Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Mechanical Pathway)

The course consists of 7 units. You will gain practical skills in hand-fitting, welding, turning and milling and an excellent knowledge of theory to support these practical skills.  Alongside your course, you will study English if not already achieved at grade 4. You will also need to complete 3 days mandatory work experience. 

As part of the course, you will visit engineering companies to find out more about real-life Engineering in a range of settings.

As a condition of being offered a place on this course, you would be expected to meet the following entry requirements:

• Submit a school report showing your attendance, behaviour and effort details
• You will need to achieve/have achieved GCSEs at grade 4 or above in Maths and a grade 3 or above in English Language.

If you wish to find out more you can contact Nathan Roberts, Curriculum Leader, by emailing nathan.roberts@nscg.ac.uk

After completing the course you will be well prepared to progress into employment with a local company as an engineering apprentice (you will need a placement within an Engineering company to become an apprentice). You will spend most of the working week developing your skills at your place of work and the rest of the week at College, furthering your technical knowledge and practical skills. You could also progress onto other full time Engineering courses to suit your strengths and needs.

This course is free for anyone aged 16 – 18.

College Maintenance Allowance (CMA): Anyone with a gross household income under £35,000 can receive financial support to cover college related costs such as transport, meals, course equipment and uniform. Bursary support is based on individual circumstances and will be allocated to best suit your individual needs. A range of other financial support is available depending on your personal circumstances. For more details visit nscg.ac.uk/finance