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The course supports the skills and knowledge development requirements for access into the engineering working environment and contains 3 components:
You will learn basic health and safety, how to read and take fundamental engineering instructions in order to carry out basic MIG Welding and Fitting activities.
No Formal Qualifications Required.
Successful Interview.
The Mandatory units (includes Health & Safety) are assessed by an online multiple-choice assessment. The practical units are assessed by short answer question papers and practical tasks completed in the college workshop.
Completion of the Skills for Life and Work Level 1 in Engineering enables career progression to the Level 2 Engineering Traineeship/Apprentice NI or Level 2 Apprenticeship in Engineering (Production Welding).
You will be supported to complete Essential Skills in Literacy, Numeracy and ICT at an appropriate level.
You will also study broader transferable skills in Employability, Personal and Social Development and Health literacy.
You will be supported to gain a work placement in the Engineering sector.
P1709DF10A
Session Code
2 Year(s)
Duration
Apprenticeships
Mode of Study
15
Hours per Week
36
Number of Weeks
Interview Required
24/25
Academic Year
02/09/2024
Start Date
Subject to Timetable
Day/s
Mel.Taggart@swc.ac.uk
Coordinator(s)
Total Annual Fee N/A
Total Concessionary Fee N/A
Fees Payable Each Year
**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?
P1709EF10A
Russell.Fleming@swc.ac.uk
P1709OF10A
Simon.Keenan@swc.ac.uk
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