Engineering Studies
Havant and South Downs College - Hampshire
02393879999
College Road, Waterlooville, PO7 8AA
Course summary

Engineering has a hand in designing nearly everything you come into contact within your daily lives; homes, cars, computers, mobile phones and game consoles. This course will allow you to develop an understanding of engineering disciplines including how mechanical and electronic systems work, fabrication, machining and health & safety in the workplace. On this Level course, you will study: – Engineering Principles (examined) – Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely as a Team – Engineering Product Design & Manufacture (controlled assessment) – Fabrication Manufacturing processes On this course, you will study highly specialist units and topics which will help you develop the skills you need to start or progress to a career in Engineering such as: – Gaining the ability to use tools and machines to manufacture components to a high standard – Using professional software to design and test electronic circuits as well as the practical measurement skills – Learning how to design outcomes to have a reduced impact on the environment – Planning, organising and reviewing your work on an ongoing basis.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 9-4, including Mathematics minimum grade 5. In addition, you must have a GCSE in science subject. Alternatively, if you have studied at Level 2, a Merit in relevant subjects is required.

How you'll be assessed

One third of the course is assessed by an external exam, one third by controlled assessment and the final third by ongoing assignments.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityHampshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCollege Road, Waterlooville, PO7 8AA