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HIGHER DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING (LEVEL 2)

Is this the right course for me?

The Engineering Diploma is for anyone interested in learning about modern engineering technologies and their applications in the real world. There are three themes to the Diploma, The Engineering World, Discovering Engineering Technology and Engineering the Future. The Engineering Diploma will develop your knowledge, understanding and skills across a wide range of engineering subjects. Through the Engineering Diploma, you will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of the importance of engineering in our rapidly evolving world and the benefits of engineering to humanity and the global economy.

What will I need to join the course?

 

  • You must have an interest in Engineering, be able to understand what engineering is and what it can do.
  • You will need predicted GCSE grades in the A*-C range.
  • You will need a good attendance record.
  • You must have Protective footwear.
  • You must understand that this is not a motor vehicle qualification
  • All places are also subject to a satisfactory interview.

What will I be doing?

The Diploma has four main parts:

  • Principal learning
    The principal learning follows the three broad themes of The Engineering World, Discovering Engineering Technology and Engineering the Future, and within this you will study subjects such as Computer Aided Design, engineering materials, maintenance and manufacturing engineering and electronics engineering

  • Generic Learning
    Mastering essential life and work skills is crucial in today's competitive job market. As a Diploma student you will need to achieve a minimum standard in English, Maths and ITC which involves ‘functional skills'.

  • Additional/Specialist Learning
    The additional / specialist learning element of the diploma offers you an opportunity to take other qualifications, such as GCSEs, which are relevant to the main area of interest. Alternatively you could choose to broaden your study programme by studying a language or science.

  • Student project
    As a Diploma student will complete a project to demonstrate the skills and knowledge you have acquired. You will choose your own project which will focus on the use of Engineering technologies in solving real life problems.


WHAT MAKE THIS COURSE SPECIAL?

Developed in conjunction with employers, this qualification will enable you to develop valuable transferable skills in English and communications, Maths and personal learning and thinking - helping you to prepare for adaptable careers and lives.

How long will the course last?

The Higher Diploma is a two year course, where you will spend one whole day here at the North Suffolk Skill Centre, plus additional time back at your school completing units.

What will I achieve?

An Edexcel Higher Diploma in Engineering

How will my progress on the course be assessed?
Assessment will be mainly assignment-based with some project work. There is only one external examined unit.

And the future?
It is expected that once you have successfully completed this course you can either progress onto the Higher Diploma in Engineering, or pursue the opportunity of employment based training such as an apprenticeship, or work based learning.

Please speak to your schools IAG (information Advice and Guidance) if you have any questions about your choices or future career goals.

 

Engineering diploma 'window into career' - 26-07-2007 - 16:58
Leading industry figures and secretary of state Ed Balls have praised the development of a new engineering diploma.

Speaking at the London South Bank University, Mr Balls, secretary of state for the Department for Children, Schools and Families, said that co-operation between government and major engineering employers such as British Gas, JCB, RWE npower and the Royal Academy of Engineering had created a useful way of educating future engineers.

Against a backdrop of an engineering skills shortage, he said: "Diplomas are key to our reform of the education system. I want to see the brightest and the best taking diplomas which will give them more choice and allow them to get the careers they really want."

There are five diplomas currently offered which cover construction, engineering, IT, creative media, and society, health and development.

They provide a bridge between school and employment and they will "enable young people to see the advantages of pursuing careers in industry", according to Rod Kenyon, director of British Gas Engineering Academy

 


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