Engineering Studies

Course summary

Engineering is a big word and a big subject. There are a lot of engineering careers in the local and wider area and many of them will offer apprenticeships and will even pay for you to go to university. This course focuses on a range of skills and knowledge to prepare you for an apprenticeship or further education at university. There is a shortage of skilled engineers in our country and employment prospects are increasing dramatically. Are you ready for the challenge? WHAT WILL YOU STUDY? • Health and safety • Hot metal processes • Machining techniques • Welding technology • Fabrication • Mathematics for engineering technicians • Mechanical principals and applications • Drawing techniques including CAD A wide range of university degree courses such as mechanical engineering, systems engineering, automotive engineering and an apprenticeship in an engineering firm or the armed forces.