Engineering - Introduction

Engineering

Qualification: BTEC First Diploma

Level: Equivalent to 2 GCSE grades A*-C

Overview of Course:

The BTEC first diploma in Engineering is aimed at boys and girls who have an interest in solving problems using accurate methods of making. The course will develop an understanding of industrial methods of making mass produced products.

The course is made up of 360 guided learning hours (GLH) this is broken down into eight units.

4 Core Units:

• Working practices in Engineering
This unit is concerned with health and safety, general working practices in an engineering workshop and other work areas.

• Using and Interpreting Engineering Information
How to read and understand engineering and technical drawings, schematics, circuit diagrams, graphs, charts and exploded diagrams.

• Applied Electrical and Mechanical Science for Technicians
This unit is to provide a foundation of scientific concepts and principles associated with electrical and mechanical engineering.

• Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
This unit is designed to provide learners with the knowledge to solve problems using scientific principles.

4 Optional Units

• Using computer aided drawing techniques in engineering
• Selecting and using secondary machine techniques
• Applications of welding processes
• Electronic circuits construction and testing.

Assessment:

Although the student does not sit an exam to obtain a BTEC qualification, the units are internally assessed then externally verified by the examining body.

Progression Routes:

BTEC First Diploma
A Level Product Design
BTEC Level 3
Multi skilled technicians – Modern apprentice
HND and degree courses in a range of engineering disciplines

Future Employment Routes:

A range of engineering disciplines such as :
Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Civil and Architectural Engineering

Further Information e.g. websites, contacts etc.

http://www.raeng.org.uk
http://yp.direct.gov.uk/diplomas
http://www.howstuffworks.com
http://wwww.technologystudent.com-Ideal for research and information on projects.
http://www.ergonomics4schools.com

Thank you for your time in looking at the area.

Ben Jackson
Leader of Learning for Design and Technology

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