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Free Level 1 Engineering Course

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Engineering Course at Falmouth Marine School. Classes run full-time during the day, over one year.

You'll learn safe workshop practice and core engineering techniques. The course covers tools and materials used in marine settings, giving you a solid practical foundation. You need two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above to apply, or a relevant Entry Level qualification. Learners with industry experience but no GCSEs may be considered after interview.

You'll finish with a Level 1 Diploma in Engineering Technologies.

Who this course is for

If you enjoy practical work and want a first step into marine engineering or boatbuilding this course gives you a solid foundation. You will learn safe workshop practice and core engineering techniques while working with tools and materials used in marine settings. It is designed to prepare you for Level 2 study or entry-level roles.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Two or more GCSEs at Grade 2 or above, or successful completion of an Entry Level qualification.
  • Learners with relevant industry experience but no GCSEs at Grade 2 may be considered based on interview. For some courses this may include GCSE English or maths grade 2 or equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise safe workshop techniques and understand health and safety in engineering environments.
  • You'll use hand tools and power tools common in marine engineering and boatbuilding.
  • You'll work with materials used in marine settings, learning how to handle and shape them.
  • You'll develop core engineering skills including measuring, marking out, and cutting.
  • You'll learn the basics of marine engineering and boatbuilding processes.
  • You'll build the practical knowledge needed for Level 2 engineering study or entry-level work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical work in a workshop setting. Classes are classroom based and run full-time during the day. Assessment is through practical tasks and coursework completed throughout the year. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply engineering techniques safely and accurately.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Falmouth Marine School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering assistant, supports engineers on practical tasks and projects.
  • Engineering operative, carries out hands-on production or maintenance work.
  • Welder, joins metal components in manufacturing or marine environments.
  • Boatbuilding assistant, helps construct and repair boats in a yard or workshop.
  • Marine engineering trainee, works on engines and mechanical systems on vessels.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Engineering, the natural next step after this course and opens more job roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Marine Engineering, builds directly on the marine focus of this qualification.
  • Apprenticeship in Engineering or Marine Engineering, lets you earn while you train at Level 2 or Level 3.
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