DT - Engineering

You will develop an awareness of the vast range of different Engineering sectors and the variety of job prospects and opportunities there are both in the UK and further afield.

You will have a series of coursework components where you will research individual engineered products and gain an understanding about how they are made and how engineers work together to make complicated products.

To build practical workshop skills, you will have small projects that require you to work independently on the whole range of workshop tools and equipment, including using CAD and CAM skills.

You will gain experience working with a range of materials including, wood, metal and plastics. The manufacture of a very precise metal multi tool will require accurate measuring and preparation. To achieve a high quality finish it will require stamina and resilience.

The course requires you to develop team working skills and the ability to be resilient and confident to be able to work independently in the workshop. All these skills and qualities are key factors that potential employers and training organisations are looking for.

Being aware of the different engineering opportunities and the specific sectors would help at an interview for either a higher level course, apprenticeship or training.

You will have a folder of coursework providing evidence of the research and design and make practice that has been done during the duration of the BTEC course.

Example engineering job sectors can often overlap, their job roles include:

• Civil Engineering

• Chemical Engineer

• Agricultural Engineering Technician

• Design Engineer CAD Technician

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineer

• Rail Engineering Technician

• Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineer

• Food Technologist

• Food Manufacturing Inspector

• Marine Engineer