• Course Level:Level 2

    Course Duration:1 Year

    Programme Aims

    This is a broad-based programme designed for aspiring engineers wishing to enter the agricultural and mechanical engineering industry. It will provide you with an alternative to GCSE entry to the Level 3 Extended Diploma or other relevant career paths.

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    Entry Requirements

    It is essential that your Initial Assessment results show that you are working towards Level 1. You will also need to have achieved one of the following:

    •   4 GCSEs at grades A-D, including English, Maths and Science
    •   Environmental and Land-Based Studies Foundation Diploma (Grade D)
    •   GNVQ Foundation
    •   NVQ Level 1 or equivalent
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    Course Structure

    The learning programme aims to develop your knowledge of engineering fundamentals by means of practical assignments together with group discussions and lectures. Work-based learning and study visits are integrated into the programme. Practical work in the College workshops is an important part of the programme - showing you how the principles are applied to the types of machines and processes used in industry.

    You will also complete a period of work-based learning.

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    What you will study

    The course consists of a blend of hands-on practical sessions and theory:

    Core Units
    • Effective use of communication and numerical skills
    • Land-based machinery operations
    • Principles of land-based machines
    • Work-related experience
    • Workshop practices and principles
    • Vehicle engine systems

    Specialist Units

    • Component removal and fitting
    • Machinery operation
    • Science and maths
    • Workshop practice
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    Assessment

    You will be assessed through a variety of methods including assignments, tests and practical tasks.

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    Progression

    Learners can progress to the Extended Diploma in Land-Based Technology after achieving an appropriate grade for the programme, or enter an apprenticeship programme in agriculture, plant and horticultural service engineering. Owing to the broad base of the programme, career opportunities can be found in a very wide job market. Previous learners have found employment in engineering with agricultural/horticultural tool firms, agricultural dealers and contractors and commercial vehicle repair.

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