Free Level 2 Technical Certificate in Engineering in Bradford. Classes run at Bradford College, full-time during the day. This is a one-year course that builds practical and technical engineering skills through hands-on classroom learning. You'll cover core engineering principles alongside practical workshop skills, with welding among the key areas of focus. The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Engineering builds is for you if you would like to explore and develop practical and technical skills in engineering.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical engineering skills through hands-on workshop activity.
You'll learn core engineering principles and how they apply in real working environments.
You'll practise welding techniques used in engineering and manufacturing.
You'll understand how to use engineering tools and equipment safely.
You'll explore technical drawing and engineering measurements.
You'll build knowledge of materials and their properties in engineering contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activity at Bradford College. Assessment includes written assignments and practical tasks that test your technical skills. You'll be assessed on both your knowledge of engineering principles and your ability to apply them in a workshop setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bradford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Welder. How to become a welder starts with practical skills like these.
Engineering operative. Entry-level role in manufacturing or production.
Fabricator. Cutting, shaping and assembling metal components.
Maintenance technician. Supporting machinery and equipment in a workshop.
Sheet metal worker. Forming and finishing metal parts to specification.
Engineering assembler. Putting together components in a production setting.
What you could study next
Level 3 Technical Certificate in Engineering. The natural next step if you want to deepen your technical knowledge and move toward skilled engineering roles.
Level 3 NVQ in Welding. A work-based qualification that supports progression toward professional welder status.
Level 3 Diploma in Engineering. Broader engineering study that opens routes into higher technical or apprenticeship programmes.
