Free Level 2 Land Based Engineering Course in Ipswich

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Land Based Engineering Course in Ipswich. Classes run full-time at Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural. You'll need 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English Language and Maths, or a Level 1 qualification with English and Maths at Grade 3. The course runs for one year and covers the skills and knowledge used in agricultural and land-based machinery work. This level 2 land based engineering qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

Who this course is for

Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses

Entry requirements

3 GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) must include English (Language) and Maths OR Level 1 plus English and Maths at Grade 3.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify and explain the main components of land-based machinery and equipment.
  • You'll carry out routine maintenance and servicing tasks on agricultural vehicles.
  • You'll diagnose and repair faults in engines and mechanical systems.
  • You'll work safely with tools, equipment, and workshop practices.
  • You'll understand the principles of hydraulic and electrical systems used in land-based machinery.
  • You'll follow health and safety regulations relevant to land-based engineering environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activity at Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, practical tasks, and skills assessments that test your ability to work on land-based machinery. Your progress will be assessed throughout the year rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Agricultural engineer, servicing and repairing farm machinery
  • Plant mechanic, maintaining construction and groundscare equipment
  • Farm machinery technician, working for dealerships or estates
  • Groundscare equipment technician, supporting sports grounds and parks
  • Agricultural vehicle operator, working on farms and rural estates
  • Land-based machinery apprentice, combining work and further training

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Land-Based Engineering. A natural next step if you want to deepen your technical knowledge and take on more complex diagnostic and repair work.
  • Land-based Engineering Apprenticeship at Level 3. Combines employment with structured training and leads to recognised skilled-worker status.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Agricultural Engineering. Builds on your Level 2 skills with more advanced practical and theoretical assessment.

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