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Free Level 2 Engineering Course in Burnley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Engineering Course in Burnley. Classes run at Burnley College, full-time during the day.

You can specialise in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics, or Fabrication and Welding. Topics include engineering mathematics, materials and processes, CAD, additive manufacturing, and engineering design. The course takes one year to complete. You'll need three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification, to get started.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Technologies.

Who this course is for

Within Vocational Engineering Technologies, you can specialise in: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics or Fabrication and Welding.This qualification is for you if you want to progress in a career in the advanced manufacturing and engineering sector. The course has been developed with industry experts to immerse yourself in the needs of local and national engineering and will prepare you for professional development into the engineering sector. Completing this course will allow progression onto a Level 3 course Level 3 Extended Diploma in engineering Technologies or a Level 3 Apprenticeship within Engineering.Mechanical Engineering - This course has been developed to give learners a firm understanding of mechanical engineering and general engineering technologies. It will allow students to gain a strong understanding of what would be expected in industry as a Mechanical Engineer.  Within this course you will study: Engineering environmental awareness, Engineering techniques, Engineering mathematics and science principles, manual turning techniques, Understanding Computer Aided Drawing (CAD), Engineering materials processes, Additive manufacturing (3D Printing), Applied Mathematics and Engineering design techniques.Electrical and Electronics -    This course has been developed to give learners a firm understanding of electrical and electronics engineering and general engineering technologies. It will allow students to gain a strong understand

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll study engineering mathematics and science principles.
  • You'll learn about engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
  • You'll practise manual turning and fabrication techniques.
  • You'll develop skills in Computer Aided Drawing (CAD).
  • You'll explore additive manufacturing, including 3D printing.
  • You'll gain an understanding of electrical and electronics engineering.
  • You'll apply engineering design techniques to practical tasks.
  • You'll develop awareness of environmental responsibilities in engineering.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at Burnley College. The course is delivered full-time during the day. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, practical tasks, and coursework across your chosen specialism. There are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers in mechanical or electrical settings.
  • Engineering Operative, works on production lines or in manufacturing plants.
  • Welder, joins metal components in fabrication and construction.
  • Mechanical Engineering Assistant, helps maintain and repair machinery.
  • Electrical Engineering Assistant, supports installation and testing of electrical systems.
  • CAD Technician, produces technical drawings using computer software.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies, the natural next step for deeper specialist knowledge and stronger career prospects.
  • Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship, lets you earn while you train with an employer in your chosen specialism.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Engineering, a work-based route recognised by employers across manufacturing and engineering.
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