BTEC Engineering

ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022 YEAR 13

BTEC ENGINEERING

A BTEC is an applied learning qualification in which students acquire knowledge, skills and understanding through practical, work-related activities in a real-life context.

The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering helps students become occupationally ready to take up

employment in engineering through apprenticeship. This can follow either directly after achieving the qualification, or via the stepping stone of Higher Education.

COURSE CONTENT The BTEC qualification is made up of 11 units of work to be completed over two years. To complete

each unit, students’ work is assessed continuously, linking theory with practical projects. The course covers a wide range of Engineering disciplines such as Computer Aided Design, electronics, fabrication, mathematics and mechanical principles. It also involves quite a lot of practical project work..

Communications and Engineering Project

Students decide on and develop an Engineering Project, usually something that captures their interest and cts as a stepping stone to their chosen degree at University.

Primary Forming Processes

Students research a number of case studies to develop their understanding on how a wide range of commercial products are manufactured.

Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians

This unit helps prepare students for university level Mathematics

Electronics and Electrical Principles

Students develop some key skills and expand their knowledge of key electronic principles.

SKILLS DEVELOPED

● Mathematical and mechanical principles ● Machinery and manufacturing processes ● Electronics and electronic principles ● Engineering Design ● Independent research and presentation skills

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The BTEC Level 3 Diploma is equivalent to two A Levels and it is expected you will undertake this qualification alongside one one additional A Level of your choice. Upon completion of the course this will allow you to progress into Higher Education on a degree course.

ASSESSMENTS

Assignments are continuously assessed throughout the two year course for each unit studied. None of the units has an externally assessed exam but several units have internally set tests which are part of the grading criteria.

BTEC ENGINEERING

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

General resources available click here; Additional resources will be made available throughout the course.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT NEEDED

This is largely based on each students chosen area for their Engineering Project. A Windows or Apple Laptop is beneficial but not compulsory, mathematics equipment, basic drawing and sketching utensils.

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ASSESSMENTS

Assignments are continuously assessed throughout the two year course for each unit studied. None of the units has an externally assessed exam but several units have internally set tests which are part of the grading criteria.