NQ Engineering Operations
If you enjoy practical work, solving problems and finding out how things are made, maintained and repaired, this course is a great place to start your engineering journey.
You will spend time developing hands-on skills across mechanical and electrical engineering, including hand fitting, pipework, machining, equipment maintenance and working with lathes. You will also learn how to interpret technical information, work safely and contribute effectively as part of an engineering team.
Based on the Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 qualification, this course will give you a broad introduction to the engineering industry and help prepare you for further study, an engineering traineeship or a Modern Apprenticeship.
Content
- Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements
- Using and Communicating Technical Information
- Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering
- Producing Components using Hand Fitting Techniques
- Maintaining Mechanical Devices and Equipment
- Maintaining Electrical Equipment Systems
* Units Subject to change
Career Paths
- Engineering Trainees
- Engineering Modern Apprenticeships
Progression
Entry requirements
- 3 National 4 subjects with 1 being an engineering or science subject
Additional Requirements:
- The selection event with be a team practical activity.
More Info
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Falkirk Campus
Full-Time
23 August 2027
Level 5