Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Extended Diploma
Is this course for me?
If you are technically minded, good at maths and science, and like solving problems, a professional career in engineering could be a great move for you. Mechanical Engineers develop and design components and machinery used in many industries like manufacturing, construction, water, power, health and transport. They also manage teams of technicians and craftspeople, who carry out installation and maintenance work. Our courses are designed to develop the practical skills and knowledge required to enter employment in this diverse sector, or progress to university level study. By studying an Extended Diploma, students develop knowledge, understanding and skills required by the engineering sector, this also include essential employability skills that can then be applied into real work contexts. This qualification allows students to develop the wide ranging knowledge, understanding and skills required for direct progression into a broad range of roles within the engineering sector.
The course has been designed as a two year program of study, enabling students to develop a substantial common core of knowledge, including Working Safely as a Team, Engineering Principles, Engineering Projects, Further Mathematics for Technicians, CAD, CNC, Product Design an Manufacture, Microprocessors and Addative Maunufacturing
By assignment and practical assessments.
Full time for two academic years
A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-4 or equivalent including science, maths or English.
Progressions from this course include University study, Higher Education or Degree/Advanced apprenticeship. Mechanical Engineers can expect to earn between £22 and £55k a year. Other career prospects include Aerospace Engineers, Aerospace Engineering Technicians, CAD Technicians CNC Machinists, Engineering Craft Machinists, Design and Development Engineers, Materials Engineers, Engineer Operatives.
You will be taught by a professional team of staff who will support you throughout your course. If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass. Find out more at Free Bus Travel
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Students aged 16-18 do not pay exam fees.
Students aged 19+ will need to pay an exam fee of £250.00
