Engineering - Level 1 Diploma

This qualification enables you to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to progress to further learning or training qualifications in Engineering at a higher level. They also provide you with the opportunity to develop wider personal and employability skills with optional units in personal, learning and thinking skills and employability.

The topics covered are:

• Planning and Making a Machined Product
• Communication skills for work
• Making Engineering Components Using Hand Tools
• Carrying Out an Engineering Project
• Using Mathematics and Science in Engineering
• Routine Servicing of an Electrical/Electronic System
• Wiring Electrical Circuits and Components
• Electronic Assembly
• Using a Bench/Pedestal Drilling Machine
• Working in Engineering
• Working Safely in Engineering

You will need:

• At least Entry 3 in both Maths and English. You are able to take an English and Maths assessment at our centres during the interview stage to determine your level.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence, collected from written assessments, presentations, witness statements and practical observation.

School Leavers

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

Once you succesfully complete your course, you will receive a Gateway Level 1 Diploma in Engineering and progress to Level 2 Diploma in Engineering.to further improve your knowledge and skills.

This course will introduce you to the fundamental skills and practices required to start a career in the world of engineering, including basic engineering concepts, design and materials.

Topics covered can include:

• Working safely in engineering
• Making engineering components using hand tools
• Wiring electrical circuits and components
• Routine servicing of an electrical/electronic system
• Assembling mechanical components

You will need:

• Three GCSES including Maths at grade 2 or above or equivalent qualifications

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence, collected from written assessments, presentations, witness statements and practical observation.

School Leavers

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

You will receive a Level 1 Diploma Skills for Engineering. Once successfully completed you can progress to the Level 2 engineering course to improve your skills.