Course Overview
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering will be made up of 360 guided learning hours and is equivalent to 1 A Level. It comprises mandatory units and optional units. The course will be delivered entirely at Cadbury. Learners will have the opportunity to develop both practical and theory elements of Engineering.
Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade 4 and above with a minimum grade 6 in Science and Maths. Level 2 BTEC Engineering or GCSE Engineering with a merit or above, or grade 4 or above. Design technology qualifications will be considered and a portfolio may be required.
Qualification
Course Guide
Course Outline
Units include:
- Engineering principles
- Safety in engineering
- Product design and manufacture
- Commercial and quality engineering
- Electrical engineering
Assessment
- One mandatory examination at the end of year 1 and year 2: Unit 3 design
- All other components will be internally assessed
Exam Board
Pearson
