NVQ – Performing Engineering Operations Level 1 (Electrical/Electronic)

NVQ – Performing Engineering Operations Level 1 (Electrical/Electronic)

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Duration

One year Full Time (36 weeks attendance Sept to June)

Where is the course held?

Rush Green Campus

What qualifications do I need?

Interview. two GCSE subjects at grade E or better or equivalent.
Satisfactory School/College report/written test.

What will I learn?

All our courses are designed to cover the full range of topics and tasks as laid down by the awarding body in response to industry requirements. All practical activities are carried out within out start of the art workshops with theory work being a mix of classroom and assignment activities.

The course consists of NVQ units of assessment which assess the competence of a candidate over a wide range of activities.There will be a number of practical activities in electrical installation and electronics production as well as repair and maintenance procedures. There will be a high emphasis on Health and Safety and correct working methods.The Unit titles are:
1 Working safely in an engineering environment.
2 Developing yourself and working with other people on engineering activities.
3 Wiring electrical circuits.
4 Assembling electronic components.
5 Carrying out routine servicing of electrical/electronic components and systems.

How will I be taught?

The course will be based around practical workshop sessions in electrical and electronics.Students will also study mathematics and science topics.All students will be required to produce a portfolio of evidence to achieve this qualification.
In addition to an NVQ at level 1 student will also progress toward key skills in application of number,IT and Communications.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment of the skills attained during the course will be short practical electrical/electronic assemblies which are assessed by the tutor. Tutor marked short written tests will be used to provide evidence of electrical/electronic basic theory required by the awarding body.Student produced portfolios will be assessed by the college and City and Guilds.

What could I do next?

National Vocational Qualification Level 1 in Performing Engineering Operations (City & Guilds 2251 Certificate)
Successful candidates may progress to a specialist course in Electrical Installation or Electronic Servicing (Progression Award)
Or anyother related trades

Course Details: Fees

Please contact our Admissions team (See 'Contact Details' at the top right hand side of the page) for details on the fees payable for this course.

Disclaimer:

Barking & Dagenham College reserves the right to change course details. All courses are subject to satisfactory numbers being accepted. Barking & Dagenham College reserves the right in their absolute discretion to cancel any course which cannot be run economically. Examination Boards also change courses from time to time. Barking & Dagenham College cannot accept responsibility if the college is closed due to industrial action, adverse weather conditions or natural disasters.

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