EAL Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Manufacturing Technician

This qualification is for you if you are looking to start in the advanced manufacturing and engineering sector. It covers a range of topics allowing you to experience the different disciplines and skills requirements within the sector. It has been specifically designed for learners in full time education who are interested in pursuing a career in the engineering sector, including occupations and job roles such as maintenance engineer, mechanical engineer, welder and/or fabricator, and electrical and/or electronic engineer. The qualification is also suitable for other learners, including adults, who would like to progress to a higher level course. The vast majority of employers require certain technical skills and knowledge and they also look for employability skills to ensure that employees are effective in the workplace. These skills include self-management, team-working, business awareness, problem solving, communication, literacy and numeracy. Throughout the course students are helped to develop a range of employability skills.

5x GCSE Grade 4+ (Including Maths) or Level 2 Diploma Engineering Pass+ (Inc Maths unit). It is essential a learner has achieved GCSE Maths 4+ Progressing Learners from within College; In addition, to demonstrate Positive Engagement & progress in English and Maths, and Good Attendance overall. You must pass + Diploma (Year 1) to progress onto the Ext Diploma (Year2).

You will study theoretical aspects of the subject and apply them to practical tasks. Compulsory topics include: - engineering materials - electronics, control and instrumentation - mechanical structures and dynamics - manufacturing methods in engineering - engineering design - engineering mathematics and statistics - engineering workshop practice - innovation and new technologies.# The following employers support this qualification: EDF Energy, AMEC, Bosch, Bramble House, MBDA.

This is delivered in the classroom, workshop and via work experience.

Stationery and protective clothing

Assessment methods have been designed to assess the knowledge, understanding and skills of learners for all units. Learners must achieve a Pass in ALL components for the qualification to be awarded.

Successful completion opens the door to a wealth of opportunity in the engineering sector. Students will be well-placed to progress to university full-time or to a higher apprenticeship, where they will typically continue their higher education studies part time at Level 4.

Typical job roles include: Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Sheet Metal Worker, CNC Operator, Welder.