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Free Level 2 Engineering Course in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Engineering Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers three theory units: Working in Engineering, Engineering Principles, and Manufacture Principles. You'll also develop hands-on skills in bench fitting and lathe operation. Maths and English are included in your studies. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Engineering.

Who this course is for

This pre-apprenticeship programme is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge needed to enter the engineering industry. Many students progress to Level 3 upon completion of this program.

During the course you will study the following: Three theory based units (Working in Engineering, Engineering Principle and Manufacture Principles) and two practical based unit which will involve leaning skills on bench fitting techniques and using the Lathe. Math and English study will also be a central feature of the course to allow progression to level 3 upon completion.

Entry requirements

Minimum level D/3 in Maths and English. An interest in working in the engineering industry is desirable. Some students may progress from Level 1

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of working safely and effectively in engineering environments.
  • You'll learn core engineering principles and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll explore manufacture principles used across the engineering industry.
  • You'll develop practical bench fitting skills using hand tools and precision techniques.
  • You'll operate a lathe to shape and cut metal components.
  • You'll strengthen your Maths and English alongside your engineering studies.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom theory and hands-on practical sessions in a workshop environment. Theory units are assessed through written assignments and tests. Practical units are assessed through observed tasks and skills demonstrations. You'll work toward the City and Guilds standard throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College and University Centre Woodlands Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Welder, joins metal components using a range of welding techniques.
  • Metal Fabricator, cuts and shapes metal to make structures and parts.
  • Welder Fabricator, combines welding and fabrication skills on the job.
  • Engineering Operative, supports production and manufacturing processes.
  • Bench Fitter, assembles and maintains precision mechanical components.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Engineering qualification, the natural next step after this course and a route many students take.
  • Engineering Apprenticeship at Level 3, letting you earn while you train with an employer.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in a specialist engineering trade such as welding or fabrication, valued by employers for skilled-worker roles.
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