Entry Requirements

  • 5+ GCSEs at 9-4
  • Grade 5 in mathematics
  • Grade 5 in science
  • Merit in BTEC level 2 engineering

Contact

Raina Coules
Director of Learning – Design & Technology

raina.coules@leighacademy.org.uk

Course Outline

Students will study four units to provide them with the practical skills and theoretical principles that are essential for a successful future career in the Engineering sector.

All units are set around a vocational context and are delivered through hands on practical application. Students will have access to a fully equipped workshop with up-to-date technologies and advice from specialist technicians.

Students are required to provide clear and accurate evidence of their learning for all units and are encouraged to use their own learning styles to produce this evidence using a range of media.

Course Assessment

  • Unit 3: Engineering Product Design and Manufacture
    8 hour controlled assessment
  • Unit 10: Computer Aided Design for Engineers
  • Unit 1: Engineering Principles
    Written Exam
  • Unit 2: Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely as a Team