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 in both science laboratories and the Technology workshop. Learners will have the opportunity to develop both practical and theory elements of Engineering as well as using CAD/CAM within the structure.
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.
Units include:
- Units include:
- Engineering principles
- Safety in engineering
- Product design and manufacture
- Commercial and quality engineering
- A special project
- Product design and manufacture
Coursework
This will mainly be made up of internally marked coursework units.
Assessment
Most of the assessment for this course is through coursework which is assessed with the classroom specialist.
Exam Board
Pearsons
