Engineering
Vocational Certificate
What will I study?
You will learn about the massive impact engineering has on daily life and look into the specific areas of mechanical, automotive, aeronautical, marine, telecommunications, electronic, computing and civil engineering. You will learn what is involved in designing engineered products and how they are developed, manufactured and tested.
You will be taken through a number of set practical experiences which will develop your understanding of engineering manufacturing in the workshop. You will gain engineering skills by manufacturing a variety of projects mainly in metals by learning to follow and interpret engineering drawings and production specifications. You will also look at the theoretical background which underpins a wide variety of engineering branches.
In Summary this qualification will promote the understanding of:
- the different engineering disciplines
- applied science and maths in engineering
- how to read engineering drawings
- the properties and characteristics of engineering materials
- engineering tools, equipment and machines
- hand-drawn engineering drawings
- computer-aided design (CAD) engineering drawings
- production planning techniques
- applied processing skills and techniques
How will I be assessed?
The qualification requires students to complete 2 units to achieve a grading of either pass, merit, distinction or distinction*
The course is assessed in two parts:-
Unit 1 - A coursework NEA project made in Y11 - 60%
Unit 2 - An exam sat at the end of the course - 40%
Full details of the specification can be viewed on the NCFE website
Teaching and learning approaches
A practical approach is taken through out the course. Students will be given ‘hands on’ activities using both manual tools and machine based activities in order to develop pupil’s skills and understanding of the engineering world. Small manufacturing projects will be used to embed and reinforce the theory knowledge that is delivered.
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Independent Learning
Students will be given one half hour written home work task each week during Y10, this homework is designed to reinforce and further embed pupil’s understanding of theory topics that are taught. In Y11 homework is directly related to their coursework and is expected to take a similar time allocation.
The Future
On completion, learners will have achieved a recognised qualification and will be in a stronger position to decide between their progression options.
They will be able to move onto the Product Design A Level course, study Engineering at College, or progress directly into employment through an apprenticeship.
A solid Engineering qualification can lead to a range of careers in designing as well as providing a clear route into many engineering fields including electronic, mechanical, aviation, automotive, civil, marine, etc.
Further information
Speak to Mr. Scott or your current DT subject teacher.
