BTEC Level 3 Award In Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – Full Time
Using the latest suite of qualifications, the one-year full-time BTEC Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering has been designed to support school leavers who wish to further their development as engineers, leading to a highly rewarding and well-paid career in this sector. The course can also be taken as part of a career enhancement route by adults.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
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 full-time BTEC Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering has been designed to support school leavers who wish to further their development as engineers, leading to a highly rewarding and well-paid career in this sector. The course can also be taken as part of a career enhancement route by adults.
Entry Requirements
Prior achievement of the following GCSEs and grades is necessary:
- English 4/C
- Maths 4/C
- Science 4/C
For school leavers – and adults wishing for career advancement or change – prior achievement of an Engineering qualification at Level 2, or relevant work experience, can be considered.
Please Note
What will you learn?
To achieve the BTEC Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, students must complete three mandatory units and up to six optional units. The mandatory units are:
- Health and Safety in the Workplace
- Communications for Engineering Technicians
- Mathematics for Technicians
Optional units available include:
- Further Engineering Mathematics
- Calculus for Engineers
- Mechanical Principles
- Computer Numerical Control
- Electro, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems and Devices
- Environmental and Sustainable Engineering
- Principles and Applications of Electronic Devices and Circuits
- Computer Aided Drafting
- Autonomous Systems
- Engineering Project
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered on-site.
What will you need to bring with you?
In addition to regular writing materials and a scientific calculator, specific PPE may need to be purchased for selected activities.
How will you be assessed?
You will be assessed by a variety of methods including:
- Written assignments
- Practical assessments
- Presentations
- Industry project
Where next?
Further Study
On successful achievement of the Award in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, you can progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
Careers
Alternatively, and with employment in a qualifying role, an apprenticeship in engineering or career as an engineering technician would be possible: this qualification can be used as credits/evidence towards the apprenticeship knowledge elements.
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information contact Derby College on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Course Information for Employers
Information for Employers
Career Information
This course could lead to one of these careers...
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DCG Success Stories
Ryan Pickering
Maintenance apprentice Ryan values on the job learning at Moy Park
It’s great. I’m really liking it. The people are so friendly and there’s such a lot to learn. I’m involved in helping maintain the poultry processing machinery. What I enjoy most is watching the experienced maintenance engineers when there’s a problem with a machine. I like seeing how they approach the issue; what they do to fix it and which tools they use.
Jack O’Conner
Engineering NVQ powers R-R manager’s career
I can honestly say that the course was brilliant and the lecturers were great. If you went through a difficult period they were always there to support you. You could have a laugh and a joke as well, and when you take into account the facilities, you're halfway there. I was really impressed. It was the start of everything for my work, really.
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Course Information Last Updated On: February 24, 2025 2:22 pm
