Engineering (AAQ)

Unit 1: Engineering Principles 120 GLH (External exam)
Engineering data and applying mathematical procedures in mechanical and electrical contexts

Unit 2: Engineering Applications 60 GLH (External exam)
Advances in modern technology and how they are reshaping the engineering sector’s function; materials and processes to devise sustainable solutions to engineering problems

Unit 3: Engineering Design 120GLH (Internal PSAB assignment)
Three-dimensional (3D) models and two-dimensional (2D) detailed drawings using a computer-aided design (CAD) system

Unit 4: Engineering Project 60 GLH (Internal PSAB assignment)
Project management processes in Engineering products from concept to solution.

All Engineering lessons take place in a dedicated and well-resourced laboratory.  Teachers use a variety of approaches in the delivery of the subject, including class discussions and questioning, paired activities, computer simulations and a large amount of individual practical work.

Students are expected to split their time studying equally between independent learning and classroom learning.   There are regular assignments to be working on, students are expected to work in their own time to complete these assignments by the set deadlines. Students are able to enter the laboratory at almost any time of the day, to continue their work in their own time.

Based on research into how students learn best, each subject will set independent work to allow you to recap what you have done in the past, consolidate understanding for what you are studying in the present and develop the skills and experiences which will help you for the future. You can read more about the college’s approach to independent study here

The Past
Click here for the suggested ongoing revision activities in this subject which research has shown are most likely to boost your achievement

The Present
Each subject will set weekly homework tasks to help you consolidate your understanding and prepare for your next lesson. This work is typically set through Microsoft Teams, so you will have an electronic log of all your work, notes and feedback.

The Future
A key part of your independent work in this subject will be to prepare for a range of potential jobs and higher education courses when you leave us. To get started, look below at the top higher education courses and jobs which previous students of this course have gone on to do.

As part of a wider programme this course provides an excellent basis for progression to many careers or university courses.

Many former Engineering and Electronics students of this college have gone on to study a wide range of Engineering disciplines, including electronic and mechanical, but many students have also gone on to apprenticeships including JLR, and BAE Systems.