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...

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

Are you interested in a Fabrication & Welding career? Then why not attend this course to learn all the skills and information necessary to start out your journey.This course covers the 3 main practical welding processes MMA, MIG & TIG as well as practical Fabrication skills to get you ready for your career. You will also cover the academic side of this career in understanding how equipment works and the materials used in...

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

Are you interested in a Fabrication & Welding career? Then why not attend this course to learn all the skills and information necessary to start out your journeyThis course covers the 3 main practical welding processes MMA, MIG & TIG as well as practical Fabrication skills to get you ready for your career. You will also cover the academic side of this career in understanding how equipment works and the materials used in...

This course is aimed at those interested in a career in the hairdressing industry, and offers possible progression on to NC level 6 hairdressing.The course covers shampooing, conditioning, scalp massages, blow-drying hair, haircutting (ladies and gents), applying and removing colour, long-hair techniques, using rollers and perm rods to create styles. It also covers essential skills in retail, reception, communications and IT. Why choose this course The course gives you the chance to work in a salon environment; to learn from guest speakers; and to do additional courses which will keep you up to date with current trends.

This course follows on from NC level 5 hairdressing. It helps students move into work within the hairdressing industry or progress to SVQ (level 3) hairdressing.The course covers: Hair colouring and lightening Colour correction Complex haircutting techniques Putting together complete looks Customer care Retail Why choose this course The course will prepare you for employment/self-employment in hairdressing. You’ll gain work experience in our Platinum Salon; guest speakers will tell you about career options; and you will keep up to date with current trends.

NC Manufacturing Engineering will provide knowledge on modern engineering and manufacturing processes. This course will offer a wide range of engineering practical skills. You will study a wide range of subjects from Mechanical Engineering to electrical and manufacturing. This course provides the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to progress within the Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Discipline.Communication Mathematics: Technician 1 Engineering: Applying Information Technology Engineering Project Computer Aided Draughting (CAD) for Engineering Engineering Design Engineering Dimensional Control Engineering Materials Engineering Workshop Skills Material Removal Practice: Milling Material Removal Practice: Turning Engineering Material Removal Principles You will also have some ‘hands on’ classes...

Please be aware this course is now full. Alternatively, you can explore other courses on our website or email choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk if you wish to speak to a member of staff.

This course is for those who want to pursue a career in the construction industry, predominantly within the Carpentry and Joinery discipline.The course includes: Practical subjects centred around the trade of carpentry and joinery Emphasis on project work: design, plan and manufacture both on an individual basis as well as a team basis for some of the projects Safety, communication, information technology, problem solving, team-working and numeracy Why...

This course will teach students how to protect individuals and businesses from becoming victims of cyber-crime and how to detect and investigate cyber intrusions.This course includes identifying security issues, analysing and tracing evidence of security breaches and knowing how to hack systems. Why choose this course With cyber-crime on the rise there are more and more instances of ransomware attack or data breach in the public eye. This course will teach students how to be vigilant to this and better secure their devices.

This course is for those who want to pursue a career in the building services engineering (BSE) sector or progress on to an apprenticeship in plumbing. The plumbing element covers health and safety, basic tool skills, sanitaryware installation, forming pipework, connecting and testing water supply, and drainage systems.The NPA award is a pre-apprenticeship qualification preparing you for work in plumbing; heating and ventilating; air conditioning and refrigeration; and electro-technical fields. The course covers: Basic electrical installation operations Basic plumbing operations Basic heating and ventilation operations Energy and the environment System, roles, responsibilities and procedures Building science It also teaches...

This course is suited to those working in a commercial kitchen or those with previous experience and is an excellent way to gain SQA culinary credits quickly. Limited places are available on this course.This course will allow students to complete approximately 5 units in year 1 and will continue into year 2 to complete this full award. The units include cookery processes, meal production design and food hygiene. Why choose this course? This course will allow you to improve employment or promotion prospects.