Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
Progression
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Transfer to more than 200+ universities worldwide for a top-up bachelor's degree
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Proceed to Level 4 Vocational Qualification in the same field
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Direct employment in the relevant fields
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Start and manage your own business
Course Content
Mandatory units
unit 01 Mechanical Principles
This unit strengthens your math and science skills for solving engineering problems, using principles from pioneers like Archimedes and Newton. It's vital for roles in engineering and further education.
unit 02 Delivery of Engineering Processes
Safely as a Team
This unit focuses on engineering processes, safety, teamwork, and 2D CAD skills, equipping you for engineering traineeships, higher education, or technician roles.
unit 03 Product Design and Manufacture
in Engineering
This unit teaches the development of engineering designs, focusing on creativity, technical skills, and practical challenges, preparing you for roles in engineering apprenticeships and education.
unit 04 Applied Commercial and Quality
Principles in Engineering
This unit covers how engineering organizations gain a competitive advantage through cost control, quality understanding, and value management, preparing engineers to enhance project value and profitability. It also introduces Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
unit 57 Electrical and Electronic Principles
This engineering unit develops multidisciplinary skills in electrical and electronic systems, combining mathematics with principles from early scientists like Faraday and Ohm. It's essential for technical and trainee engineering roles, laying the foundation for advanced engineering education.
General Units
unit 14 Electrical Installation of Hardware
and Cables
This unit teaches about electrical circuits and safety regulations, offering hands-on experience. It prepares students for careers in electrical engineering, suitable for apprenticeships or further education.
unit 24 Maintenance of Mechanical Systems
This unit teaches maintenance of mechanical systems, focusing on practical skills for future engineers in traineeships, apprenticeships, or higher education.
unit 07 Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems
This unit teaches calculus for solving engineering problems, essential for product design and system optimization. It's geared towards students aiming for higher education or technical careers in engineering.
unit 10 Computer Aided Design in Engineering
This unit focuses on using CAD for 2D and 3D engineering drawings, preparing students for technical roles in engineering and for further education in engineering-related fields.
unit 13 Welding Technology
This unit teaches different welding processes, safety, and material behavior, including practical welding tasks. It prepares students for roles in welding, apprenticeships, or engineering studies.
unit 44 Fabrication Manufacturing Process
This unit teaches sheet metal fabrication processes and safe tool usage, preparing students for careers or further education in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.