Engineering Performing Operations (Level 1)

Three or more GCSEs at Grade 2 including:

• GCSE English Language and maths at Grade 2 (or equivalent)
• Successful completion of Entry 3, and appropriate recommendation report

The Performing Engineering Operations course is designed to give you a broad-based understanding and knowledge of the practical sides of engineering. If you prefer practical ways of learning rather than spending hours in the classroom, this course is for you. With this course you will study some underpinning theory to develop your understanding of the engineering environment, health and safety, engineering drawing, and other topics.

The Performing Engineering Operations Level 1 course is a basic introduction to engineering manufacturing and will suit you if you are just starting out in your engineering career and require a broad range of competencies to enable safe progression into the workplace. Successful students who gain the Level 1 qualification can progress to study further Level 2 Engineering courses.

You can expect to:

• Learn how to work in theworkshop in a safe manner while gaining an understanding of health and safety regulations
• Read and understand engineering drawings which will enable you to manufacture engineered parts
• Gain an understanding as to why it is important to work efficiently and effectively in an engineering environment
• Produce products using hand fitting skills
• Produce products while using the lathe

You will need to provide your own overalls and safety boots to BSE standard to study this course. One pair of safety glasses will be provided free of charge, however, you will need to purchase an additional pair if you lose or forget your glasses.