Foundation in Engineering
Level 3Course Overview
Full Time
Certificate
Certificate
Engineering is at the heart of innovation and plays a crucial role in industries worldwide. If you’re looking to develop your technical knowledge and skills, this course is the perfect starting point. Delivered on-campus in our industry-standard classrooms and workshops, this course offers a one or two year programme. Whether you’re starting level 1 after your GCSEs or continuing from level 2, this course provides an excellent foundation for a career in engineering.
What you'll learn
You’ll gain a comprehensive introduction to engineering principles and skills required in technical roles.
The BTEC Level 3 route, which includes the BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Engineering in year 1, with an option to progress to the Extended Diploma in Engineering in year 2.
If you wish to progress to university, you will need to complete our two year course.
Year 1
- Engineering Principles
- Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely as a Team
- Engineering Product Design and Manufacture
- Applied Commercial and Quality Principles in Engineering
- Computer Aided Design in Engineering
- Work Experience in the Engineering Sector
- Manufacturing Computer Numerical Control Machining Processes
- Additive Manufacturing Processes
Year 2
- A Specialist Engineering Project
- Microcontroller Systems for Engineers
- Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems
- Further Engineering Mathematics
- Electronic Devices and Circuits
- Electronic Measurement and Testing of Circuits
- Programmable Logic Controllers
Highlights
You can expect to:
- Gain hands-on experience in purpose-built workshops using industry-standard engineering tools and software
- Learn from experienced tutors who bring real-world engineering expertise
- Access fantastic, local industry links and support to gain work placement opportunities
- Develop skills that are highly valued by employers and universities, with options to progress onto higher education or an apprenticeship
- Choose from two engineering routes, allowing you to tailor your learning to your future career goals
Assessments
Assessment methods vary and include assignments, practical projects and may incudes exams.
Anything else?
You will be required to wear steel toe capped boots, appropriate clothing and PPE for any practical sessions.
We also have student development sessions which will support you towards your future career plans. You will have time for continuous professional development (CPD), and you will take part in our Which Three Skills programme to enhance your employability and professional development.
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A minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 4 and above (A*-C) including both English and maths (with maths being at a Grade 5 minimum).
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At the end of year 1 you can progress onto the second year which will enable you to progress onto higher education at Gloucestershire College, including HTQ (HNC), university or employment.
Shortlist and Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please add it to your shortlist. You may then add further courses to your shortlist or continue to complete your application.
Engineering covers a wide range of careers and exciting job opportunities. You could work in communications, electrical or electronic engineering, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, medical technology, power systems and transport – to name a few!
Studying engineering at Gloucestershire College not only gives you the opportunity to get career-focused qualifications, but you’ll also have access to some of the best facilities available, which are vital to support study in this technology-based field.
Engineering is a key sector in Gloucestershire, so you’ll get excellent opportunities for work experience with our employer partners. You’ll also be in a great position to progress on to a range of higher apprenticeships, trailblazer degree programmes and foundation degrees that are validated by the University of the West of England, and delivered by the College at our Gloucester Campus.
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