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Engineering (Fabrication and Welding, Mechanical Manufacturing, Shipbuilding)

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Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Certificate - City & Guilds 2800

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

This course is designed to enhance the skills, competence, knowledge and understanding of anyone engaged in these fields of engineering. It is suitable for apprenticeship programmes or for learners with prior experience of the industries or those who have successfully completed the City & Guilds 2800 certificate in engineering level 2 course or other relevant level 2 qualification.

You will want to take your skills to the next level to make sure that you have the practical craftmanship and technical know-how to progress in your career. Our certificate in engineering course will ensure you acquire the knowledge you need to be able to continually demonstrate to an employer your competence and capable craftmanship that will make you a valuable asset to their business. You can also use this course as a springboard to further study that will enhance your career prospects.

Progression 

On successful completion of the course students may progress to a related BTEC HNC qualification.

Entry Requirements 

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

  • four to five GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English, maths and science)
  • an intermediate GNVQ in a related subject
  • a BTEC first diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ level 2 / technical certificate in a related subject
  • successful completion of a relevant level 2 apprenticeship programme
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

Two years

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 six units studied over two years on a one day per week basis. There are two core units, a principle unit which determines the chosen pathway, followed by three further trade related units.

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

Fabrication and Welding

  • Thick platework.
  • Sheet metalwork.
  • Pattern development.

Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering

  • Milling.
  • Turning.
  • Computer aided design (CAD).

Shipbuilding

  • Principles of shipbuilding.
  • Thick platework.

When can I study? 

Various days and times
Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome. For further information please contact the Customer Services team on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.

Click here to request an application form be sent to you through the post or download a printable copy.

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Rikki Jones

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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