Engineering C&G Level 1 Certificate

Attendance: Full Time

Course level: 1

Location: Wellington Road Campus

Course code: CP0319

Start dates:

01/09/2025

Age:

a future student (16-18)

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Is this course right for me?

If you want a career in engineering this course will give you an introduction to the fundamental basics of the industry.

You will develop a range of practical skills, including machining and welding, get the chance to improve your English and maths grades as part of the course*, and complete a work experience placement to bring your learning to life.

Successful completion of the course will enable you to pursue an engineering apprenticeship or progress to the BTEC Level 2 extended certificate in engineering.

*** Advanced Technology and Automotive Centre now open!***

You will train at the new purpose-built £8.1 million purpose-built Advanced Technology and Automotive Centre at the Wellington Road campus, in Bilston, which boasts a 12-bay automotive workshop, a drive-in electric vehicle lab containing simulated training boards, a four-wheel laser alignment machine, and ADAS and Bosch diagnostic equipment.

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Course details

Entry Requirements:

To access this course you are required to have:

English GCSE at Grade 2 or above
Maths GCSE at Grade 2 or above (preferably Grade 3 or above)

As part of the admissions process you will be required to attend an interview with an admissions tutor and complete an online assessment based on engineering principles.

What will I learn?

During the course you will study the following units:

Working in engineering

You will also have a range of optional units including:

Hand-fitting skills
Working with lathes
MIG welding
TIG welding

*You will also study for GCSE English and maths if you do not already have the required level of qualification.

What skills will I gain?

By studying this course you will:

Gain a basic understanding of the engineering industry
Develop a range of industry skills
Gain knowledge and skills in machining and welding
Understand the importance of health and safety in the workplace
Develop your maths and English

How will I be assessed?

Throughout the course you will be assessed in the following ways:

One online test
Practical assessments
Written questions and answers

What can I do next?

Successful completion of the course will enable you to:

Progress to an engineering Level 2 qualification
Apply for an engineering apprenticeship