Free Level 1 Engineering Course in Hull

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Engineering Technologies Course in Hull. Classes run at Hull College, full-time during the day. No formal qualifications are required to start. You'll cover the basics of fabrication and welding and develop practical workshop skills. This engineering technologies qualification takes one year to complete. It gives you a solid foundation if you want to move into engineering or progress to a Level 2 course.

Who this course is for

Learn the basics of fabrication and welding, develop practical workshop skills, and gain a recognised qualification. Ideal for beginners looking to start a career in engineering or progress to Level 2.

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are required

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the fundamentals of fabrication and welding techniques.
  • You'll develop practical skills working in a workshop environment.
  • You'll explore core engineering technologies and how they are applied.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience with tools and equipment used in engineering.
  • You'll build the knowledge needed to progress to Level 2 engineering study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities at Hull College. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and coursework completed during the course. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hull College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Welder's assistant: support skilled welders on fabrication work
  • Engineering operative: entry-level production and assembly roles
  • Workshop assistant: hands-on support in engineering workshops
  • Metal fabricator's assistant: help shape and join metal components
  • Manufacturing operative: work on production lines in engineering settings

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Engineering: the natural next step, building on your Level 1 skills and opening more job roles in engineering and fabrication.
  • Level 2 NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations: a work-based qualification that develops practical engineering skills recognised by employers.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Welding: a specialist route if you want to focus on welding and move toward a career as a qualified welder.

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