Free BTEC Level 3 Engineering Course in Prudhoe. Classes run at Prudhoe Community High School, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 btec engineering course covers both electrical and electronic engineering and mechanical engineering disciplines. You'll study topics such as electrical machines and the maintenance of mechanical systems, building the skills and knowledge needed for roles like engineering technician or engineering operative. To join, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Design Technology or Engineering.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at students preparing for roles in engineering, for example engineering technician or engineering operative. Students gain relevant skills and knowledge from studying a range of content focused on electrical/electronic and mechanical disciplines, for example electrical machines and maintenance of mechanical systems.
Entry requirements
Students must achieve 5 qualifications at Grade 4 or above to return to 6th Form at PCHS including having studies DT or Engineering at GCSE.
What you will learn
You'll study the principles of electrical and electronic engineering systems.
You'll learn how mechanical systems work and how to maintain them.
You'll explore electrical machines and their applications in engineering contexts.
You'll develop practical knowledge relevant to engineering technician roles.
You'll build understanding of engineering disciplines that apply across manufacturing and industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Prudhoe Community High School. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate uses a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. This mix of coursework and exams means your understanding is tested in more than one way across the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Prudhoe Community High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Engineering technician: maintain and test electrical or mechanical systems.
Engineering operative: hands-on production and assembly work in manufacturing.
Electrical engineering assistant: support qualified engineers on electrical installations.
Mechanical engineering assistant: assist with machinery maintenance and repair.
Manufacturing technician: oversee processes on a production line.
Maintenance engineer: keep industrial equipment running safely and efficiently.
What you could study next
HNC in Engineering (Level 4): a common next step into higher technical engineering study, often available at further education colleges.
HND in Engineering (Level 5): builds on the HNC and can lead directly into the second year of a degree.
BEng (Hons) in Engineering: a full university degree for those aiming toward chartered engineer status.
Engineering Degree Apprenticeship: combines paid work with degree-level study in a specific engineering discipline.
