Engineering Practice and NC Engineering Systems SCQF 5 (Thurso) SVQ
What is special about this course?
The course covers both theory and practical subjects to develop skills across a range of units to increase knowledge of engineering systems and engineering practice.
This programme combines the NC engineering systems with the SVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations. These qualifications satisfy the foundation training for a modern apprenticeship across a range of engineering disciplines.
Employment opportunities through good employer links and potential route to a 2nd year apprentice.
Entry requirements
School leavers
- Three National 4 qualifications including Maths, English and a technical/science subject.
- SQA skills for work engineering would also be an advantage
- Satisfactory interview
Mature students
- Relevant post school education and training
- Satisfactory interview
Progressing students
- Access to Construction and Engineering with bridging Maths at SCQF Level 5
- Satisfactory interview
The NC Engineering Systems award comprises of a core set of units which focus strongly on an engineering systems approach with equal emphasis being given to mechanical and electrical engineering.
- Communication
- Mathematics: Craft 1
- Engineering: Using Information Technology
- Engineering Systems Principles
- Engineering Systems Test and Measurement
- Engineering Systems Applications
- Practical Electronics
- Engineering Materials
- Engineering Quality
- Computer Aided Draughting (CAD) for Engineers
- Health and Safety: Engineering
- Mathematics: Craft 2
- Working with Others
- Problem Solving
- Numeracy
- Information and Communication Technology
This qualification can be offered as a stand-alone qualification or combined with the Multi-disciplinary SVQ Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations
SVQ units to include
- Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
- Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation
- Working efficiently and effectively in engineering
- Producing mechanical engineering drawings using a CAD system
- Forming and assembling pipework systems
- General machining, fitting and assembly applications
- General fabrication and welding applications
- General electrical and electronic engineering applications
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
How long will my course last?
This course runs full time over one academic year, or over two years on a day release basis if you are in suitable employment.
Where can I study my course?
- Thurso
Start date
September
Fees
Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.
What can I do on completion of my course?
- Successful completion of this course can be used to help you secure employment as a second year apprentice, as the course provides you with the necessary qualifications that satisfy the foundation training for the Modern Apprenticeship in Fabrication and Welding Engineering.
- NC Engineering Systems: Mechanical production and maintenance engineering or electrical, control and instrumentation installation and maintenance engineering.
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