BTEC Enhanced Engineering Level 2
Key Details
- Available at:Llangefni, Rhyl
- Study Mode:Full-time
- Course Length:
1 year
BTEC Enhanced Engineering Level 2Full-time (Further Education)
Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.
Course Description
This qualification is designed to cover the fundamental skills and knowledge common to all engineering pathways (Mechanical and Electrical) and in preparation for Engineering Level 3. You will gain skills in all aspects of the engineering sector and fully completed you will achieve a BTEC Level 2 in Engineering and NVQ level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations.
A requirement of this Enhanced Programme is to complete 150 hours of Industry Work Experience, normally set as day release during the year.
Entry Criteria
In order to qualify for this course you will need the following:
- 4 GCSEs A* - C including 1 st Language English or Welsh and Mathematics or Numeracy.
As part of the application process you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.
Delivery
The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:
- Practical workshop sessions
- Classroom sessions
- Student centered work
- Demonstrations
- Discussions
- Virtual learning environment
- Assignments
- Exams
- You may need to complete 150 hours of work experience.
Your programme will also include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits
Your programme will include a combination of:
- Essential Skills qualifications and/or
- GCSE resits
Essential Skills
This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills
GCSE resits
This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.
Maths & Welsh/English
If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.
Assessment
The programme will be assessed through a blend of the following:
- Practical and written assessments/assignments
- Presentations and demonstrations
- Portfolios of work
- Performance and observation
- Demonstration of practical skills
- Online examinations
Progression
Completion of this course gives a number of options for progression, including a full-time Engineering Level 3 course in order to further develop your knowledge, skills and prospects.
Alternatively, you could apply for an apprenticeship and attend college on a day release basis.
This is an industry-recognised qualification that develops engineering knowledge and skills.
Successful completion of this course allows you to progress to the following Level 3 courses.
- Engineering Level 3
- Apprenticeship Level 3 in Engineering
The following are available at Llangefni:
- Aeronautical Engineering Level 3
- Electronic/Electrical Engineering Level 3
- Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Level 3
- Motorsport Engineering Level 3
Other details
Course type: Full-time (Further Education)
Level:
2
Programme Area:
- Engineering
Bilingual:
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Llangefni