Engineering Systems (Electrical, Mechanical, Fab/Welding) SCQF 5 (Stornoway) NC
Study mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time., You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.
Course type: NC
Study at: Stornoway
Start in: September
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at your local campus or learning centre.
Duration: Full time: 1 academic year, Part time: 1 academic year
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
This course provides students with the opportunity to gain a nationally accredited award in Engineering and provides desirable pre-apprenticeship training in Mechanical, Electrical, Fabrication and Welding. In addition to a broad range of practical skills, this course also gives an introduction to academic subjects relevant to Engineering.
Entry requirements
National 4 or above in:
- Mathematics
- English
- Science or a Technical subject
All suitable applicants will be interviewed prior to acceptance on the course.
- Communication
- Mathematics: Craft 1
- Engineering: Using Information Technology
- Engineering Systems Principles
- Engineering Systems Test & Measurement
- Engineering Systems Applications
- Electrical Wiring Skills
- Engineering Workshop Skills
- Graphical Engineering Communication
- Computer Aided Draughting (CAD) for Engineers
- Health and Safety: Engineering
- Thermal Joining Skills
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
- Part Time
Course delivery is by face to face and is both classroom and workshop based
How long will my course last?
1 Academic Year- Stornoway
Start date
September
Fees
Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.
This course requires students to purchase a kit/uniform (around £17.28). If you are eligible for a bursary, these kit costs will be covered.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Further study opportunities
Career opportunities
- Apprenticeships in Electrical, Mechanical or Fabrication & Welding Engineering
Staff quote
NC Engineering Systems Level 5 is an excellent multi-disciplinary pre-apprenticeship course that offers candidates the opportunity to develop skills across a wide range of engineering disciplines, including Mechanical, Electrical, Fabrication and Welding. If you are considering pursuing a career in Engineering or as an Electrician in the construction sector, this course will give you the core and transferable practical skills you will need and employers value so highly.
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