Engineering – Workshop Skills

Course description

Level 1 (Broadly comparable to SCQF Level 4)

This course will prepare you for progression onto the SVQ in Performing Engineering Operations at SCQF Level 5 or employment in the engineering or manufacturing sector as an operative or apprentice or Modern Apprentice.

You will work mainly in an engineering workshop. Here you will learn to about working safely and effectively whilst making products from a drawing. The products will be made using a range of hand and power tool on an engineering bench and lathe.

You will be required to wear a boiler suit, steel toecap boots or shoes and safety glasses.

Learning outcome

Progression:

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

Employment: in the engineering or manufacturing sector as an operative or apprentice or Modern Apprentice.