Level 2 Extended Technical Occupational Entry in Engineering

This qualification is for 16–19-year-old learners wishing to enter the engineering sector or possibly progress onto an accelerated apprenticeship or employment.

  • Study Mode

    Full-time

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Location

    City of Oxford College

  • Pathway

    Engineering

PLEASE NOTE: This course is delivered at our Blackbird Leys Technology Campus.

If you like finding solutions to technical challenges, engineering could be your future. Skilled engineers are in demand; so much so that there is a major drive, nationally and locally, to encourage young people into the profession.

This programme will give you a broad introduction to the Level 3 T Level in Engineering. Follow our engineering pathway and you will get an excellent grounding in mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering, which will enable you to choose the career that’s right for you.

As part of your studies, you will have the opportunity to take part in employer-led, work-based projects, based on real-life scenarios, providing invaluable experience to supplement your studies.

This programme will enable you to develop your knowledge of engineering materials, design and processes, graphical communication, including CAD and electrical principles.

This programme has been designed and developed as a stepping-stone to what you will cover on the Level 3 T Level in Engineering. You will have the opportunity to learn through technical knowledge and industry-relevant practical skills that are dependent on the pathway and could include

  • Principles of engineering
  • Engineering workshop practice
  • Working in Engineering
  • Maintenance principles
  • Engineered systems
  • Carrying out planned maintenance
  • Manufacturing principles
  • Manufacturing products

Formal assessment will be carried out through assignments, projects, presentations, and practical tests, which are set at regular intervals throughout the course. Assignments will be graded according to pass, merit or distinction.

On successful completion of the Level 2 programme, you will be able to progress onto Level 3 programme. Our Level 3 students have benefited from curriculum sponsorship from the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), including a work-based project, guest lecturing and regional competitions.

4 GCSE’s @ grade 3 or above (must include English Language and maths must be grade 4 or above).

You will require safety footwear for any practical activities.

Explore your career progression options

If you are considering applying for this programme, why not explore your potential career progression routes using our handy tool.

You can explore live job vacancies, next level qualifications and apprenticeship standards in your local area. Not only this but you can also watch videos of real people talking about their experiences of working in your specific industry or occupation of interest.

Why not visit us at an Open Event and find out more about this pathway.

Why City of Oxford College?

  • Clear routes of progression with qualifications ranging from foundation level to degree level!
  • Industry experienced teaching staff give you the responsibility and independence you need to take charge of your own future.
  • 150+

    courses available

  • £8m

    we’ve invested £8 million into our Technology campus

  • 80+

    years of teaching experience

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