BTEC
Intermediate GNVQ Engineering
One
Year Course
Course
Content
The
Intermediate course covers the same compulsory units as the Foundation
course but builds and
extends on the work done at that level. It broadens the
knowledge of students moving up from the Foundation course whilst at the
same time offering an
appropriate level of study for students who join the course
with GCSEs.
The
following optional units are studied:
-
Applied
Science and Mathematics for
Engineering
-
Electronic
Principles and Applications
-
Engineering
Measurement Application
Method
of Assessment
Students
are assessed through set assignments, external tests and case studies.
Entry
Requirements
Applicants
should normally possess 2
GCSEs (grade ŒD¹ or above), an appropriate Foundation GNVQ, or
equivalent qualification.
They will also need to provide satisfactory references.
Opportunities
This
qualification helps students to progress onto higher level qualifications
such as an Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education or A levels.
Alternatively, it can lead to a range of jobs in manufacturing or
associated trades such as
vehicle engineering and electrical work. |