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Level 1 Certificate in Engineering Technologies

Start Date

01/09/2026

End Date

25/06/2027

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Course Level

Level 1

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Full-Time

Course Ref

NENSF101 (2026/2027)

Location

Nelson and Colne College - Nelson and Colne College, Scotland Road, Nelson, BB9 7YT

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Course Overview Description

The Level 1 Certificate in Engineering Technologies is a one-year introductory course for students who want to explore engineering for the first time.

It’s perfect if you’re unsure which engineering pathway to choose and want to gain hands-on experience, practical skills and confidence before moving on to higher-level courses.

What Will I Learn

You’ll gain a basic understanding of engineering through practical, engaging lessons that introduce key engineering skills and knowledge, including:

• Working Safely in Engineering
• Basic Electronics
• Maths and Science for Engineering
• Computer Aided Drawing (CAD)
• Engineering Project Planning

You’ll also develop important skills such as teamwork, communication, time management and problem-solving.

How Is The Course Delivered

• Duration: 1 year
• Study Mode: Full-time

Entry Requirements

2 GCSE passes at a minimum of Grade 3, which must include a Grade 2 and 3 in English Language and Maths, in either combination.

How Learning Assessed

Assessment is ongoing and includes:

• Practical assessments
• Short written and theory assessments
• Controlled assessments set by the awarding body

All work is marked by your tutors and quality-checked internally and externally.

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What Careers

This course helps you explore a wide range of engineering careers, including:
• Mechanical Fitter
• Maintenance Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Electrical or Electronics Engineer
• Sheet Metal Worker
• CNC Operator

Progression Opportunities

After completing this course, you can progress to:
• Level 2 Engineering (Performing Engineering Operations)
• Apprenticeships in engineering and manufacturing

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The online application and enrolment process is really simple, once you have clicked the “APPLY" or "ENROL” button you will be redirected to the portal where you either log in or create an account (if you haven’t done so previously). We will then ask you to give us a couple of bits of information like address, mobile phone number ect and that’s it.

Once your applications has been made the next step will be for you to book yourself onto one of our interview evenings, depending on availability you might be able to do this straight away but otherwise we will get in contact to arrange when you come in for an interview.

At any point you can log back into the portal throughout the year, update information like your predicted GCSE grades, update contact and consent information and keep a live track of your application.

If you have any questions or run into any problems when using the portal please get in contact with us and we will help