Engineering

This course is for anyone who has an interest in Engineering, enjoys practical hands-on work in a workshop environment, can problem solve and wishes to gain relevant practical experience within this industry to possibly gain an apprenticeship. You will populate and develop a portfolio which can be used to show employers during interviews. You need to be able to work safely and be responsible for yours and others Health & Safety.

This course provides a basic requirement for a Modern Apprenticeship. Students will learn vocational skills in Engineering including:

• Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
• Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation
• Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
• Producing components using hand fitting techniques
• Carrying out aircraft detail fitting activities
• Installing aircraft mechanical fasteners
• Producing aircraft detail assemblies
• Producing CAD models (drawings) using a CAD system

You should have National 4 Application of Maths or National 4 Maths, National 4 English and ideally another engineering subject. If you want to take engineering further, you should be working at National 5 Application of Maths or National 5 Maths. National 5 Physics is helpful too. You will be required to complete an aptitude test at the interview.

Assessments are practical and focus on the attainment of new skills as and when you acquire them. You will be required to complete a log book.

The course involves practical workshop activities used to develop various engineering techniques. There are some computer-based subjects too. Evidence is generated using an online portfolio.

Successful completion of this Course may provide you with opportunities to progress to a full-time Engineering College NC Course at College and there may also be opportunities for Modern Apprenticeships. If you want to study Engineering, the PEO is a great addition to your National Qualifications because it shows that you have practical experience. Many local engineering companies are now asking for prospective candidates to have or be working towards a PEO Level 5.

Many of our students secure employment whilst on the PEO course and continue their studies by returning to college on a Day-release basis.