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Engineering: Machining and Toolmaking Technologies – HepcoMotion T Level Academy

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Engineering and Aerospace
  • Qualification T Level
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Location Technology Centre
  • Course Length 2 years
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Overview

Work in partnership with HepcoMotion in Tiverton to access two years of specific and advanced training that could potentially lead to an apprenticeship with the company. This course is aimed at those learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of engineering. The T Level has an emphasis on industry experience and is equivalent to three A Levels.

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you have a good understanding of maths and science and a keen interest in the engineering sectors, especially around manufacturing. It is also a good opportunity to undertake industry placements with our industry partners.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Study core content that will develop your knowledge of concepts, maths and science, business concepts, electronics
  • Learn about design, health and safety, sustainability, interpreting engineering drawings, developing, modelling and revising concepts
  • Study specialist content related to manufacturing, such as Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming
  • Develop your English, Maths and digital skills as appropriate for the occupation
  • Undertake an industry placement with an employer to develop skills and behaviours. Your placement will last for a minimum of 315 hours
Assessment

External assessments, practical assignments and an employer set project.

Entry requirements

You will need six GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including English Language and Maths). Learners progressing from a Level 2 course will need a BTEC Level 2 Certificate or equivalent with a good Merit profile, along with English and Maths GCSE at grade 4 or above. As part of the application process students will be invited to visit HepcoMotion where they have a discussion around their career plans.

Progression and careers

You can progress directly into skilled employment, university, an apprenticeship or a Higher National Qualification HNC/ HND at Exeter College. Potential careers include design engineer or manufacturing operative which map directly into the new apprenticeship Standards.

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  • How to apply

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    1) Complete our online application form

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