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Level 3 Engineering Technologies Course in Nottingham

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Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body

Free if you're on certain benefits. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact Nottingham College for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Engineering Technologies Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College Highfields Campus, full-time during the day. Students aged 16 to 18 years old do not pay tuition fees. If you are 19 or over, fees may still apply, though funding may be available.

The course focuses on electrical engineering. You'll study electrical testing and commissioning, electrical maintenance in buildings, panel wiring, electrical power, and the installation of electrical equipment. It runs over one year. You'll need GCSE Maths or English at grade 4 to enrol.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technologies.

Who this course is for

This qualification is for you if you would like to continue your education within the electrical industry.

Entry requirements

You must have either GCSE Maths or English at grade 4.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to carry out electrical testing and commissioning.
  • You'll develop skills in electrical maintenance in buildings.
  • You'll practise panel wiring for engineering applications.
  • You'll study electrical power systems for engineering.
  • You'll learn how to install electrical equipment safely.
  • You'll build the knowledge and behaviours needed across a range of electrical subjects.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Teaching covers both the theory and the applied skills needed in the electrical sector. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written work throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering Technician, supports electrical and mechanical engineering teams.
  • Maintenance Engineer, keeps electrical systems and equipment running.
  • Electrician, installs and maintains electrical systems in buildings.
  • Electrical Installer, fits electrical equipment in commercial or residential settings.
  • Panel Wirer, assembles and wires electrical control panels.
  • Mechanical Engineer, works on machinery and engineering systems.

What you could study next

  • An electrical apprenticeship, the practical route into a qualified electrician career.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, for those aiming toward a degree-level role.
  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, for progression into professional engineering.
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