Engineering Craft Level 3
Key Details
- Available at:Llangefni, Rhyl
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Course Length:
1 year
Engineering Craft Level 3Full-Time (Further Education)
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
This course develops higher skills and knowledge to prepare you for work in a variety of engineering roles in both the technical support and manufacturing industries such as; milling, turning, tool making and maintenance.
The course is a mix of hands-on tasks in industry standard workshops and classroom activities to build understanding of engineering principles.
The qualification is valued by local and international employers and will prepare you for work related progress including full time jobs and apprenticeships.
Entry Criteria
In order to qualify for this course, you will need at least one of the following:
- Successfully completed Engineering Craft Level 2 or
- Gained an equivalent vocational level 2 qualification or
- Gained relevant work experience (considered on an individual basis)
As part of the application process you must attend an interview to discuss the course.
Delivery
The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:
- Practical demonstrations
- Realistic workshop tasks
- Classroom activities
- You may need to complete 150 hours of work experience
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits and/or
- The Welsh Baccalaureate
Welsh Baccalaureate
Welsh Baccalaureate is a valuable qualification which is often studied alongside your Level 3 full-time course.
The qualification is graded A*-E, carrying the equivalent UCAS points at Level 3, and equips you with transferable personal and business skills. It is highly regarded by universities and employers alike.
As part of the qualification, you will learn about Global Citizenship, Enterprise and Employability and take part in community engagement and work experience.
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Maths & Welsh/English
If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.
Assessment
The programme will be assessed through a blend of the following:
- Practical assessment
- Online assessment
- Oral questioning
- Written questions
- Short learner task sheets for you to complete independently
Progression
You could progress onto the following:
- Engineering Apprenticeships (Apprenticeship Level 3 in Engineering)
- Employment
The qualification is valued by employers and will prepare you for work-related progress.
Apprenticeships and Higher Apprenticeships are an attractive option if you are looking for employment in the local area or with larger national companies.
Other details
Course type: Full-Time (Further Education)
Level:
3
Programme Area:
- Engineering and Power Technology
Bilingual:
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Dolgellau