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Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Keighley

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Keighley. Classes run at South Craven School, full-time during the day.

The course covers engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and computer aided design. You'll work in equipped engineering workshops with CAD and CAM facilities. Topics include mechanical behaviour of materials, safe delivery of engineering processes, and work experience in the sector. The course takes two years to complete.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering.

Who this course is for

This course is for anyone move on toing from GCSE with an interest in business. Whether you're considering working for a global corporation, small firm or even running your own business in the future, this subject will give you a good grounding in business theory. You don't need to have studied GCSE business to do this course but you will need good numerical skills (at least level 2). Studying business can lead to careers in almost any employment sector and it combines well with most other A level subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core engineering principles and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll learn to deliver engineering processes safely as part of a team.
  • You'll develop computer aided design skills using CAD and CAM software.
  • You'll explore the mechanical behaviour of metallic materials.
  • You'll practise secondary machining and manufacturing processes.
  • You'll gain work experience in the engineering sector.
  • You'll build design communication skills through drawing and modelling.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical workshop activities. Assessment is a mix of internal and external methods. You'll regularly submit assignment-based projects for marking throughout the course. Some units are assessed externally. You'll also be expected to complete private study each week alongside your timetabled sessions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Craven School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician, supports engineers across mechanical or electronic projects.
  • CAD technician, produces technical drawings and designs using CAD software.
  • Manufacturing operative, works on production lines or in engineering workshops.
  • Design technician, assists with product development and prototyping.
  • Maintenance technician, keeps machinery and equipment running safely.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering, a larger qualification covering more engineering disciplines in depth.
  • Higher National Certificate in Engineering, a Level 4 qualification and a common next step into higher-level technical roles.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering, combines university study with paid work in an engineering role.
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