Engineering
EAL Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies
Is this course for me?
This course provides qualifications for learners who would like to pursue a career in the engineering industry. It is also suitable for adults who would like to progress to a higher level course. There are UCAS points attached to this course.
Study Overview
EAL Level 3 Technical Extended Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering Technologies
Year 1
Engineering and environmental health and safety
Engineering mathematics
Further engineering science
Maintenance of mechanical systems
Mechanical engineering principles
EAL Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies
Bridging Units Subsidiary to Extended Diploma
Engineering communications
Engineering organisational efficiency and improvement
EAL Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies
Year 2
Advanced engineering project
Electrical and electronics principles
Further engineering mathematics
Digital electronics
Engineering design process (CAD)
Maintenance engineering principles
Advanced turning
Progression and Employment Opportunities
Progression to further study could include:
- HNC/D in Engineering
- HNC/D in Mechanical Engineering.
- BEng Hons in Mechanical Engineering
- BSc Hons in Mathematics or Physics
Opportunities into apprenticeships could include the standards in Engineering design and draughtsperson, Engineering fitter, Engineering Technician or Maintenance and operations engineering technician.
Career opportunities may include trainee or technician positions in such areas as:
- Computer aided design (CAD)
- Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
- electronic devices and circuits
- 3D printing and rapid prototyping
- CNC machining
Additional Qualifications Studied
METIS
Maths and English – Take it Seriously!
At Chelmsford College we are dedicated to
helping all our learners achieve their ambitions and we acknowledge that in order to do well, some of our learners may need extra support in maths and/or English.
Please note that individual Level 2 literacy and numeracy may not be equivalent to a full GCSE qualification. We provide specialist teaching as a compulsory part of the study programme for all learners who have not achieved a grade 4 at GCSE in these subjects and we all take maths and English seriously.
Full-Time Courses in Engineering
EAL Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies | 2 years | ![]() |
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Level 1 VRQ Diploma in Engineering Technologies | 1 year | ![]() |
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Level 2 VRQ Diploma in Engineering Technologies | 1 year | ![]() |
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T Level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing | 2 years | ![]() |
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Short Courses
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Apprenticeships in Engineering
Engineering Fitter Level 3 | 362 | 42 months | ![]() |
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Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 | 372 | 42 months | ![]() |
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Engineering Operative Level 2 | 363 | 24 months | ![]() |
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Engineering Technician Level 3 | 364 | 42-48 months | ![]() |
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Lean Manufacturing Operative Level 2 | 397 | 18 months | ![]() |
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