Engineering T Level

This course is aimed at those academic learners who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of engineering. The T Level has an emphasis on ‘real’ industry experience and is equivalent to three A Levels.

You have the option of one of three pathways:

• Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing
• Engineering: Machining and Toolmaking Technologies
• Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing – Electrical

On this course you will:

• Study a core content that will develop your knowledge of concepts, theories and core skills relevant to engineering design and manufacturing. You will learn about design, health and safety, sustainability, Interpreting engineering drawings, developing, modelling and revising concepts
• Study specialist occupationally specific content relating to manufacturing, such as 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. Students have completed placements with employers such as Mercedes, Toyota and Honda

You will be assessed through external assessments, practical assignments and an employer set project.

This course is ideal 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.

Next steps: 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, manufacturing operative which map directly into the new Apprenticeship Standards.

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.

• A large fully equipped workshop
• Vehicles which are less than five years old
• A state of the art automotive diagnostic laboratory with test simulators and rigs
• A dedicated IT laboratory with internet access
• Specific automotive training classrooms

The Technology Centre combines the training and teaching of aerospace, engineering and automotive students with access to state of the art equipment within world class facilities. The centre houses the latest vehicles and automotive training resources. You will have access to a Learning Resource Centre.