Performing Engineering Operations Level 2
This course will give you a good understanding of different engineering sectors and will help you develop a broad range of practical engineering skills across a wide range of engineering sectors - everything from welding to computer aided design (CAD), to fabrication in sheet metal to turning on a lathe. You will also learn how to work safely and develop professional behaviours ready for your next steps. If you are a person who really enjoys learning by ‘doing’ and is more ‘hands on’ then this course is for you. Alongside the practical lessons you will also study the underpinning theory to further develop your understanding of engineering processes, tools and equipment, the engineering environment, health and safety and engineering drawings.
The aim of the course is to give you experience of a range of different engineering sectors to help you discover the areas you might want to progress into in the future, such as mechanical, maintenance, fabrication, welding, CAD technician or electronics. We look forward to seeing you in our workshops.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSE subjects at grade 3, including English or Maths at a grade 4.
What will I study?
Typical units may include:
- Working Safely in an Engineering Environment (mandatory)
- Communicating Technical Information (mandatory)
- Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering (mandatory)
- Filing and Fitting Techniques
- Preparing and Using a Lathe
- Working with Sheet Metal
- MIG/MAG/Gas Welding
- Electrical Wiring and Testing
- Engineering Maintenance
- Pneumatics Systems and Maintenance
- Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD)
The number of units you will study will depend on whether you are studying GCSE English or Maths alongside this qualification, which you will do if you have not yet achieved a grade 4.
Additional costs
Please be aware that you will need to provide your own steel toe capped footwear and overalls for use in the workshop, and engineering drawing equipment. Please note you will not be allowed into the workshops without appropriate footwear and overalls, however we will advise on a local supplier and we do have spares.
Method of delivery
The majority of units are practical skills-based, where you will be learning in our specialist engineering workshops, laboratories and CAD (Computer Aided Design) suite. You will learn from demonstration and individual feedback, and the application of your own skills, where you will be carrying out a range of activities using a wide selection of engineering tools and equipment. You will also write up the correct process for these activities to show your understanding. This is achieved in booklets which are specially designed for each unit. The units run in parallel with each other to keep the work varied, for example you might spend the morning welding and the afternoon doing CAD skills and then Health & Safety. You will also have a Progress Coach who supports your pastoral needs throughout your time at College.
How will I be assessed?
Once you have completed your training tasks in each unit you will be assessed using a range of methods:
- Demonstration of competent practical skills (assessed tasks)
- Completion of the unit logbook
- Completion of underpinning knowledge questions
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes. You can only study GCSE English or GCSE Maths alongside if you have not yet achieved your grade 4.
Your next steps
Successful completion of this course can lead you on to the Level 3 practical course, EAL Level 3 Diploma in Engineering & Technology. Alternatively, it could lead you into a job or on to an apprenticeship, another complimentary programme such as motor vehicle or electrical installation, or a programme of your choice.
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