Level 3 Pre-Apprenticeship Academy: Enhanced Mechanical Manufacturing (BTEC Option)

This qualification provides a broad basis of study for the engineering sector.

What Will I Learn?

The course allows the learners build the knowledge, understanding and skills they need for career progression or further study.


For the BTEC Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, the learner will study: Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace Communications for Engineering Technicians Mathematics for Engineering Technicians Mechanical Principles of Engineering Systems Computer-aided Drafting in Engineering Industrial Robot Technology

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C or above (including Maths (Grade B), Science and English or Welsh first language) or a Level 2 qualification with the appropriate selection of units.


For progressing Coleg y Cymoedd learners - A merit/distinction in L2 Diploma in Engineering Technologies and a distinction grade in Unit 35 Applied Mathematics and you must have a minimum C grade in English Language or Maths by the end of your course.

Assessment

Assessment is specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification. It includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment that you need to be aware of: external, internal and synoptic

Career Progression

On successful completion of this course previous learners have progressed into careers in many engineering disciplines. Many learners progress onto level 3 Diplomas in Engineering. There is a clear route through to incorporated and chartered status. Level 3 Diplomas are valued by employers and higher education institutions.

Further Notes

If you are offered a place on this course,

you will be required to purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that is suitable for the practical work carried out.

Please discuss this at interview stage with the member of staff.

Financial support may be available depending on individual circumstances.

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Course Details
Level:Level 3
Mode:Full Time
Start Date:01/09/2026
Location:Nantgarw
Course Code:04F301NA
Fees
FT Registration Fee: £15

Please note: Fees are payable for each year of study.

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