It doesn't matter whether it's a bicycle, a car, an aeroplane, a PC or laptop, a mobile phone, a camera even something as simple as a pen. Light switches, televisions, boats and ships, a bridge, rockets, or a space station, the list goes on.
So ask yourself what you see yourself as, an inventor, designer or a draughtsman or perhaps the person with the ability to produce the finished product.
Engineering is broken down into four areas - Mechanical, Electrical, Fabrication & Welding and Motor Vehicle. Look at the options on the menu to explore engineering further.
This is a four year apprenticeship.
Pre-requisites:- A minimum of 4 GCSE's in - Maths, English, a Science and I.C.T. at grade C or better. (I.C.T. is not a mandatory subject. Another would be acceptable)
Years 1 & 2
In the first two years you will attend college 2 days a week and work towards obtaining an NVQ Level 2 in general engineering (Performing Engineering Operations - Electrical bias).
In addition you will also work towards a technical certificate which provides you with the underpinning knowledge you will require in your chosen occupation. (City & Guilds 2300 Level 2 - Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology)
You will also have to complete "Functional Skills" in Maths, English, ICT, Working With Others and Improving Own Learning at Level 2.
Years 3 & 4
In years three and four, you will complete an NVQ level 3 in the workplace either, (Engineering Maintenance, Engineering Installation & Commissioning). Evidence of the jobs you do at work need to be compiled in a portfolio. Lowestoft College use an online system for capturing this evidence.
You will attend college one day a week in years three and four to complete the BTEC (National Certificate in Operations & Maintenance in Engineering level 3). This technical certificate is at Technician level.
This is a multi-skill qualification and covers mechanical, electrical, and electronic engineering.
Should you or your employer decide that the BTEC is inappropriate for you. Alternative Technical Certificates are available to choose from.
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