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Level 2 Engineering Course in Saint Austell

Cost£1,584.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyEAL awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Engineering Course in Saint Austell. Classes run at Cornwall College St Austell, full-time during the day.

The course builds practical engineering skills using industry-standard equipment, including welding and machining tools. You'll also develop technical drawing, fault finding, and problem solving skills. The course takes one year to complete.

Entry requires three or more GCSEs including maths at grade 4, or a relevant Level 1 qualification with GCSE maths at grade 4. You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Technologies.

Who this course is for

Ready to move beyond Level 1 and build more competence as a young engineer? This course develops practical skills and technical understanding using industry-standard equipment including modern welding and machining tools. You will also strengthen drawing problem solving and fault finding skills and build the teamwork and communication employers expect.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Three or more GCSEs, including maths at grade 4 and the others at grade 3 or above or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and GCSE maths grade 4.
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in maths will be considered as alternative to GCSE, but GCSE resit may be required depending on grade.

What you will learn

  • You'll use welding equipment to join and fabricate metal components.
  • You'll operate machining tools to shape and finish engineering parts.
  • You'll read and produce technical engineering drawings.
  • You'll apply fault finding techniques to identify and solve problems.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills valued by employers.
  • You'll build understanding of engineering processes and materials.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a workshop environment using industry-standard equipment. Classroom sessions support your technical understanding alongside the practical work. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks, assignments, and portfolio evidence gathered throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College St Austell will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering Technician, supports engineers in a workshop or manufacturing setting.
  • Engineering Operative, carries out production and assembly tasks in industry.
  • Welder, joins metal components using a range of welding techniques.
  • Machinist, operates lathes and milling machines to produce precision parts.
  • Maintenance Technician, keeps equipment and machinery running in a factory or plant.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Engineering, deepens technical knowledge and opens more senior roles.
  • Engineering Apprenticeship at Level 3, combines paid work with further study toward a recognised engineering qualification.
  • T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing, a two-year technical qualification equivalent to three A Levels.
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