Free Level 1 Engineering and Technology Course in Nelson. Classes run at Nelson and Colne College, full-time during the day. You'll need at least two GCSEs, including a minimum of Grade 2 and Grade 3 in English Language or Literature and Maths. The course runs for one year and introduces you to the engineering industry. You'll study maths and English alongside practical engineering skills, covering hand tools, drilling, welding, electrical wiring, machining, and mechanical servicing. It's a solid foundation for moving into employment or progressing to higher-level engineering and technology classes.
Who this course is for
This course is an introduction to the Engineering industry and you will study maths and English alongside, whilst developing the knowledge and skills required to support routes into employment or higher levels of study. You will develop skills in making engineering components using hand tools, using a bench/pedestal drilling machine, joining materials using welding, wiring electrical circuits and components, planning and making a machined product and routine servicing of mechanical equipment and electronic systems.
Entry requirements
2 GCSE passes at a minimum of Grade 3, which must include a Grade 2 and 3 in English Language or Literature and Maths, in either combination.
What you will learn
You'll use hand tools to make engineering components.
You'll operate a bench and pedestal drilling machine.
You'll join materials using welding techniques.
You'll wire electrical circuits and components.
You'll plan and make a machined product.
You'll carry out routine servicing of mechanical equipment.
You'll develop your maths and English skills alongside your engineering studies.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical work in the classroom and workshop. Assessment is based on the skills and knowledge you build throughout the course, covering tasks such as making components, wiring circuits, and servicing equipment. Your maths and English are assessed as part of your study programme. The centre will confirm the full assessment details when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nelson and Colne College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Engineering operative, supporting production and assembly work in a manufacturing setting.
Maintenance technician assistant, helping with routine servicing of equipment.
Electrical assembly worker, wiring components in a production environment.
Welding assistant, supporting fabrication and joining work.
Engineering apprentice, combining on-the-job training with further study.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Engineering, the next step toward skilled engineering work and a stronger CV for employers.
Level 2 Functional Skills Maths or English, if you want to strengthen those qualifications alongside your engineering study.
An engineering apprenticeship at Level 2 or Level 3, combining paid work with a recognised engineering and technology qualification.
