Level 2 Land Based Engineering Course in Melton Mowbray. Classes run at Brooksby College, full-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your age and circumstances. Some learners may be entitled to fee remission, so it's worth contacting the college to check. The course runs for one year and covers the mechanical and electrical systems behind the machinery used in farming, forestry, and environmental industries. You'll work through units including engine principles, hydraulics, vehicle electrics, fabrication, and health and safety for land-based industries. To start, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and Maths, or a relevant Level 1 qualification with Entry Level 3 Functional Skills.
Who this course is for
Welcome to the dynamic world of Land-Based Service Engineering - where mechanical precision meets agricultural innovation. This Level 2 course is designed for those ready to roll up their sleeves and dive into the nuts and bolts of machinery that powers farming, forestry, and environmental industries.
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and Maths OR a relevant Level 1 qualification and Entry 3 Functional Skills
What you will learn
You'll learn how engines operate and how to carry out basic diagnostics on land-based machinery.
You'll study transmission and driveline systems and how they transfer power through vehicles.
You'll develop skills in hydraulic systems used on agricultural and forestry equipment.
You'll practise fabrication, cutting, and joining techniques in a practical workshop setting.
You'll work with land-based vehicle electrics, including wiring and fault-finding.
You'll operate land-based vehicles and machinery safely and correctly.
You'll apply health and safety practices specific to the land-based engineering industry.
You'll gain an understanding of what working in land-based engineering looks like day to day.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work in workshop spaces on site. The course is delivered full-time during the day over one year. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work linked to each unit. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply skills and knowledge to real machinery and engineering scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooksby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Agricultural machinery mechanic. Service and repair farm equipment for dealerships or estates.
Plant machinery technician. Maintain construction and groundcare machinery.
Forestry equipment engineer. Keep forestry vehicles and tools in working order.
Groundscare machinery operative. Service mowers and outdoor power equipment.
Land-based engineering apprentice. Combine work and study at Level 3 with a local dealership.
What you could study next
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Land-Based Service Engineering. The natural next step, combining on-the-job training with technical study. Many learners move into apprenticeships with local or national dealerships after this course.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Land-Based Engineering. A full-time college route for those who want to deepen their technical knowledge before entering the industry or moving into higher-level training.
