Level 2 Diploma in Engineering
Level 2 Diploma in Engineering
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Level 2 Diploma in Engineering

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  • Course Overview
  • Entry Requirements
  • Course Fees
This one-year City & Guilds course develops the core knowledge and practical skills needed to begin a career in engineering or manufacturing. Learners study key topics such as working safely in engineering, communication and teamwork, and the principles of engineering technology. Alongside this, they gain extensive workshop experience through bench fitting, turning and milling techniques, learning how to set up and operate equipment accurately and safely.
The qualification combines theoretical understanding with hands on training, equipping learners with the confidence to interpret engineering drawings, apply maths and science to real problems, and produce components to set tolerances
On completion, learners will be prepared to progress into an engineering apprenticeship, related employment, or advanced engineering study, with potential career routes including:
  • Engineering Operative
  • Machine Operator (Milling/Turning)
  • Bench Fitter/Mechanical Fitter
This programme is ideal for school leavers or those who have completed a Level 1 in Engineering and want to develop the skills that employers look for in engineering environments

Course overview

This one-year City & Guilds course develops the core knowledge and practical skills needed to begin a career in engineering or manufacturing. Learners study key topics such as working safely in engineering, communication and teamwork, and the principles of engineering technology. Alongside this, they gain extensive workshop experience through bench fitting, turning and milling techniques, learning how to set up and operate equipment accurately and safely.
The qualification combines theoretical understanding with hands on training, equipping learners with the confidence to interpret engineering drawings, apply maths and science to real problems, and produce components to set tolerances
On completion, learners will be prepared to progress into an engineering apprenticeship, related employment, or advanced engineering study, with potential career routes including:
  • Engineering Operative
  • Machine Operator (Milling/Turning)
  • Bench Fitter/Mechanical Fitter
This programme is ideal for school leavers or those who have completed a Level 1 in Engineering and want to develop the skills that employers look for in engineering environments

Entry requirements

This course requires two GCSEs grade 3 (C) or above in maths, English or science or a Level 1 Certificate in Engineering

Course fees

This course is free for age 16-19 years

Loans & assistance are available from Student Services.

Course Details

Length of study:
1 year

Starting:
September

Term dates

Study campus:
City

Study option(s):
Full time

Course level:
Level 2

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