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This course enables you to build upon the range of skills and knowledge gained at Level 1 to further develop your skills and knowledge to enable you to progress to a career within the engineering industry.
Compulsory Units:
Optional Units - three units from a choice:
Level 1 Certificate in Engineering (2850) or suitable equivalent Engineering qualification
Or
Minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above, including Maths, Physics and preferably English
With
Experience of using a range of hand and machine tools
Selection process includes:
- Attendance at a welcome event
- Skills test assessment
- School report and/or satisfactory reference
To learn effectively on your course you will need to use certain items of equipment and undertake particular activities as part of your studies. To further enhance your learning experience the following will be required: Personal Protective Equipment - £95 Educational Visits - £50 If you need support with these costs, don't worry, click on the link below and complete a bursary application form. https://www.wmc.ac.uk/student-support/financial-support/bursaries-loans Equipment purchased will be yours to keep and you will be able to use them for practice at home and in your future career. N.B. prices correct as of 23/06/2021
Students are assessed through portfolio of work, both practical and theoretical.
Students need the maturity, independence and motivation to attend college regularly and on time, participate to the best of their ability and behave in a responsible manner.
Are you aged 16-18?
Study programmes are full-time courses for 16-18 year olds which include:
- A qualification such as BTEC Extended Diploma
- Meaningful work experience or preparation for work
- English and maths, if you don't already have GCSE grade A* - C or Grade 4 or above in English and maths
- Non-study activities such as tutorials, voluntary work, fund-raising/charity work, sport or trips
Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
This is a recognised industry based award and as such provides students with knowledge and skills at the level which employers recognise as important to the industry.
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Planned Timetable
| Day | Times | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 — 14:00 | 12 Quays Main Building |
| Tuesday | 09:00 — 14:00 | 12 Quays Main Building |
| Wednesday | 09:30 — 15:30 | 12 Quays Main Building |
You can also apply for this course to start in September 2023 - click apply and select 'September 23 start'
If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
Fee : £920.00
This is a full level 2 course
The fee quoted is for the academic year 22/23.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form
