At Macclesfield College, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning institution, recognised for our close collaboration with local employers. All of our courses are industry-led, ensuring that you develop the exact knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers demand.
With expert teachers and cutting edge resources including a 5-axis milling machine, vacuum flatbed router and a suite of 3D printers, you’ll gain experience using equipment directly relevant to your field. Our courses are designed in partnership with industry professionals, giving you the practical expertise needed to excel in today’s competitive job market.
As part of this course you will study the following units:
Generic Units for Mechanical Engineering.
Developing Practical skills in the Engineering workshop
Engineering fitting techniques
Engineering Machining
Engineering Design
Alongside your main programme of study you will also study either GCSE or
Functional Skills in English and Maths if you have not achieved a GCSE grade 4
or above.
What career or further study opportunities will be available after completion?
On successful achievement of this course, you may wish to study a Level 2 in
Engineering.
What are the entry requirements for this course & what qualifications will I gain upon completion?
For this course, you will need to have achieved 4 GCSEs at Grade 2 or above
On successful completion of this course you will gain a City & Guilds Level 1
certificate in Engineering.
How long does it take to finish the course?
This is a full-time programme for one academic year.
The qualification consists of five units which provide the essential knowledge
and practical skills to prepare learners for work within the engineering sector to
develop relevant engineering knowledge and skills required by the industry and
progression to Level 3.
Working in Engineering
Principles of Engineering Technology
Principles of manufacturing Technology
Use Bench Fitting techniques
Machine components using turning techniques
What career or further study opportunities will be available after completion?
On successful achievement of this course you may wish to apply to study a
Level 3 qualification such as the T Level in Engineering.
What are the entry requirements for this course & what qualifications will I gain upon completion?
For this course, you will need to have achieved 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English or maths
On successful completion of this course you will gain a City and Guilds Level 2
Diploma in Engineering qualification.
How long does it take to finish the course?
This is a full-time programme for one academic year.
During this course you will study a variety of mandatory and optional
Engineering units to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours of engineering
profession.
Mandatory units:
Engineering Principles
Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely as a Team
Engineering Product Design and Manufacture
Applied Commercial and Quality Principles in Engineering
A Specialist Engineering Project
Microcontroller Systems for Engineers
Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.
Optional units could include:
Computer Aided Design in Engineering
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Electronic Measurement and Testing of Circuits
Static Mechanical Principles in Practice
Principles and Applications of Fluid Mechanics
Modern Manufacturing Systems
Manufacturing Secondary
Machining Processes
Additive Manufacturing Processes
What career or further study opportunities will be available after completion?
On successful achievement of this course you may wish to:
Apply to University for higher study
Apply to study a Level 4 qualification such as HNC at the College where this
will lead you to study HND at the college
Apply direct to Industry for an apprenticeship
Apply direct to the armed forces
Apply for a degree apprenticeship
Pursue a range of employment opportunities within a variety of engineering
settings.
What are the entry requirements for this course & what qualifications will I gain upon completion?
For this course, you will need to have achieved the following 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English, maths and science
On successful completion of this course you will gain a BTEC Level 3 in
Engineering (RQF) qualification. This qualification is equivalent to three A-
Levels and can attract a maximum of 168 UCAS points.
How long does it take to finish the course?
This is a full-time programme for two academic years
This T Level qualification is made up of two main parts:
Core Component (Mandatory)
This part covers essential knowledge and understanding relevant to all areas of engineering and manufacturing, including:
Materials and their uses
Manufacturing methods and processes
Engineering mathematics and science
Design principles and drawing interpretation
Quality assurance and health & safety
Project and production planning
Sustainability in engineering
Assessment: This is externally assessed through written exams and an employer set project.
Occupational Specialism: Machining and Toolmaking Technologies
This specialist component develops the practical skills needed to work in machining and toolmaking roles. You’ll cover:
Safe use of hand tools and machinery
Operation of lathes, milling machines and CNC equipment
Producing precise components to specification
Working with technical drawings
Assembly and inspection techniques
Assessment: This is internally assessed through practical tasks and project work.
Additional: Students will complete industry placement for a minimum of 315 hours (45 days) during the programme.
What career or further study opportunities will be available after completion?
On successful completion of this course, students can progress into various rewarding roles within the Engineering sector, including:
A role such as a Machinist, Toolmaker, Engineering Technician or CAD Operator
An advanced or higher apprenticeship in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
Higher Education, including HNCs, HNDs or degrees in related fields
Possible sectors include:
Aerospace, automotive, precision engineering and advanced manufacturing
Product design and development
Engineering maintenance and quality control
What are the entry requirements for this course & what qualifications will I gain upon completion?
You will need 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English, maths and science
On successful completion of this course you will gain a T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control.
(Equivalent to 3 A Levels)
How long does it take to finish the course?
This is a full-time programme for two academic years.
T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control
Ability To Work Well Within A Team & On Your Own And Take Initiative
TRIP/EMPLOYERS
Throughout your Engineering course, you’ll interact with industry professionals through regular guest talks, providing valuable insights and guidance to enhance your learning experience. You’ll also have opportunities to visit engineering companies, manufacturing firms and other relevant sites, allowing you to see how your skills are applied in real world scenarios.
