ABOUT THIS COURSE
This course is ideal for learners who are considering a STEM career and wish to learn more about a wide range of areas in Engineering. This course looks at Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Material Science, Health and Safety and Maths.
Engineering is so valuable for the world we live in. This course is challenging and exciting and is focused on how Engineers use models provided by science combined with innovative thinking to solve problems and create new designs that benefit humanity.
COURSE AREA LEAD
Abi Morrison
WHO IS THIS AIMED AT?
This course is aimed at students who:
Would like to enhance their scientific and technical knowledge in a well established science department
Would like to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to progress into higher education to study Engineering
Would like to progress into a career or an apprenticeship in Engineering of a STEM based subject
Have a genuine interest in developing their understanding of the diverse range of demands in the modern world of Engineering
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
This course is assessed by coursework.
WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU DEVELOP?
Basic Algebra
Advanced Maths
Writing out working for calculations logically
Numeracy
Confidence & Vision
Practice
Effort
Extended Scientific Calculations,
Communication of mathematical ideas
Problem Solving
Resilience
Technical report writing
Effective weekly / monthly time management
Literacy & Oracy
Constructive response to setbacks,
Knowledge Recall and retrieval practice,
Effective Revision
PROGRESSION ROUTES
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering