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Diploma Engineering Full Time

Diploma in Engineering Machining

at East Coast College · United Kingdom

Duration

1 year

Intake

—

Mode

Full Time

About this program

East Coast College offers the City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering – Machining. Students learn the basics of machining and engineering workshop skills, including how to shape and create metal parts using different machines. The course includes both theory sessions and practical sessions.

Theory is delivered in a classroom setting, and practical sessions take place in an industry standard workshop. The units include Health and Safety in Engineering; Principles of Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies; Machine Components using Milling and Turning Techniques; Using Bench Fitting Techniques; and Using Computer Aided Manufacturing/CNC.

Assessment combines practical assessments and written assignments. Students complete projects in the workshop and demonstrate safe and accurate machinery use while following technical instructions. Progression options include a Level 3 Machining Apprenticeship or full time employment.

Modules

  • Health and Safety in Engineering
  • Principles of Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
  • Machine Components using Milling and Turning Techniques
  • Using Bench Fitting Techniques
  • Using Computer Aided Manufacturing/CNC

Entry requirements

You will need to have achieved at least grade 3 in English and Maths GCSE.

Career outcomes

  • Level 3 Machining Apprenticeship
  • full time employment

How this course compares

  • It lists 4 Engineering courses in total, 3 of them at diploma level.
  • 3 universities in the United Kingdom teach diploma Engineering; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most diploma Engineering courses in the United Kingdom take 2 years; this one takes 1 year.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in the United Kingdom offer diploma Engineering?

Southampton Solent University (#123 in United Kingdom), Cardiff and Vale College (#144 in United Kingdom) are among the 3 that do.

How long is the Diploma in Engineering Machining at East Coast College?

It takes 1 year, studied Full Time.

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