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Free Level 3 BTEC Manufacturing Engineering Course in Durham

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) in Durham. Classes run at New College Durham, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC manufacturing engineering course covers health and safety, engineering science, and mathematics. You'll also study electrical and electronic principles, mechanical principles, engineering maintenance, and workshop practices. The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, your eligibility will depend on your circumstances.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Extended Diploma at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Course may be subject to change.

This manufacturing course provides the foundation knowledge for a career in mechanical engineering.

You will cover a range of topics such as: Health & Safety in the Engineering Workplace ~ Science ~ Engineering Mathematics ~ Electrical/Electronic Principles ~ Engineering Maintenance ~ Mechanical Principles ~ Mechanical Workshop Practices

This course is perfect for you if you are a school leaver looking to build a career in engineering.

Entry requirements

Please refer to College website.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply health and safety practices in engineering workplaces.
  • You'll use engineering science principles to solve practical problems.
  • You'll work with engineering mathematics to support technical tasks.
  • You'll understand electrical and electronic principles.
  • You'll apply mechanical principles to engineering contexts.
  • You'll carry out engineering maintenance tasks.
  • You'll practise mechanical workshop skills and techniques.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities. Assessment is through assignments and project work, which are marked against set criteria. There are no written exams for most units. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers in design and production roles.
  • Manufacturing Technician, works on production lines and quality processes.
  • Manufacturing Engineer, improves processes and output in a factory setting.
  • CAD Technician, produces technical drawings using computer-aided design software.
  • Mechanical Engineering Technician, maintains and repairs mechanical systems.
  • Production Operative, works in advanced manufacturing and assembly environments.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Engineering, a Level 4 qualification for those wanting to deepen technical knowledge.
  • Engineering Apprenticeship at Level 4, combining work and study in a specialist engineering role.
  • BEng (Hons) in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, a degree route for those aiming for graduate-level engineering careers.
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