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Engineering (Fabrication and Welding, Mechanical Manufacturing, Maintenance)

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Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Certificate - City & Guilds 2800

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This vocationally related qualification has been designed by City & Guilds in order to meet the needs of candidates who are employed or want to gain employment in the engineering sector. It can be a stand alone qualification or a technical certificate as part of an apprenticeship framework.

The course is suitable for an employed student on an apprenticeship programme or part of a development programme for a student wishing to enhance their practical skills and knowledge in this area. It would also provide a compilation of certificates to enhance employment prospects.

Progression 

On successful completion of the course students may progress to the certificate in engineering level 3 course.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four GCSEs at grades D-G (including English, maths and science)
  • a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ level 1 / technical certificate in a related subject
  • successful completion of the Gateway / Newstart programme
  • successful completion of the PLP / Prince's Trust programme
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

One year

Business Benefits 

This is the main knowledge-based vocational qualification to get students started. They will learn practical skills to suit a variety of engineering roles, from welding and sheet metal manufacturing to vacuum forming and moulding.

A certificate in engineering is for anyone who wants to develop their engineering skills, retrain in the sector or officially recognise their existing skills.

Are there any exams? 

Assessment includes coursework, GOLA online assessments, theoretical / practical assignments and written examinations.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

This course comprises of five units studied over one year on a one day per week basis. There are two core units, a principle unit which determines the chosen pathway followed by two further trade related units.

The three pathways currently offered (subject to sufficient numbers) and typical units of study are:

Fabrication and Welding Technology

  • TIG welding.
  • Fabricating steelwork assemblies.

Manufacturing Technology

  • Machining by milling.
  • Machining by turning.

Maintenance Technology

  • Maintaining mechanical devices and equipment.
  • Assembling and maintaining pneumatic systems.

When can I study? 

Various days and times
Course Facts

September

Full-time

Kings Road Centre

There are no material fees for this course

Intermediate

ENP


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

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Rikki JonesI thoroughly enjoyed my time at the College; the variation of the teaching, and the good theory and practical balance made learning fun! The College lecturers are really helpful and supportive too.

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