Engineering Level 3 Technical Extended Certificate (Single)

The Engineering course offers a more practical and hands-on approach than the traditional A Level route for engineering, although it can be taken alongside A Level Maths and Physics as well. It is a good introduction to the principles of engineering and their application and will enable you to actively experience the engineering environment. You will examine the engineering workplace both locally and nationally.

The units studied provide a mix of practical and theoretical work and include Mathematics for Engineers, Principles of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Principles, Materials Science and Computer Aided Design. The course is assessed through a mixture of projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, as well as exams. The course develops the versatile problem-solving skills that you need when working in engineering industries.

The course directly supports entry into engineering as a career and is an excellent choice if you are considering an apprenticeship or a higher education course in engineering.

The units studied have been chosen to provide a broad overview of engineering including mechanical and electrical engineering as well as supporting subjects such as maths, science and materials.

Units studied will depend on whether you choose to take single or double Engineering but may include:

• Mathematics for Engineers
• Science for Engineers
• Electrical and Electronic Principles
• Engineering Materials
• Engineering and the Environment
• Mechanical Design and CAD
• Circuit Simulation and Manufacture

Learning is achieved through the completion of projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.

Assessment will combine written assignments and practical projects that will be based on realistic workplace situations.

In addition to the Applied General entry requirements of 4 GCSEs at grade 4 including English Language and/or Maths, you will need a minimum of grade 5 in GCSE Maths.

You could progress to university, higher apprenticeship or employment