Engineering

This course aims to give students the opportunity to gain an insight into the world of Engineering as well as developing an understanding of key topics related to Engineering Manufacturing. In addition to the practical workshop experience that you will gain from this subject, you will also be required to complete an exam and two pieces of non-examined assessment (NEA) in the following areas:

• UNIT 1  Principles of Engineering Manufacture (exam)

• UNIT 2  Manufacturing a one-off product (NEA)

• UNIT 3  Manufacturing in Quantity (NEA)

Final Assessment and Qualification

• 40% of your final grade will come from an exam focused on the principles of engineering manufacture. In this work you will have to learn about engineering processes, manufacturing systems and materials. You will also learn about how to apply your knowledge to the design of engineering products. This will include Engineering Drawing and Design to explore your engineering ideas.

• 60% of your  final grade will be based on your ability to manufacture Engineered Products. You will have to produce two portfolios of work to show how you have planned and manufactured a one off product and how you have planned to manufacture a batch of products. You will also have to show how to select appropriate materials and processes and use them safely. 

You will mainly work in an Engineering workshop and a Computer Room.  You will have to complete written work and practical work to produce Portfolios for your assessments. You will need  to be able to organise your work so that tasks are  completed in good time and to make sure that  you meet deadlines.

Personal safety is really important and you will have to show that  you can carry out Engineering Processes safely and accurately. 

You must remember that this course WILL NOT involve working on vehicles or engines.

An Engineering Apprenticeship or degree Apprenticeship;

BTEC Level 3 Engineering in school;

A career in the Engineering sector.

Transferable Skills: You will develop a range of skills that will help you in other areas such as; using maths and calculators to help you work out sizes; measuring accurately communicating and working with others; working safely with other people.