HIGHER DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING - LEVEL 2 (pre-16)
Qualification/learning body
Higher Diploma / Edexcel
The Higher Diploma is worth the equivalent of 7 GCSE’s at grade A*-c.
The course is delivered at the North Suffolk Skills Centre, Halesworth.
length of course
2 years pre 16
(Possibility of 1 year, post 16)
The subject
The Higher Diploma in Engineering will introduce you to some of the key themes of engineering and will give you an understanding of basic engineering principles. You will learn what engineering is about and examine the different opportunities it has to offer. As well as understanding the theory behind engineering, you will learn practical skills and develop an ability to solve problems both on your own and as part of a team. The course is designed to be relevant to modern engineering, and to open up a wide range of educational, training and career opportunities.
assessment
Principal Learning. All units are internally assessed, except unit 8, which is by examination.
Generic Learning. English, Maths and ICT functional skills are by examination.The Diploma in Engineering consists of three areas of learning: principal, additional and generic.
principal learning
Unit 1: exploring the Engineering World.
Unit 2: Investigating Engineering Design.
Unit 3: Engineering Applications of Computers
Unit 4: Producing Engineering. Solutions.
Unit 5: Electrical and Electronic Circuits and Systems.
Unit6: Application of Manufacturing Techniques in Engineering.
Unit 7: Applications of Maintenance Techniques in engineering
Unit 8: Exploring Engineering Innovation, enterprise and Technological Advancements
Students also do a minimum of 10 days’ engineering work experience and get the chance to learn from professionals.
generic learning
All students will be expected to complete the functional skills qualifications at Level 2 in English, Maths and ICT.
Students also learn teamwork and self-management skills, learn how to express themselves confidently, and how to apply their knowledge and skills creatively in a business environment.
Students also complete a project to demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired, for example;
Students also complete a project to demonstrate the skills and knowledge they have acquired, for example.
additional learning
To gain a full higher diploma students’ must also study additional L2 qualifications for a further 180 hours level in any area.
possible careers/progressions
All areas of engineering / Apprenticeships / Advanced Diploma in Engineering.
Contact Karen Hurdle on 01986 834160.
It is the policy of this College that all people are entitled to equality of opportunity in education and training please note that all details on this factsheet were correct at the time of publishing and may be subject to change.
