EAL Diploma in Engineering SCQF Level 7

Calendar iconStudy mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time.

Mortar board iconCourse type: SCQF Level 7

Pen iconStart in: September

Computer and book iconLearning mode: You are learning and being assessed in your place of employment.

Clock iconDuration: Full time: 3 years

Book and tick iconHow: You are supported, monitored and assessed in a workplace.

What is special about this course?

The Diploma in Engineering at SCQF Level 7 requires learners to be employed in an engineering role. It is designed for existing engineering operatives and technicians to gain a recognised qualification in a range of engineering environments.

The qualification can be tailored to meet the needs of the individual, the employer and the workplace.


There are 3 pathways available:-
•    Engineering Asset Lifecycle and Maintenance
•    Engineering Manufacture and Fabrication
•    Engineering Technical Support

As part of this qualification you will continue to work full time and create a portfolio of evidence. You will be assigned an assessor who will observe and assess a range of work in your workplace. This competence-based qualification is gained when all necessary units have been achieved. 

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements and learners will be put forward for this qualification by their employer Learners must have been initially assessed to ensure they have both the potential and opportunity to achieve the assessment criteria set out in the qualification units and gain evidence from the workplace.

There are 3 core units which must be completed for each of the 3 pathways.

  • Performing core engineering activities
  • Developing meta-skills and personal practice
  • Understanding the importance of environmental good practice and sustainability

Optional units for each pathway can be selected to suit the individual and their workplace
 

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time
  • Work based

Work-based, supported by a designated assessor.

How long will my course last?

3 Academic Years
    • Beechwood Campus
    • Work Based

Start date

August/September

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.

What can I do on completion of my course?

An HNC or degree in an engineering discipline.

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