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BTEC LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING Apply Now »
Location: The RoundHouse
Years: 1
Interview: Y
Course Summary
The city of Derby and the surrounding area is world renowned for its engineering and manufacturing industry and is populated with world-leading employers and their high quality supply chains.
The engineering sector is also still growing at a considerable rate, particularly with the development of new technologies which in turn has led to skill shortages and demand for high performing engineers.
Using the latest suite of qualifications, the one-year Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering has been designed to support your development as an engineer, leading to a highly rewarding and well paid career in this sector. It also offers a seamless transition of credits into an engineering apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
The entry requirements for this course include a strong interest in engineering, along with the following GCSEs and grades:
- English 4/C
- Maths 5/B
- Science 4/C*
Course Content
The BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering consists of nine units:
- Health and Safety in the Engineering Workplace
- Communications for Engineering Technicians
- Mathematics for Engineering Technicians
- Mechanical Principles of Engineering Systems
- Engineering Drawing for Technicians
- Computer Aided Drafting in Engineering (CAD)
- Engineering Secondary and Finishing Techniques
- Mechanical Measurement and Inspection Techniques
- Electrical and Electronic Principles in Engineering
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed using a variety of methods including:
- Written assignments
- Practical assessments
- Presentations
Are there any additional costs or specialist equipment required?
In addition to regular writing materials and a scientific calculator, College uniform and specific PPE will need to be purchased for selected activities.
What can I do after this course?
On successful achievement of the Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering with MMP grades, you could progress to the Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering as a full-time option.
Alternatively, and with employment in a qualifying role, an apprenticeship in Engineering would be possible - and this qualification can be used as credits/evidence towards the apprenticeship knowledge elements.
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Grace Draper
Best of both worlds on a Rolls-Royce apprenticeship
At the age of 16, Grace Draper decided to apply for an apprenticeship at Rolls-Royce rather than go on to do A-levels. She’s not looked back since.
She has excelled while gaining on-the-job experience with the company and during her training at Derby College, where she has achieved Distinction standards. Now she is set to take her qualifications further with a foundation degree at the College, sponsored by Rolls-Royce.
Such has been Grace’s success that she was highly commended in the Manufacturing and Engineering Apprenticeship category of our 2014 Peak Awards. Judges described her as a ‘model learner’ and praised her collaborative work on projects, where she demonstrated the team skills and personal attributes which are vital in today’s engineering industry.
An apprenticeship at Rolls- Royce is the best of both worlds. We get to work in all sorts of areas of the company, earning while we’re learning. Having completed my first two years of the apprenticeship, I’m looking forward to starting the foundation degree.
