Course Overview
In today’s world, engineers work in an environment that encompasses the use of cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions. Topics covered include maintenance, installation and repair requirements, fault detection and diagnosis, isolation and resolution methods and communication for maintenance, installation and repair activities.
Topics may include:
- Engineering science and mechanical principles
- Essential mathematics for engineering and manufacturing: a knowledge and understanding of mathematics including standard matrices and determinants and standard trigonometry
- Materials and their properties: understanding material processing techniques and their effects on materials and material quality, the condition of materials, how these are managed, and materials testing methods and techniques
- Business, commercial and financial awareness: basic commercial principles including commercial priorities and markets, customers/clients/partners and resource allocation
- Working within the Engineering and Manufacturing Sectors: an understanding of how materials, conditions and context influence design processes and products
- Repair and refit on mechanical systems
- Manual machining processes and fabrication.
Assessment Methods
This course is assessed by a range of exams to cover the core engineering knowledge and controlled assessments in Year 1 and Year 2. You will also need to complete a 315-hour (45 day) minimum industry placement.
Progression Options
This qualification focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed to work for working in the engineering industry, which will prepare learners to enter the industry through employment or as an Apprentice.
This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in maintenance, installation and repair for engineering and manufacturing. Career options could include roles such as an Engineering Maintenance technician or a mechanical engineering technician.
This qualification is equivalent to three A Levels and successful completion will enable progression on to HE courses for example a HNC in Engineering or other university courses.
Entry Requirements
You need five GCSEs in the 9 to 4 range, including English at grade 4 and maths at 5 or above, or an appropriate Level 2 qualification with an overall Merit that includes maths.
Frequently Asked Questions
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