This course is for students who want to develop their skills and knowledge with a view to a career in engineering, the advanced manufacturing sector and engineering-related industries. You’ll close the gap between the classroom and the workplace, and find out more about the world of work.The course covers theory, practice and includes work experience. Subjects include: Engineering systems Mechanical engineering Manufacturing engineering Why choose this course You’ll learn through practical activities and have direct contact with employers, through talks, visits and work placements.

This programme is delivered over one year and incorporates classroom-based study with work based learning, in order to prepare you for entry to the workplace or fulltime Further or Higher Education.  

Over 400,000 people work in social services and healthcare in Scotland caring for people when they need it most. Whether it’s helping an older person to get ready in the morning to providing nursing and medical care in a hospital setting, a career in the social services and healthcare sector is a as vital as it is rewarding.The Foundation Apprenticeship in Social Services and Healthcare includes:...

This course is ideal for anyone who sees themselves working with children and young people in a caring or education setting. It will give you the skills and knowledge to develop your career as well as first hand practical experience of working with children and young people. You’ll close the gap between the classroom and the workplace, and find out more about the world of work.The course will help you develop the skills and knowledge to work towards an SVQ 2 and to enter a career in children’s social services. It will also help you gain the core units of...

This course introduces you to hospitality and gives you the skills you need for progressing into employment in the industry, or further or higher study. It’s for anyone thinking about a career in the hospitality industry or who wants to progress to travel and tourism, or professional cookery courses.You will gain experience working in a professional kitchen and planning and organising events. Why choose this course You will develop an understanding of skills and qualities required for a career in hospitality.

NC Engineering Systems will provide knowledge on how modern engineering systems work. From mechanical engineering, to electrics, electronics and programmable control, the course helps you to understand how all of these individual parts join together to give a complete working system.The course includes: Fundamentals of electrical systems Mechanical fundamentals Material science CAD Mathematics Control systems and transducers. You will also have some ‘hands on’ classes in the engineering workshop. Why choose this course You should choose this course as it can provide a starting point in your engineering career. This course will introduce you to a variety...

This course is for those wanting to pursue a career in electrical engineering at technician level. Covering all aspects of electrical engineering, the course includes inspect and test and three phase systems and graded unit.The course includes, communication practical skills, single phase AC circuits, mathematics for engineering, electrical networks and resonance, electrical safety, fundamentals of control systems and transducers, electrical machine principles, three phase systems and power electronics. Why choose this course This course is assessed through a formal and written examination covering mandatory units, together with a mix of practical laboratory exercises and end of unit assessments....

This is year 2 of a 2 year course and is intended for students who have completed year 1 and are wanting to pursue a career in the Engineering industry at Technician or Engineer level and covers a wide range of engineering subjects from various engineering disciplines.The aim of the course is to give individuals an all-round understanding of how modern engineering systems work and, in doing so, considers the various sub-elements, such as the mechanical, electrical, electronic and control parts of the system, which, when working together, provides the performance we now expect from everything from a mobile phone...

Year 2 of this course continues to build on the key knowledge required by a construction technician, site supervisor/agent/manager, to provide a strong grounding in construction methods, procedures, organisation and contractual arrangements.You will learn contemporary technical roles, currently required by the construction industry: Computer Aided Draughting (CAD) Building Services Introduction Construction Site Surveying Building Measurement & Cost Studies (Quantity Surveying) Construction Materials Testing & Specification Architectural Design Graded Unit Project Why choose this course? Access To University Previous successful students are currently studying a variety of construction disciplines, at Edinburgh Napier, Heriot Watt and Glasgow Caledonian Universities. Employment...

This course is for prospective students, keen on a professional role in the construction industry, or for experienced construction operatives, who are looking to up-skill and enhance their promotion prospects.You will learn over 2 years contemporary technical roles, currently required by the construction industry: Construction Contracts & Procedures Substructures Domestic Construction Industrial & Commercial Construction Methods Construction Health & Safety Site Administration Computer Aided Draughting (CAD) Building Services Introduction Building Services In Large Buildings Construction Site Surveying Building Measurement & Cost Studies (Quantity Surveying) Construction Materials Testing &...

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This course is for those who have an interest in counselling and want to learn more about it.On this course, students will: learn basic concepts in counselling gain an awareness of basic practical counselling skills within a person-centred counselling model Why choose this course This course offers an excellent insight into counselling practices and allows you to progress on to further study in the field.