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Engineering Industry
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