Free BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Angel Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 36 weeks and covers the knowledge and practical skills used across engineering disciplines including product design, electronics, manufacturing, aerospace, and the automotive industry. You'll study in modern classrooms with smartboards and use well-equipped workshops with hand tools and machine tools. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and a science subject, with Maths at grade 6 or above. All applicants have an interview before starting.
Who this course is for
If you're interested in product design, aerospace, manufacturing, electronics, electrical engineering or the automotive industry as a project leader or designer, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to progress to university or employment.You will be taught in our modern, bright and airy engineering classrooms, each with new smartboards, alongside our well-equipped workshops with all the hand tools and machine tools you need to get a head start in your engineering career.We also run a 'Young Engineers Club', where you are encouraged to further develop your engineering knowledge in new technologies, such as drones, solar and wind power, robotics, go-karts and more. The club has weekly meetings in our workshops where you can research, design, manufacture and finally test your product with our support.The course can also include work placements with many reputable companies around Greater London. There are also industry projects to take part in and guest visits from engineers who have designed railway stations, airports and shopping centres.
Entry requirements
You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including GCSE English, GCSE Maths at grade 6 or aboveGCSE Science (Double Award) at grade 5 or aboveGrade 5 in one other subject, preferably a science-related subject or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE Maths at grade 6 or above)All applicants must have an interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
What you will learn
You'll explore engineering principles across areas including electronics, manufacturing, and product design.
You'll develop practical skills using hand tools and machine tools in a workshop environment.
You'll study concepts relevant to aerospace, automotive, and electrical engineering.
You'll build project design and problem-solving skills used in engineering roles.
You'll gain the technical knowledge needed to progress to university or employment in engineering.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on workshop sessions. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma uses a combination of coursework assignments and practical assessments. Classes run across multiple days each week during the day. All applicants have an interview before the course begins to confirm the course is the right fit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Angel Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Engineering technician. Support engineers in design and manufacturing roles.
Electrical engineering assistant. Work on electrical systems and installations.
Manufacturing operative. Operate and maintain production machinery.
Automotive technician. Diagnose and repair vehicles in a workshop setting.
Product design assistant. Help develop and test new product concepts.
Aerospace ground technician. Support aircraft maintenance and inspection teams.
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Engineering (Level 4 or 5). A natural next step if you want to specialise before entering employment or going further.
BEng or MEng degree in Engineering. University entry is a key outcome of this Diploma, opening routes into professional engineering roles.
Level 3 NVQ in Engineering. A work-based route that complements academic study with on-the-job evidence.
