76,000 companies are involved in Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies in the UK, with a 1.4 million-strong workforce*. A BTEC in Engineering is an ideal first step to a rewarding career in this sector. Our BTECs in Engineering develop the underpinning skills and knowledge learners will need to enter the many vocations within the engineering industry – or as a stepping-stone into higher education. With a range of specialist units available, learners can tailor their course to reflect their own aspirations. Ongoing assessment, with no end of year exams, ensures learners remain engaged as they work towards a qualification that’s recognised and respected both by the engineering industry and higher education institutions.
*Source: SEMTA
Progression for learners
A BTEC in Engineering can help your students achieve their full potential. Learners are rewarded along the way for consistent hard work and demonstration of their knowledge. A BTEC in Engineering offers active learning in a vocational context and builds confidence,
competence and motivation in your learners.
Flexible to fit around your curriculum
Some learners are incredibly focused, determined to make a success of their chosen career in engineering. For others, it’s not so clear cut. A BTEC is a flexible qualification, made up of a number of units, which are determined by the level and size being studied. These units can be taken independently or alongside more traditional qualifications, to suit the interests and the aspirations of the learner. Teachers and tutors can work together to plan and create their own resources or use our new and improved range of support materials.
Broad or in-depth study
A wide range of units are available to provide opportunities for learners who wish to become technicians as well as for those who simply want to gain an understanding of engineering. Learners studying for their BTEC First Diploma can select units from across the range of specialist units in order to become multi-skilled technicians. Alternatively they can study particular areas of engineering in depth (maintenance, manufacturing or electronics) by choosing to study one of the endorsed titles.
Engaging for everyone
Students, of all abilities, often fail to see the link between what they learn in an academic sense and the world of work. BTECs in Engineering change all that. The vocational learning style is completely different from the more traditional routes. Students may research their topics and present results in a wide variety of ways other than written text. They don’t have to work alone – group interaction can often play a part, for example through teamwork and role-play. BTECs can engage and enhance the performance of all learners, who recognise that the skills they are developing are those that employers will value. They are learning in a practical way without the need to commit to an apprenticeship.
Rewarding hard work and effort
Students learn best when they can apply their own knowledge, skills and enthusiasm to a subject. In a subject like engineering, and in others, it’s often the case that learners are already motivated, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. It’s right that this natural energy can be focused and rewarded. A BTEC in Engineering allows it to happen. Hard work is rewarded. Assessment is ongoing, motivating students to analyse and improve their own performance.
Recognised by Industry
The BTEC Level 2 Firsts link to many of the National Occupational Standards in engineering, and go beyond the content required for an engineering NVQ. We expect the qualifications to be recognised as technical certificates as part of apprenticeship schemes at Level 2.
Courses to support part-time and workplace learners
Our BTECs in Engineering are not only for those in full-time education. Those already employed in the Engineering sector can study for the BTEC Level 2 or BTEC Level 3 on a part-time basis. Knowledge and expertise gained in the workplace is valued and can play a part in the assessment methodology. School leavers and adults alike can continue to pursue an interest in engineering and a desire to learn through the BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Engineering. These courses are designed to motivate, building on the achievements from Key Stage 4 or other level 2 qualifications for those that wish to explore a vocational route at level 3.
Teaching the key skills
Our BTECs in Engineering are engaging and motivating. Study programmes are designed to develop the underpinning knowledge and specific skills required by the modern engineering industries.
A simple modular structure
The BTEC Level 2 First Award and BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Engineering are nested qualifications within the Diploma making it easier to offer the full range of qualifications.
Unrivalled help and support
If you are new to BTECs, you can feel reassured in the knowledge that a robust support structure is set in place. We’re here to offer curriculum and qualification updates, local training and network opportunities, plus advice, guidance and support.