Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Salford. Classes run at Pendleton Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks and covers the broad technical knowledge and practical skills that engineering roles require. You'll study topics across the engineering discipline, from design and manufacturing principles to electrical and mechanical systems. This is an OCR-backed engineering qualification, giving your Certificate real weight with employers and universities.
Who this course is for
SchoolLeaver
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of engineering principles and how they apply in practice.
You'll study mechanical and electrical systems and how they work together.
You'll learn how to read and produce engineering drawings and technical documents.
You'll explore design processes and how engineers solve real problems.
You'll understand health and safety requirements in engineering environments.
You'll build skills in project planning and working to technical specifications.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at Pendleton Sixth Form College, supported by practical activities and project work. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments and externally set units. Some units are assessed by OCR through timed assessments or exams, while others are assessed through portfolios of evidence you build up over the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Pendleton Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Engineering technician. Supports engineers across mechanical, electrical, or civil projects.
Manufacturing operative. Works on production lines and assembly processes.
Maintenance engineer. Keeps machinery and equipment running in industrial settings.
CAD technician. Produces technical drawings using computer-aided design software.
Electrical installation engineer. Installs and tests electrical systems in buildings.
Quality control inspector. Checks products and processes meet technical standards.
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Engineering. A higher-level technical qualification that takes your engineering knowledge further and is valued by employers for senior technician roles.
Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering. Combines paid work with a full degree, often the next step for those who want to specialise.
Level 3 NVQ in Engineering. A work-based qualification that complements academic study and supports a CSCS or equivalent card for site-based roles.
