BTEC Diploma Engineering Design Full Level 3 Y1

Suitable For

Anyone with the appropriate entry requirements.

Course Content

This course aims to give you a broad grounding in a combination of engineering, construction and product based design practice and applications. The Level 3 Diploma is equivalent to 2 A levels. You will take 6 core subjects: Communication for technicians Electrical principles Health & Safety Mechanical principles Mathematics for technicians Project Optional subjects may include: CAD CAD design for construction Design for moving parts Engineering design Materials You will also work towards an NVQ Level 1 in Performing Engineering Operations, a supplementary qualification. You could also study for an AS/A-Level in Maths. In addition, you may be required to continue to study English, Maths or IT as part of your course

Assessment Method

Coursework and tests

Progression

This qualification allows you to progress on to an Apprenticeship or higher level qualications such as HND/Cs or degree level programmes. It can also act as ideal preparation for a career in the computing, electronics, food manufacturing, petro - chemical, textile, production design and construction industries.

Additional Information

This course will be delivered in the first year as a one year Subsidiary Diploma and if relevant grades are met learners will continue onto the Level 3 Diploma in their second year.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSES (Grade C or above) including maths or science, First Diploma (including merit in Maths, Science and one other unit) or other relevant qualification. A one year Sub Diploma may be a suitable option for some learners who have the minimum entry requirements.