Free Level 3 Engineering Course in Barrow-in-Furness

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Engineering Technologies Course in Barrow-in-Furness. Classes run at Furness College Channelside Campus, full-time during the day. This engineering technologies course runs over one year and covers the core technical knowledge and practical skills that engineering roles demand. You'll study a broad range of engineering technologies, building the understanding that employers in manufacturing, mechanical, and electrical sectors look for. The course suits those ready to commit to full-time daytime study.

Who this course is for

Furness College is highly successful, thriving and dynamic multi-site College. We are extremely passionate about raising the aspirations, knowledge and skills of individuals, communities and employers in Barrow-in-Furness and the wider peninsula. In 2016 the College became a member of the Chartered Institute for Further Education, the body for high performing Further Education Colleges and training providers. In 2017, we were recognised as the best Further Education provider in Cumbria at the Golden Apple Awards. In 2019, Ofsted rated us a s a Good College and later that year we were reaccredited by the Institute of Engineering and Technology, which is recognised around the world as an indicator of quality. In the summer of 2023, we were reaccredited as being a Teaching Excellence Framework Silver rated provider, for the quality of teaching on higher education programmes.

The two main campus sites, Channelside and The Sixth Form, are state of the art facilities and provide our students with the best foundation upon which to build their future. Our campuses include virtual learning spaces, demonstration areas and workshops with all the latest equipment and technologies.

We offer a very wide range of academic and technical courses for students of all ages and abilities including: A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses and university level courses, apprenticeships and adult part-time courses. We also pride ourselves on the wellbeing support we offer to students to help them be the best they can be and go further in life.

For more information and to apply for a course today please visit our website: https://www.furness.ac.uk/

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of engineering principles and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll study mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering technologies.
  • You'll learn how to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • You'll explore materials, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills used in engineering environments.
  • You'll understand health and safety requirements in engineering workplaces.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Furness College Channelside Campus. Teaching combines theory lessons with practical and applied tasks. Assessment is through coursework, assignments, and practical activities completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams for this qualification. Your work is assessed on an ongoing basis, so you build evidence of your skills as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Furness College Channelside Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering technician - support engineers across mechanical or electrical sectors
  • Manufacturing operative - work in production and assembly environments
  • Maintenance technician - carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks
  • Quality control inspector - check components and products meet specifications
  • Electrical assembly worker - build and test electrical systems and components
  • Technical support assistant - provide hands-on support in engineering teams

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering - a larger qualification covering more engineering disciplines in depth.
  • HNC in Engineering (Level 4) - the next step toward higher technical roles and engineering management.
  • Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering - combine paid work with a university-level engineering qualification.
  • NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance - a work-based route for those moving into a maintenance or operations role.

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