Engineering - Level 3

Broaden your horizons for careers and degree-level study in computer aided manufacturing, product design, aerospace, electronics, electrical engineering, or the automotive industry.

Course Overview

You will be applying your cognitive problem solving skills to projects, challenges and assignments that are based on real workplace situations, activities and demands. Equivalent to three A Levels, this qualification has been designed to allow students to progress to university as well as straight into the industry. Upon successful completion, you may decide to apply for an HNC/D or degree course in various disciplines, including mechanical engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, design, automotive or electronic engineering. Our contemporary engineering facilities have the latest industry-standard equipment including a Computer Aided Design (CAD) suite, engineering workshop (including a CNC mill and lathe), extensive robotics and pneumatics equipment. This offers an excellent learning environment for supported, hands-on training as well as thorough, applied and relevant academic study.

Qualification: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering

Duration: Two years

Course Content

A selection of unit titles is shown below:

• Machining Techniques
• Mechanical, Engineering & Electrical Science
• Mathematics
• Computer Aided Design (CAD)
• Microcontroller Systems in Engineering
• Inspection Technology
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Properties & Application of Engineering Materials
• Project
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Electrical/Electronics
• Mechanical Principles

Assessment

Assessment is continuous, with assignments, projects, exams and practical work. All full-time students will be required to study maths and English at the appropriate level.

Maths and English

All students following a full-time programme of study at HLC will study English and maths as part of their studies, please refer to the Study Programmes page of this website.

Entry Requirements

• Five GCSEs at grades 4 or above including maths and English, or successful completion of a suitable and relevant Level 2 Qualification, such as the BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate / Diploma in Engineering (minimum Merit grade)
• Successful interview and initial assessment, including diagnostic tests and a good school reference
• You will need to demonstrate an enthusiasm for this subject area

Progression

Progression routes shown are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria.

Study options may include:

• HNC in Engineering at HLC
• Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship
• Engineering Degree

Employment options may include:

• Engineering Project Manager
• Engineering Design and Manufacture
• Mechanical Engineer
• Electronics/Telecoms Engineer

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Course Costs

Please note, the costs given below are subject to change. 

Students aged 16 to 18: There are no tuition or examination fees.

Students aged 19 to 23: Who are studying for their first full Level 3 qualification will be not be charged any tuition fees, but will be charged the materials fee only.

Students aged 19 to 23: Who already hold a full Level 3 qualification and all students who are 24 or over will be liable for the full cost of the course, based on the current student loan applicable for the qualification.  Please contact our Finance department to be advised of the fee / loan due.

Extra fees for all students: 

Additional Course Costs: £225

Personal Equipment: You may also be expected to buy your own personal equipment such as personal protective clothing, stationary and data storage devices.

See Also: Fees Guidance - Full Time and Fee Reductions for Adults

Apprenticeships

We also offer the following apprenticeships as an alternative to full-time study:

• Manufacturing Engineering, Level 3
• Engineering Maintenance, Level 3
• Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Level 3
• Engineering Design, Level 3

Course Content

You will gain practical skills, knowledge and understanding relevant to your chosen apprenticeship and job role in the workplace, including:

• Engineering Maths & Science
• Computer Aided Design
• Manual & CNC Machining
• Electronics, Automation & Control
• Engineering Materials
• Engineering Maintenance
• Manufacturing Processes

Duration and Attendance

You will spend most of your time in the workplace, employed as an apprentice, and you will be released by your employer to attend college for training two days a week, in year one, and one day a week in years two and three. It will take around 36−48 months to complete the Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Contact

Telephone: 0800 032 1986
Email: admissions@hlcollege.ac.uk