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BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (1 day per week)

Using the latest suite of qualifications, this fully funded two-year part-time BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering is designed to support adults 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.

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Course Summary

Subject Area: Engineering
Adult and Community
Location: The Roundhouse
Full Time or Part Time: PT
Level: 3
Number Of Years: 2
Interview Required?: Y
Weeks: 36
Hours: 7.50
Start: 10/09/2024
Tuition: £2710.00
Adult Loan Amount: £5421.00
The Roundhouse

Apply now at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/course/btec-level-3-diploma-in-advanced-manufacturing-engineering-1-day-per-week
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Course Information for Students

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 fully funded two-year part-time BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering has been designed to support adults 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.

Prior achievement of the following GCSEs and grades is necessary:

  • English 4/C
  • Maths 4/C

If you do not have the above grades, please still apply as we will be able to support you in gaining them while you are on the programme. 

For this course to be fully funded, it must be your first Level 3 qualification.

To achieve the BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, students must complete three mandatory units and at least nine 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
  • Electro, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems and Devices
  • Engineering Drawing
  • Principles and Applications of Electronic Devices and Circuits
  • Computer Aided Drafting
  • Autonomous Systems
  • Calculus for Engineers
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Engineering Materials
  • Electrical Principles
  • Mechanical Principles

The course is delivered at our Roundhouse Campus through taught lessons and tutorials.

In addition to regular writing materials and a scientific calculator, specific PPE may need to be purchased for selected activities.

You will be assessed by a variety of methods including:

  • Written assignments
  • Practical assessments
  • Presentations
  • Project

On successful achievement of the BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering – and if you meet the relevant university entry criteria – you could progress to a full-time course in Higher Education (such as a Degree or HNC/D.)

For more information contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk

Course Information for Employers

If you are an employer and would like to know more about the apprenticeships and professional training we deliver or how you can get involved in co-creating and co-delivering the curriculum, please contact us via email on businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk, call us on 01332 387 421 or visit our employer pages here.

Career Information



This course could lead to one of these careers...

Engineering Technicians

£38961

Engineering Technicians

Design and Development Engineers

£43545

Design and Development Engineers

Mechanical Engineers

£46920

Mechanical Engineers

Engineering Professionals

£43373

Engineering Professionals

Electronics Engineers

£49492

Electronics Engineers

Quality Control and Planning Engineers

£32004

Quality Control and Planning Engineers

Production and Process Engineers

£29010

Production and Process Engineers

Research and Development Managers

£37024

Research and Development Managers

Laboratory Technicians

£19706

Laboratory Technicians

Science, Engineering and Production Technicians

£26672

Science, Engineering and Production Technicians

More Careers Information at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/career-pathways
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Course Information Last Updated On: February 15, 2024 3:19 pm