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Engineering Certificate Level 1 Full-Time (FEME)

Barnsley College

Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 1
Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Stem Centre
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course is perfect for beginners in the electrical industry. You'll learn safety, electrical science, installation, and technology. It's a great start for a career or apprenticeship in building services engineering, developed with top employers. You'll study in a dedicated STEM centre and learn to install and maintain electrical systems safely.

The course offers a broad introduction to engineering technology with a hands-on approach, covering various units including machining, electrical installation, and motorcycle maintenance.

Course Details

Course themes:

Introduction to engineering

Health and safety

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Basic maths and science

Project planning

Electronics

Manufacturing

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Assessment methods within this qualification include Centre marked practical and theory assessments for all units.

Assessment methods have been designed to assess the knowledge, understanding and skills of learners for each unit.

Entry requirements

You must be 16 to 18 years of age (or 19 to 25 with an Education, Health and Care plan).
You must hold GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 2 or above.

Equipment required

To be confirmed on enrolment. Health and Safety equipment will need to be worn in workshops.

Your next steps...

Successful achievement of this qualification will enable students to progress to the next level in the subject sectors of engineering, motor vehicle or electrical installation.

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