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L3 BTEC Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Year 1 of 2 leading to Diploma/Extended Diploma in AME)

L3 BTEC Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Year 1 of 2 leading to Diploma/Extended Diploma in AME)

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Engineers are currently in real demand across a number of different industries - from defence and telecommunications to aviation and mechanics. If you like solving problems and thinking creatively, we offer a variety of courses that will help open up a range of exciting career opportunities to you. Engineers have the biggest impact on the world over any other profession, they work to come up with solutions to global warming, machines for diagnosing serious medical conditions, and better transport systems that we use every day. If you want to make a difference in the world, engineering is for you.

Working in this industry you can expect to have a varied job role. As an engineer your day to day will never be the same twice. You will find that one day you might be out helping in the build of something, whereas the next you could be in front of a computer developing ideas and programmes. You will never be bored working as an engineer!

  • Entry Requirements


    We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

    You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional, this will include attendance. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence- based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference / school report.

    We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

    4 x GCSE's at grade C/4 or above including English Language and Maths. Alternatively a BTEC Level 2 in Engineering (overall Grade Merit) , and GCSE grade C/4 in both English Language and Mathematics.

  • Course Content


    The course has been designed as a full two-year programme of study, enabling learners to develop a substantial core of knowledge in the first year, including Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace, Engineering Drawing, Fabrication, Mechanical Principles and Electrical Technology.

    In year two you will develop your knowledge and study a range of topics such as Electronic Principles, Engineering Materials, Manufacturing Techniques and Engineering Design. You will also complete a specialist engineering project.

  • Progression Next Steps


    Many students progress in to Higher Education either university studying courses such as Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or the HNC/HND route offered by the college in Mechanical, General and Electrical Engineering.

    For those students not wishing to progress to Higher Education, comprehensive support is provided to help you find alternatives such as employment or apprenticeships with blue chip companies. We have very close relationships with our employers and many of our students have progressed onto apprenticeships with the following organisations:

    • British Airways
    • Treadlighter (Solar Panels)
    • CBRE (Commercial Real Estate Services)
    • Flight School
    • Royal Navy
    • BAE sytems

    There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

    During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

  • Additional Information


    For further information please contact Neil Merrick, Course Tutor: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Course Structure


    This is a two year course.

    You will have the opportunity to complete either the BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, in the second year.

  • Assessment Details


    The BTEC in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering is assessed through internal assessments, which are set and marked by teachers, for each unit.