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Engineering and Manufacturing (Design and Development) - T Level

Summary

An introduction to Engineering and Manufacturing, designed to help students choose a specific pathway and specialism once the common core is delivered. It covers the theoretical and practical knowledge of the Engineering and Manufacturing industry and various disciplines across all sectors that are indicative to the industry.

Students gain an understanding of what theoretical principles and practices integral to the industry and sector are required to work in it.

Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of, and skills in:

  • Working within the engineering and manufacturing sectors
  • Engineering and manufacturing past, present and future
  • Engineering Representations
  • Essential Mathematics for Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Essential Science for Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Materials and their Properties
  • Mechanical Principles
  • Electrical and Electronic principles
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Manufacturing control systems
  • Quality Management
  • Health and Safety principles and coverage
  • Business, commercial and financial awareness
  • Professional responsibilities, attitudes and behaviours
  • Stock and asset management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Project and programme management

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration
02 Sep 2024
Bispham Campus
2 Years
01 Sep 2025
Bispham Campus
2 Years

Key information

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including English and Maths                                                                            

  • A successful interview with a tutor                                
  • The ability to study independently                            
  • A genuine interest in the subject                                          
  • Good communication skills                                               
  • Hardworking approach towards the industry

Qualification obtained

T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing

Fees and funding

Students who are 18 or under and resident in the EU pay no course fees. Read our tuition fees guide for students 19 and over.

Extra costs and equipment

You would be expected to have access to a computer with internet access. You will have access to a free download of Microsoft office 365 and AutoCAD using your student email address.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: City and Guilds

Regulatory Body: Ofsted

Terms and conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.

What will I learn?

Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers

Trips and site visits may be subsidised by the college. You will need steel toe cap boots for site visits and trips.

How will I be assessed?

How will I be assessed?

  • Two 2.5 hour exams – 35% weighting each
  • One 24 hour employer set project – 30% weighting

Exam Dates – May/June

Employer Set Project window – March/May