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ENGINEERING - LEVEL 3

Duration: 2 Years
Level: Level 3

This course is ideal if you are looking to start a career in engineering. It will provide you with a broad knowledge of modern engineering industries and specialist knowledge of advanced manufacturing, designed to give you a clear pathway to the wide range of career opportunities available.

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

  • Engineering maths (algebra, trigonometry and statistics)
  • Engineering Science (mechanical principles, physics – dynamic systems, Newton’s laws of motion, velocity, acceleration, momentum, forces, moments, energy and power.
  • Electrical/electronic principles (Ohm’s law voltage, current and resistance. Lenz’s law, magnetism Faradays laws, motors and generators)
  • Design engineering (design, CAD, manufacturing)
  • Project (research based unit requiring a unique solution to a given engineering problem

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Your assessment will include:

  • Portfolio of Evidence
  • Projects
  • Essays/Written Assignments
  • In Class & Online Tests
  • Practical Demonstrations
  • Case Studies
  • Class Activities/Discussions
  • Presentations

WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?

This course allows progression to university level courses at Preston College in a range of engineering subjects. You can choose to gain higher level skills in electrical engineering by studying one of our HNC engineering programmes.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW?

For workshop activities you will need to purchase suitable overalls and steel toe capped work boots at a cost. Progression to year two is dependent on successful completion of year one. This qualification forms part of the Level 3 apprenticeship framework. There are a range of enrichment activities available including trips to exhibitions, trade shows and local companies. 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You will need five GCSEs at grade 9-4 (A* to C) including English Language, Maths and Science or a Level 2 Diploma at Merit or Distinction Level in Engineering. You will also be required to attend an interview.

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