Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering Technologies – September 2024
| Funding information: | Free for Eligible 16-18 year olds otherwise Adult Learner Loans available, costs apply. |
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| Duration: | 1 year - 3 days per week |
| Attendance: | Full-time Provision |
Course Overview
If you have a passion for engineering, you have got above a grade 4/C in englihs and maths & already hold a Level 2 or engineering qualification from school then this course would be a great progression choice as a stepping stone towards Higher Education or university.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Work with tutors with a rich background of engineering experience from a number of different areas
- Take part in educational visits to some of the leading names in the industry, giving you a first-hand experience of larger engineering environments
- Apply for apprenticeships whilst you study – we have a dedicated team whose aim is to help you find apprenticeship places with 1-2-1 support
Course Content
During this course you will learn modules such as:
- Health and Safety
- Engineering organisational efficiency and improvement
- Engineering Maths
- Computer aided design (CAD)
- Electrical Principles
- Mechanical Principles
We will also be embedding digitallisation and 3D printing.
Entry Requirements
You must have an interest in engineering. You must be willing to learn and develop yourself. Grade 4 in English, Grade 5 in maths & Grade 5 in sciences. Have a level 2 Engineering Qualification from college or school.
Assessment Methods
- Practical assessments
- Written assessments
- Online exams
- Internal exams
Progression
There are a few options you can consider after finishing your course: Progress onto an extended diploma where you can study further at level 3 and gain additional UCAS points. Gain an apprenticeship. HNC – Mechanical or Manufacturing (depending on UCAS points achieved). Employment.