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Free Level 3 BTEC Manufacturing Engineering Course in Basingstoke – Basingstoke College of Technology

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) Course in Basingstoke. Classes run at Basingstoke College of Technology, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the technical knowledge behind modern manufacturing and engineering. You'll study mathematics for technicians, communications, computer aided design, computer aided manufacture, electrical and electronic principles, engineering drawing, and engineering workshop practices. This btec extended diploma in advanced manufacturing engineering qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel and carries real weight with employers and universities in the engineering sector.

Who this course is for

The course covers a wide range of subjects including: Mathematics for technicians Communications for technicians Project manufacture Engineering workshop practices Computer aided design Engineering drawing Electrical and electronic principles Computer aided manufacture

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll apply mathematics to solve engineering and technical problems.
  • You'll use computer aided design (CAD) software to produce engineering drawings.
  • You'll work with computer aided manufacture (CAM) processes and tools.
  • You'll develop knowledge of electrical and electronic principles used in manufacturing.
  • You'll practise engineering workshop skills and safe working practices.
  • You'll produce and interpret engineering drawings to industry standards.
  • You'll plan and carry out a project manufacture task from brief to finished component.
  • You'll develop technical communication skills for engineering environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities at Basingstoke College of Technology. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of assignments, projects, and internally assessed units. There are no traditional written exams for most units. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course that demonstrates your technical knowledge and practical skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Basingstoke College of Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Manufacturing technician. Support production and process improvement on the factory floor.
  • CAD technician. Produce technical drawings and models using design software.
  • Engineering apprentice (higher level). Progress to a Level 4 or degree apprenticeship in engineering.
  • Quality control inspector. Check components and products meet engineering specifications.
  • CNC machinist. Operate computer-controlled machinery to manufacture precision parts.
  • Electrical and electronic engineering technician. Work on control systems and electronic assemblies.
  • Product development technician. Support design and testing of new manufactured products.

What you could study next

A Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering is accepted by many universities as a route onto engineering degree programmes, including BEng and MEng courses in mechanical, manufacturing, or electrical engineering. You could also progress to a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering at Level 4 or Level 5, or apply for a higher or degree apprenticeship with an engineering employer.

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