Engineering Technologies (Advanced / Enhanced)
About this course
This course will suit anyone who is interested in a career in Engineering.
The course develops your knowledge and practical skills which can lead to a career in Electrical, Mechanical, Maintenance, Building Services or Design Engineering.
What you will study
On this course you will study:
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Electronics
- Electrical Installation
- 2D CAD
- Mechanical Engineering
- Maths
- Mechanical/electrical workshop practice
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs Grade A* - C to include Maths A* - B, Science A*-C and English A*-D Successful candidates will require PPE for this course, including steel toe cap boots and overalls.
Teaching and assessment
- Written and practical assignments and portfolio
Important points
- The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
- Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
- Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
- Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
- Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
- All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
- Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
- Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
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Full Time
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I’ve really enjoyed the practical sessions on this course; and the facilities are great as they have you need here to prepare you for future employment.
Career prospects & further study
Successful completion of this course will enable students to return for the EAL Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Engineering Technologies, as well as prepare them for entry into a Technical/Engineering Apprenticeship.