BTEC Level 3 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec advanced manufacturing engineering course takes one year to complete. You'll build the technical knowledge behind modern manufacturing processes, covering the engineering principles that underpin production and development work. The btec advanced manufacturing engineering qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel, one of the most widely specified awarding bodies in engineering. There are no specific entry requirements, and the college will talk through your background when you apply. Contact the college directly, as additional start dates may be available.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = SENG | Course Title = Engineering Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 60190541 | Qualification Aim Title = BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll study the principles of advanced manufacturing processes and how they're applied in industry.
You'll develop technical knowledge of engineering materials and their properties.
You'll learn how to interpret and apply engineering drawings and specifications.
You'll explore quality control and inspection methods used in manufacturing environments.
You'll understand health and safety requirements relevant to engineering workplaces.
You'll examine the mathematics and science that underpin manufacturing engineering.
You'll develop knowledge of computer-aided design and manufacturing technologies.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based and delivered full-time during the day at South Tyneside College. The BTEC Diploma is assessed through a combination of assignments, practical tasks, and internal assessments set and marked by the college. There are no formal written exams for this qualification. Assessment is unit-by-unit, so you build your evidence throughout the year rather than sitting a single end-of-year test.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Manufacturing technician: supporting production processes on the factory floor.
Engineering technician: technical support role across manufacturing sectors.
CNC machinist: operating computer-controlled machinery in production settings.
Quality control inspector: checking components and products meet specifications.
Production operative (technical): working in advanced or automated manufacturing.
HNC in Engineering (Level 4): the natural next step into higher technical study, recognised by employers for senior technician roles.
NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance or a related discipline: adds a competence-based qualification alongside your technical knowledge, strengthening your CV for skilled roles.
Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering (Level 6): combines work and study for those moving into professional engineering careers.
