Level 5 BTEC HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Crewe. Classes run full-time at Cheshire College Crewe Campus. This level 5 btec hnd electrical and electronic engineering course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply, though funding options may be available. You'll build on Level 4 knowledge with advanced theory and practical skills in electrical and electronic engineering. The course runs during the day and takes 300 hours to complete. It's a Pearson Edexcel btec hnd electrical and electronic engineering qualification that carries real weight with employers and universities.
Who this course is for
"Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England BTEC HND - Level 5 - EDEXCEL is suitable for adult learners."
What you will learn
You'll develop advanced theoretical knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering principles.
You'll apply practical skills to engineering problems and design challenges.
You'll study digital systems and electronic circuit design.
You'll explore engineering production, maintenance, and quality processes.
You'll work with industry-relevant tools and techniques used in professional engineering roles.
You'll build the technical understanding needed to progress to a degree-level top-up or move into employment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at Cheshire College Crewe Campus, combining lectures with practical and project-based work. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and coursework rather than traditional exams. Each unit is assessed separately, and you'll build a portfolio of evidence across the programme. Your tutors will give feedback throughout to help you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Crewe Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical engineer: design and test electrical systems and equipment.
Electronics engineer: develop circuits and electronic components for industry.
Control systems engineer: work on automation and process control systems.
Maintenance engineer: keep electrical and electronic systems running safely.
Instrumentation engineer: measure and monitor industrial processes.
Electrical project engineer: manage technical projects from design to delivery.
Graduate engineer (trainee): entry route into structured engineering programmes.
What you could study next
BEng or BSc (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering (top-up degree): a one-year top-up at university converts your HND into a full honours degree, which many employers require for chartered engineer routes.
Level 6 professional qualifications with the IET or similar bodies: for engineers looking to work toward Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status after gaining work experience.
