Engineering & Technology Advanced Diploma Level 3

Course Description

The Advanced Diploma focuses on performance using practical skills, knowledge and understanding and is an ideal pathway to a range of careers within engineering.

Times and Costs

Start Date	End Date	Day	Time	Location	Attendance	Cost	Apply
05/09/11 28/06/13 MON-FRI 09:00- 18:15  Coalville Part Time £827 This course could cost just £81depending on your previous qualifications. Find Out More 05/09/11 29/06/12 MON-FRI 09:00- 18:15  Coalville Full Time £498 This course could cost just £77depending on your previous qualifications. Find Out More

Prices shown are for the 2011-12 academic year which starts in August 2011. Please contact Student Support if you are unsure of the fee you need to pay.

If the duration of your course is more than 1 year, further tuition/material fees will be expected 12 months after starting your course unless you are exempt from payment.

Course Level

N/A

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at grade A-C (including Maths and Science) or an Intermediate Certificate in Engineering and Technology. Mature students (over 21) with relevant work experience need no formal entry requirement, however all students will have to attend an interview and take an Initial Assessment.

Course Length

2 Years (full-time).

What will I study

You will cover a range of topics including health and safety, computer aided design, programmable logic controls, welding, electrical principles, mathematics and science, organisational efficiency and improvement. You will also learn functional skills which are English, Maths and ICT as required.This course may also (dependant on demand) be available as an Electrical, Mechanical or Multi-Skilled programme.
> Advanced Mathematics (for those wishing to enter HE> Advanced Engineering Science (for those wishing to enter HE)
> CAD
> CNC Programming/Machining
> Pattern Development
> MMA Welding
> MIG/MAGS Welding
> TIG Welding
> Mechanised Welding
> Automated Welding
> Producing Sheetmetal Fabrications
> Producing Plate Fabrications
> Producing Pipework Fabrications
> Managing Fabrication Activities
> Shipbuilding Pathway ETC: Maintenance

Both mandatory units plus the unit in Group A, plus five units from Group B.

Group A:
> Maintenance Engineering Principles
> Plus five units from Group B

Group B:
> Advanced Mathematics (for those wishing to enter HE) > Advanced Electrical and Electronic Principles (for those wishing to enter HE)
> Advanced Engineering Science (for those wishing to enter HE)
> CAD
> PC Maintenance
> Measurement and Control
> Electrical Testing and Commissioning
> Maintenance of Mechanical Systems
> General Maintenance Techniques
> Building Mechanical Maintenance Systems and Services
> Refrigeration Systems
> Fluid Power
> Hydraulics
> Pneumatics
> Building Electrical Maintenance
> Instrumentation
> Installation of Electrical Equipment
> Data Communications and Networking Pathway ETD: Mechanical

Both mandatory units plus the unit in Group A, plus five units from Group B

Group A
> Mechanical Engineering Principles

Plus five units from Group B

Group B
> Advanced Mathematics (for those wishing to enter HE)
> Advanced Engineering Science (for those wishing to enter HE
> CAD
> CNC Programming/Machining
> Toolmaking/Presswork/Extrusion
> Advanced Manufacture Techniques
> Inspection/Quality Control
> Design
> Precision Grinding
> Gear Cutting/Measurement
> Advanced Milling
> Advanced Turning
> Specialised Machining Techniques
> CAM Pathway ETE: Multi-Skill
> Advanced Mathematics (for those wishing to enter HE)
> Advanced Electrical and Electronic Principles (for those wishing to enter HE)
> Advanced Engineering Science (for those wishing to enter HE)
> CAD
> CNC Programming/Machining
> PC Maintenance
> Electrical and Electronic Principles
> Programmable Logic Controllers
> Measurement and Control
> Analogue Electronics
> Digital Electronics
> Microelectronics
> Electrical Testing and Commissioning
> Fabrication and Welding Principles
> Pattern Development
> MMA Welding
> MIG/MAGS Welding
> TIG Welding
> Mechanised Welding
> Automated Welding
> Producing Sheetmetal Fabrications
> Producing Plate Fabrications
> Producing Pipework Fabrications
> Managing Fabrication Activities
> Shipbuilding
> Maintenance Engineering Principles
> Maintenance of Mechanical Systems
> General Maintenance Techniques
> Building Mechanical Maintenance Systems & Services
> Refridgeration Systems
> Fluid Power
> Hydraulics
> Pneumatics
> Building Electrical Maintenance
> Instrumentation
> Installation of Electrical Equipment
> Mechanical Engineering Principles
> Toolmaking/Presswork/Extrusion
> Advanced Manufacture Techniques
> Inspection/Quality Control
> Design
> Precision Grinding
> Gear Cutting/Measurement
> Advanced Milling
> Advanced Turning
> Specialised Machining Techniques
> CAM
> Data Communications and Networking

How will I learn?

You will learn in state-of-the-art facilities, industry standard workshops and have access to the latest online learning materials delivered using Smartboards. A balance between theoretical and hands on approach ensuring that a broad skill base will also

How will I be assessed?

The programme is internally and externally assessed by achievement of practical assignments and multi-choice testing.

Where could it lead?

The course is designed as a pathway into employment within the engineering sector or onto Higher Education e.g. HNC/HND or Foundation Degree in High Performance Engineering.

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