Engineering BTEC Level 2

• What will I study and learn?

  You will study many aspects of engineering, which relate to the design of products and the way industry works. This will give you a good grounding in the following mandatory units (units that you must take).
  
  

  • Interpreting and Using Engineering Information – This unit aims to give you the knowledge and skills needed to use engineering information such as drawings and working instructions to carry out manufacturing or engineering process operations.
  • Mathematics for Engineering Technicians – Here you will learn the underpinning knowledge and have the opportunity to solve engineering problems using mathematical techniques.
  • The Engineered World – The unit will introduce you to some of the key engineering sectors, as well as a variety of products associated with them.
  • Investigating an Engineered Product – You will investigate how products can be manufactured to the same standards.

  Plus you will take the following optional units:

  • Electrical and Mechanical Science for Engineering – Here you will explore the scientific concepts and principles associated with electrical and mechanical engineering.
  • Machining Techniques – Here you will explore, select and use appropriate secondary machining techniques to remove metal.
  • Electronic Circuit Design and Construction – Here you will learn to select electronic components for a given function, read circuit diagrams and construct simple electronic subjects.
  • Health and Safety in Engineering – This unit aims to give you an understanding of statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements to enable you to work safely, efficiently in engineering.

• How is the course assessed?

  The course is assessed through a combination of practical assignments, written assignments and external exams.

• What skills will I need for the course?

  If you have an interest in technology and would like to acquire a greater understanding of the principles that help engineers and technicians solve practical problems, then the course would be a good introduction.

• What formal entry requirements will I need?

  Minimum requirements - 4 GCSEs at grade D/3 including English, Maths and Double Science at grade 3
  
  OR
  
  Level 1 Diploma at Pass and GCSE English and Maths at grade 3.

• What are my progression options?

  The course is an ideal preparation for a Level 3 course in engineering, science, computing or construction. However, to progress to any of these you will need to gain at least a merit or distinction in the Level 2 qualification (with a GCSE grade 3 in Maths (higher tier) for Engineering and GCSEs in English/Maths at specific grades for construction, science and computing). The course also provides an excellent basis for entry to a wide range of jobs in engineering to include apprenticeships.

• Are there any costs involved?

  Safety boots, clothing and materials will cost £85. A textbook will be approximately £20 if you want to buy your own. There will also be fares for visits.