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Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering (C&G 2850)

Level 2
Gloucester

Course Overview

Full Time
Certificate

Ideal if you want to work methodically and you’d like to take the first steps to understanding engineering and the range of disciplines involved in the industry.

You’ll learn milling, turning, basic hand skills and health and safety regulations.

Expect to gain practical skills in our purpose-built engineering workshops.

You’ll love learning from experienced lecturers and meeting employers from around the country, with a view to them recruiting you into their companies.

 

Starting this course at Gloucestershire College will get you onto the first rung of the ladder on your journey leading to an exciting and varied career within the Engineering or Manufacturing sector.

Mechanical Engineering Diploma (Craft Route)

This course will give you an insight into a range of topics and disciplines and equip you with the basic skills and knowledge required. The engineering sector is vast and diverse and with this qualification who knows where it may take you?

Our starting point for your career in Engineering is the Level 2 Diploma which is accredited by City & Guilds. It is nationally and internationally recognised by employers and engineering companies. 

During your one year full time diploma you will gain a range of practical skills such as milling, turning, grinding and health and safety regulations in our large purpose-built, industry standard engineering workshops.  You will learn about basic hand tools, mills, lathes and drills.  

You will study units such as: - Working in Engineering, Principles of Engineering Technology, Principles of Manufacturing Technology, Machining Components Using Milling Techniques, Machining Components Using Turning Techniques and Using Bench Fitting Techniques.

You will be assessed on your practical ability and by means of short written answer tests some of which are multiple choice.

You'll love learning from experienced tutors, and meeting employers from around the county with a view to recruiting you in their companies.

Future career opportunities include: Assembly and machine operator, maintenance fitter, mechanical engineer.

 

 

 

  • Typical Entry Criteria

    • Three GCSE’s including:

      • GCSE Maths at Grade 4 and above
      • GCSE English at Grade 3 and above
      • Any other GCSE subject at Grade 3 and above

    Gloucestershire College welcome any other/combinations of relevant qualifications that are comparable and/or equivalent to the typical course entry requirements.

    For 19+ applicants that do not have recognised qualifications may still meet course entry requirements through alternative methods of assessment at the College’s discretion.

    All queries regarding course entry criteria including the equivalency of qualifications and exceptional extenuating circumstances should be directed by email to the Admissions Department through applications@gloscol.ac.uk.

  • Progress on to the C&G Level 3 qualification Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

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What You Will Pay

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Engineering covers a wide range of careers and exciting job opportunities. You could work in communications, electrical or electronic engineering, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, medical technology, power systems and transport – to name a few!

Studying engineering at Gloucestershire College not only gives you the opportunity to get career-focused qualifications, but you’ll also have access to some of the best facilities available, which are vital to support study in this technology-based field.

Engineering is a key sector in Gloucestershire, so you’ll get excellent opportunities for work experience with our employer partners. You’ll also be in a great position to progress on to a range of higher apprenticeships, trailblazer degree programmes and foundation degrees that are validated by the University of the West of England, and delivered by the College at our Gloucester Campus.

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Student Stories

Millie Keddie

“I’ve always enjoyed being hands-on and practical. Mechanical engineering is not all theory based; there is lots of opportunity to solve problems by making things, and perfecting them in your own way. There’s a stereotype that engineering is a man’s job. I love the industry, I don’t care about the stereotype. It’s not a man’s job and it doesn’t matter what gender you are, you can do anything if your heart is in it."

Millie Keddie

Level 2 – Mechanical Engineering – Gloucester Campus

Tom Chapman

"I’m studying at GC because my employer, Unilever, thought it would be a good course for me to attend to expand my knowledge. As a maintenance engineer, the HNC course allows me to expand my knowledge and help progression in my career. The equipment is decent and mimics the workplace, so skills can easily translate. The electrical lecturers are good too, and I’ve received great support."

Tom Chapman

Studied HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Sylvester Ghanney

"I've always been interested in engineering and took the decision to study at Gloucestershire College to gain additional qualifications, alongside my job as a Service Engineer. My lecturers were superb; always willing to help and very supportive to those who want to learn. The equipment is perfect too."

Sylvester Ghanney

HND – Electronic and Electrical Engineering – Gloucester Campus

Our Facilities

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Mechanical engineering students have full access to state of the art technology including CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and CNC (Computerised Numerical Control) facilities.

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We have a wide range of engineering laboratories and classrooms, including specialist facilities and resources which are approved by IET (The Institution of Engineering Technologies) accredited degree programmes.

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