Build the skills required to pursue further training or employment in the science sector.The Laboratory Science Course is designed to introduce you to the knowledge and skills required for employment in a wide range of industries and services with laboratory science requirements. Examples include work in oil and gas, the NHS, food and drink manufacture, research institutes, water authorities, public analysts, education, and more! Throughout the course you will undertake a broad range of advanced laboratory techniques, deploying modern analytical instruments and methods similar to those used in modern commercial laboratories. Within this course you will also explore a variety...

Build the fundamental skills required to pursue further training or employment in computing.Computing science is vital to everyday life — socially, technologically and economically. It shapes the world in which we live, and the future. Computing is embedded in the world around us – from systems and devices in our homes and workplaces, to how we access education, entertainment, transport and communication. The National 5 Computing Science course develops knowledge and understanding of key concepts and processes in computing science; enabling learners to apply skills and knowledge in analysis, design, implementation and evaluation to a range of digital solutions. Learners...

Providing young women with the opportunity to begin to build skills and knowledge to aid their future in the energy industries.Many schools have joined with North East Scotland College and Shell UK to give you the opportunity to complete a vocational qualification as part of your school studies. The course runs as part of the Academic Year and provides young women with real-life experience of working in the energy industry. During the course you will: Develop technical knowledge, skills and understanding related to Engineering. Develop an awareness of health and safety issues for a range of activities. Develop and learn...

Develop key skills essential for progressing to employment in the wide-ranging maritime sector.The maritime sector includes commercial sea fishing, the Royal Navy, the Merchant Navy, Maritime Search and Rescue, marine leisure, ports and harbours. This course will allow candidates to start to develop the general and practical skills, and the knowledge and understanding, needed to work in the maritime sector. On successful completion of the course you will have gained a recognised SQA qualification, and will be in a strong position for progressing towards further maritime training or employment after leaving school. Throughout the course you will develop a range...

Providing you with an in-depth introduction to some of the primary engineering disciplines.Engineering is a well-established industry with a number of qualifications available ranging from National Qualifications and SVQs to university degrees. This course is a nationally recognised qualification that will give you a broad introduction to engineering, helping you decide which discipline you may be interested in progressing to on leaving school. You will develop essential practical skills in the workshop, as well as skills identified as important by employers – excellent preparation for progressing towards further study or employment. During the course you will: Develop technical knowledge, skills...

A detailed introduction to mechanical maintenance.The primary focus of this course is to provide candidates with a range of practical engineering skills and theoretical knowledge relevant to the National Certificate in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering. As such, this award is suitable for those those who wish to become a skilled crafts persons/trades person. The course is both workshop and classroom based, and is at Intermediate 2 level – equivalent to SCQF Level 5. What you will experience You will cover a range of key topics, including: Communications Core Skills Unit Mathematics: Craft 1 Engineering: Using Information Technology Engineering Dimensional Control Engineering...

Building on your knowledge and skills in digital media.This National Progression Award (NPA) at SCQF Level 6 has been designed to give you the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current and future employment within the creative industries sector or for progression to further academic qualifications. What you will experience The NPA contains three mandatory Units which you need to successfully complete in order to gain the award. These include: Art and Design: Animation Project. This Unit is designed to provide you with an opportunity to extend their applied understanding of designing, creating and developing online animation within...

A fascinating and exciting introduction to criminology, the academic study of crime and criminal behaviour.The course is suitable for all learners with an interest in developing their knowledge and understanding of crime and criminal behaviour, either to pursue study and career options related such as, Law, Legal Services, Police, Probation and Social work or to broaden their learning experience. What you will experience The course is made up of the following topic areas, Forensic Psychology which introduces the work of Forensic Psychologists in the Police, Courts and the Prison Estate. The candidate will develop an understanding of different psychological theories...

Learn about the place of data in society, its uses and misuses, how to handle big data, and how to interpret and present data in a range of scenarios.Data science is an emerging technology and will be a major part of society in the future. Want to find out what it’s all about? This course will introduce you to the main aspects of data science, such as data citizenship, data science and data security. What you will experience During this course you will cover the following: The rapid growth of data How data is used and misused by individuals, organisations...

Learn essential practical and theoretical skills for working in the sport and fitness industries.The sport and fitness industry is becoming more regulated, and employers and insurance tends towards professional recognition for many positions. It is therefore seen as very important that candidates are as well-prepared as they can be. Throughout the course you will undergo significant personal development, and gain valuable skills in organisation, planning and leadership – essential for your future progression within education and/or employment. This National Progression Award at SCQF Level 6 (equivalent to a Higher) will improve your skills and knowledge relating to sport and fitness....