Level 2 Apprenticeship NI in Engineering

This course will give you the training and skills required for working in the engineering industry.

2024/25

10145

Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn

Full-Time

Further Education

Manufacturing & General Engineering

Course Overview

This course aims to develop the practical skills and knowledge which are essential for working in the engineering industry. Successful completion will lead to the award of a City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Engineering and an ETA Level 2 NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations.

Manufacturing Engineering (Bangor, Lisburn and Downpatrick campuses)

Working in Engineering
Principles of Engineering Technology
Principles of Manufacturing Technology
Machine Components using Milling Techniques (Lisburn only)
Machine Components using Turning Techniques
Fabricating Sheet Metalwork
Welding by MIG Process (Bangor & Downpatrick only)

Fabrication & Welding Engineering (Nutts Corner campus)

Working in Engineering
Principles of Engineering Technology
Principles of Fabrication & Welding Technology
Welding by MIG Process
Welding by TIG Process
Fabricating Thick Plate, Bar & Sections

CNC Pathway (Bangor campus)

Working Safely in an Engineering Environment
Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering
Using and Communicating Technical Information
Preparing and using CNC Milling Machines
Producing Components using Hand Fitting Techniques
Preparing and Using Lathes for Turning Operations
Preparing and Using Milling Machines
Producing Sheet Metal Components and Assemblies
Preparing and Using Semi-automatic MIG, MAG and Flux cored arc Welding Equipment
TIG Welding

Mechatronic (Bangor, Lisburn and Downpatrick campuses)

Working Safely in an Engineering Environment
Working Efficiently and Effectively in Engineering
Using and Communicating Technical Information
General Electrical and Electronic Engineering Applications
General Maintenance Engineering Applications
Producing Components using Hand Fitting Techniques
Preparing and Using Lathes for Turning Operations
Preparing and Using Milling Machines
Producing Sheet Metal Components and Assemblies
Preparing and Using Semi-automatic MIG, MAG and Flux cored arc Welding Equipment
TIG Welding

You will also study Essential Skills to Level 2 in Numeracy, Literacy and ICT unless exempt through holding GCSE passes at Grade C or above in Mathematics, English and ICT.

As a student you will spend a minimum of one day/week in College and 4 days/week with your employer

You are employed and wish to pursue a career in either Mechanical Engineering or Fabrication and Welding Engineering.

About a range of engineering processes including welding, fabrication and machining

The industry standard machinery for developing your practical skills

Successful completion of this programme will enable you to apply to progress to a Level 3 Apprenticeship in either Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Maintenance or Fabrication & Welding Engineering.

An employer and 5 GCSEs including at least Grade D in English and Maths.

For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.

Charlie Clarke

Level 2 Apprenticeship NI in Engineering

The combination of classroom and workplace learning means I have a comprehensive understanding of engineering, as I continually progress and build on my skills. The work is varied, interesting, and every day is different.

Dylan Branker

Engineering - Apprenticeship NI (Level 2)

I am only in college one day a week and I am learning so much about engineering that I apply to my job on a daily basis. SERC has outstanding engineering workshops which are equipped with industry standard apparatus.

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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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