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L3 - Diploma in Engineering Technologies - (EAL) Electrical and Electronics Technology Pathway

L3 - Diploma in Engineering Technologies - (EAL) Electrical and Electronics Technology Pathway

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The EAL Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Technologies is a Vocational Related Qualification (VRQ). It has been specifically designed for 6-18 and 19+ learners in full-time education that are interested in pursuing a career in the engineering and manufacturing sector, including occupations and job roles such as mechanical engineer, maintenance engineer, electrical and/or electronic engineer and technical support.

Progression Opportunities: Employment: Electricians mate/improver, Engineering Technician. Apprenticeship training programmes as Electrician or Engineering Apprentice Further Studies: EAL L3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies (601/5802/5) University: UCAS Points: for University entrance:

  • Entry Requirements


    The entry requirements for this course are: o 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English (or FS at L2) o Assessment and interview

  • Course Content


    What will I study? One Mandatory Core Unit: • QET3/001A Engineering & Environmental Health & Safety One Mandatory Pathway Unit from Group A: • QET3/009 Electrical & Electronic Principles Five Optional Units from Group B: • QET3/015 Electrical Testing & Commissioning • QET3/036 Electrical Maintenance in Buildings • QET3/038 Installation of Electrical Equipment • QET3/063 Electrical Power for Engineering Applications • QET/064 Engineering Communications

  • Progression Next Steps


    Progression Opportunities: Employment: Electricians mate/improver, Engineering Technician. Apprenticeship training programmes as Electrician or Engineering Apprentice Further Studies: EAL L3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Technologies (601/5802/5) University: UCAS Points: for University entrance:

  • Course Structure


    What will I study? Pathway QCET3D: Electrical and Electronics Technology One Mandatory Core Unit: • QET3/001A Engineering & Environmental Health & Safety One Mandatory Pathway Unit from Group A: • QET3/009 Electrical & Electronic Principles Five Optional Units from Group B: • QET3/015 Electrical Testing & Commissioning • QET3/036 Electrical Maintenance in Buildings • QET3/038 Installation of Electrical Equipment • QET3/063 Electrical Power for Engineering Applications • QET/064 Engineering Communications

  • Assessment Details


    You will be assessed by a range of assessment techniques, including online tests, practical assessment and in class assessments.