T Level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Overview

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The T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing allows learners to gain an understanding of what is needed to work within the engineering industry.

This technical study programme is designed with employers to give you the skills required for industry; with lessons conducted in classrooms, workshops and during an industry-based work placement.

You will cover topics such as:

Mathematics and science for Engineering and Manufacturing.
Mechanical, Electrical and Mechatronics Principles.
Health & Safety Principles and Project Management.

A learner will have the choice of studying one standalone Occupational Specialism as listed below:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Additional mandatory parts of the T Level that need to be achieved:

A 315-hour (45 day) minimum industry placement will further reinforce your newly learned skills and offer a true insight into the engineering industry.

Entry Requirements:  A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 5  and above which must include English & Maths at a minimum of grade 4. 

Course Content - What will I learn?

To achieve the T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing you’ll need to complete the two components of the technical qualification. These are Engineering Common Core and the Occupational Specialism.

The core content includes:

– Mathematics and science for Engineering and Manufacturing.
– Mechanical, Electrical and Mechatronics Principles.
– Health & Safety Principles and Project Management.

You will also complete one of the following occupational specialism.

– Mechanical Engineering.
– Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Am I right for the course?

Entry Requirements:  A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 5  and above which must include English & Maths at a minimum of grade 4. 

Entry Requirements:  A minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 5  and above which must include English & Maths at a minimum of grade 4. 

This course is assessed through a blend of examinations and a project-based assessment on a real industry employer brief.

The core component will be assessed through a project set by employers in the industry and two externally-set exams.

The Engineering common core is graded overall A–E plus ungraded (U).

The Occupational Specialism in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is assessed through a project that is created in conjunction with relevant employers. The Occupational Specialisms are graded overall Distinction, Merit, Pass and Ungraded.

T Level qualification grade will be overall Distinction, Merit, Pass and Ungraded.

A team of professional lecturers who have considerable experience within the engineering industry.

What Next?

There are different pathways which are available to you following the successful completion of your
T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Options to consider include:

Applying to university – Your T-level will be worth UCAS points — A T-level at Distinction is worth the same as 3 A levels at A* — and will be recognised by universities and other education providers so you can choose to continue studying if you wish.

Specialise with an Apprenticeship

Work in your occupational specialism.

There are so many different areas of engineering to work in; however, most engineers choose to specialise in just one, such as chemical, automotive or robotics.  Careers in engineering are constantly evolving and new processes and technologies are being developed all the time.  This allows engineers to stay on the ball and react to new problems and challenges in their chosen career.

Engineering careers are constantly varied in terms of their job responsibilities, but also in their working locations.  As an engineer you could be working in an office, in a laboratory, on an oil rig, in a factory or on a race track.

Each engineering discipline requires professionals with very specific skill-sets.  However each and every area of this sector is as complex as the next.  Consequently, all engineers need to have strong mathematical skills, logic and the ability to rise to intellectual and practical challenges.

 

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Fees

16-18 years old, no tuition fees apply to Full Time courses and fees subject to confirmation. Additional costs applicable to BHS courses.

For all two year courses fees shown above are per year.

Aged 19+ and planning to take a level 3 or above a different fee may apply. You may be eligible for an Advanced Learning Loan.

All HE courses (full and part time) are subject to tuition fees.

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