Mechanical engineers design, build, and improve machines and systems that make our world work — from cars, robots, and airplanes to energy systems and sports equipment. They use math, physics, and creativity to solve real-world problems. Mechanical engineers often work with cutting-edge tools like 3D modelling software, simulations, and even AI to bring ideas from a sketch to a working prototype. If you enjoy figuring out how things work and making them better, mechanical engineering could be a path for you.
Most industries rely on a form of mechanical systems, and mechanical engineering is thought to be one of the most diverse of all engineering disciplines. Due to this, there are employment opportunities across several sectors.
This course covers the intermediate knowledge, understanding, and skills that are required by someone working in the engineering industry. You will learn by completing practical projects and assessments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities, and demands.
All full-time learners will be expected to attend skills sessions as well as their chosen vocational course. You will also be asked to attend tutorial sessions as part of your full-time course timetable.
The qualification covers the intermediate knowledge, understanding, and skills that are required by someone working in the engineering industry. You will learn by completing practical projects and assessments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities, and demands.
All full-time learners will be expected to attend skills sessions as well as their chosen vocational course. You will also be asked to attend tutorial sessions as part of your full-time course timetable.
What Will I Learn?
You will learn about the following:
Engineering Environmental Awareness
Engineering Techniques
Engineering Mathematics and Science Principles
Fitting and Assembly Techniques/Manual Turning Techniques*
Computer Aided Design
Computer Numeric Control (CNC)*
Applied Mathematics in Engineering *This unit may vary dependent on campus location
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at grade D or above (including Maths, Science and English or Welsh first Language) and Science or a Level 1 qualification with the appropriate selection of units
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Assessment
Assessment methods within this qualification include an on-screen multiple-choice examination for the mandatory unit and a centre marked practical and theory assessments for the optional units. The on-screen multiple-choice examination is set by EAL and marked by EAL. The internal assessment is set by EAL and marked by members of the delivery team at the centre.
Career Progression
On successful completion of this course, you will have the opportunity to progress onto the BTEC level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering (Nantgarw) or the VRQ level 3 Certificate in Engineering Technologies (Nantgarw/Rhondda). However, this is subject to a grading board and interview.
Further Notes
You will be required to purchase Uniform (T Shirt and Trousers), safety boots & safety glasses (approx £55). Please discuss this at interview stage with a tutor after you have applied.
