Engineering - Level 2

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Engineering - Level 2 First Extended Certificate

This course equips you with the skills and experience to progress in engineering, mixing practical work with underpinning theory to develop your understanding of the engineering environment. You will gain a broad level of knowledge of engineering topics and be able to progress your skills with further study.

The topics covered are:

• The Engineered World
• Investigating an Engineered Product
• Interpreting and Using Engineering Information
• Mathematics for Engineering
• Health and Safety in Engineering
• Engineering Materials
• Computer-aided Engineering
• Machining Techniques
• Electronic Circuit Design and Construction
• Engineering Design

You will need:

• Three GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language, Maths, and Science or equivalent Level 1 Engineering qualification with Functional Skills in English and Maths.

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

The Pearson BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Engineering has two externally assessed units. This will help learners as they progress either into higher levels of vocational learning or to related academic qualifications. The remaining units are internally assessed. Internal assessment allows learners to develop a wider range of skills and provides evidence towards meeting the unit assessment criteria. Evidence for assessment can be generated through a range of activities, including role play, practical performance and verbal presentations.

AGED 16 - 18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2025 before the start date of the course, and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your course then your study with us will be free.

Please see here for the documents you need to show us.

Some courses have additional costs, such as specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

Upon successfully completing this course, you are able to progress to Level 3 Engineering (apprenticeship route) or Level 3 National Foundation in Engineering (university route). 

Engineering - Level 2 First Extended Certificate

This course equips you with the skills and experience to progress in engineering, mixing practical work with underpinning theory to develop your understanding of the engineering environment. You will gain a broad level of understanding in performing engineering operations, and be able to progress your skills with further study.

Topics covered can include:

• Working Safely in an Engineering Environment
• Communications
• Working Effectively in an Engineering Environment
• Computer Aided Drawing
• Filing and Fitting Techniques
• Sheet Metal Work
• MIG/MAG/Gas Welding
• Engineering Maintenance
• Pneumatics

You will need:Three GCSEs including English Language and Science at grade 3 or above and Mathematics at grade 4 or above or equivalent Level 1 qualification with Functional Skills in English at Level 1 and Mathematics at Level 2All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

Assessment is continuous throughout the year through completing written assignments and projects as well as and performing practical work that is assessed internally within the college. There will also be some written examinations, assessed externally via Pearson, the BTEC awarding body.

AGED 16 - 18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2025 before the start date of the course, and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your course then your study with us will be free.

Please see here for the documents you need to show us.

Some courses have additional costs, such as specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

This course will help you to move on to higher level study, an apprenticeship or other employment.

Engineering - Level 2 First Extended Certificate

This course equips you with the skills and experience to progress in engineering, mixing practical work with underpinning theory to develop your understanding of the engineering environment.

Topics covered can include:

• The Engineered World
• Investigating an Engineered Product
• Health and Safety in Engineering
• Engineering Materials
• Interpreting and Using Engineering Information
• Mathematics for Engineering
• Electronic Circuit Design and Construction
• Engineering Design
• Computer-aided Engineering
• Electrical and Mechanical Science for Engineering

You will need:

• GCSE Maths at Grade 4 or above, an additional three GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language, Science or equivalent

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

You will be assessed through written assessments and examinations.

AGED 16 - 18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2025 before the start date of the course, and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your course then your study with us will be free.

Please see here for the documents you need to show us.

Some courses have additional costs, such as specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

The progression from this course is to the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering.

Engineering - Level 2 First Extended Certificate

This course equips you with the skills and experience to progress in engineering, mixing practical work with underpinning theory to develop your understanding of the engineering environment. You will gain a broad level of knowledge of engineering topics and be able to progress your skills with further study.

Topics covered can include:

• The Engineered World
• Investigating an Engineered Product
• Health and Safety in Engineering
• Engineering Materials
• Interpreting and Using Engineering Information
• Mathematics for Engineering
• Introduction to Communications for Engineering
• Electronic Circuit Design and Construction
• Engineering Design
• Computer-aided Engineering
• Electrical and Mechanical Science for Engineering
• Electronic Devices and Communication Applications

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language, Maths, and Science or equivalent Level 1 qualification with Functional Skills in English and Maths.

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

You will be assessed through exams, assignments, presentations, witness statements, and practice observation.

AGED 16 - 18

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31st August 2025 before the start date of the course, and you have the legal right to remain in the UK for the duration of your course then your study with us will be free.

Please see here for the documents you need to show us.

Some courses have additional costs, such as specialist materials and trips.

Many of our students are eligible for financial support. See here for details.

Upon successfully completing this course, you are able to progress to Level 3 Engineering or a Level 2 Apprenticeship.