Gain the necessary skills to ensure that you are job-ready and equipped to become a skilled engineer able to gain employment, both locally and worldwide, in fields ranging from deep-sea welding to advanced robotics.
You can start your career with us by combining A Levels in Electronics and Maths in an academic programme with an engineering bias, choosing from a range of vocational courses or start an apprenticeship with an engineering company. Those wishing to enhance their careers can choose from a range of HNCs in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
We also offer a range of part-time welding and fabrication courses and bespoke training to meet individual company needs.
In 2017 we secured nearly £500,000 from the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership via its Growth Deal with Government to develop one of three advanced manufacturing training hubs in the region. The College continues to seek further opportunities with the LEP.
Engineering Courses
- Academic A-Level
- T Levels
- Vocational
- Apprenticeships
- Automation and Controls Engineering Technician (Level 4 Standard)
- Engineering Manufacturing Technician (Level 4 Standard)
- Engineering Operative (Level 2 Standard)
- Engineering Technician (Level 3 Standard)
- General Welder – Arc Processes (Level 2 Standard)
- Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician (Level 4 Standard)
- Lean Manufacturing Operative (Standard Level 2)
- Machining Technician (Level 3 Standard)
- Metal Fabricator (Level 3 Standard)
- Safety, Health and Environment Technician (Level 3 Standard)
- Higher Education
- Part-time
- 2D CAD with AutoCAD*
- 3D CAD with Solidworks*
- Abrasive Wheels Awareness*
- Advanced Fabrication and Welding Processes*
- CAD/CAM and CNC Programming*
- Electrical Panel Building/Wiring for Engineers*
- Electrical/Electronics Fault Finding and Repair*
- Introduction in Industrial Hydraulics/Pneumatic Systems & Testing for Engineers*
- Introduction to Industrial and Cobot Robotics*
- Introduction to Manual Machining Processes (Milling and Turning)*
- Introduction to Welding and Fabrication
- Level 1 C&G Award in Introductory Welding (MIG, TIG or MMA)
- Level 2 C&G Award in Welding Skills (MIG, TIG or MMA)
- Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering
- Level 3 BTEC Foundation Award in Engineering Electrical/Electronics (HNC Bridging)
- Level 3 BTEC Foundation Award in Manufacturing Engineering (HNC Bridging)
- Level 3 C&G Award in Advanced Welding Skills (MIG, TIG or MMA)
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and HMI Communications for Engineers*
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Samantha Pitchford
Level 2 Fabrication and Welding
Previous school: Charlton School
I’m a practical person, so I wanted to do something with my hands. I didn’t have any experience before, but the teachers were really good at guiding me through. I’m a bit of a perfectionist, so the fact that the staff let me work to my own pace really helped. I have now secured an Apprenticeship with Caterpillar in Shrewsbury, and I can see myself being there for some time. I’m sure it wouldn’t have happened unless I’d been on this course as at my interview they seemed really impressed with what I was doing.
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Owen Mason
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering
Previous school: Church Stretton School
I came here because I'm interested in Engineering. I really enjoyed doing my final project and having the creativity to come up with my own design and I have also enjoyed working with hydraulics. I achieved D*D*D* in my Diploma and am now going on to do an Apprenticeship. The teachers are helpful and the equipment at the College is state-of-the-art.
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Beth Knight
A Level Product Design (Media Studies and Music)
Previous school: Belvidere School
I took Product Design at A Level because I was inspired by my GCSE teacher. I really enjoy how hands on the subject is and using the computers to bring your designs to life. You can explore your creative side in a relaxed environment.
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Gemma Elliot
Foundation Degree in Electrical and Electronics Technology
Previous Institution: Llanfyllin High School
My Foundation Degree is funded by the engineering firm James Fisher. I’m learning so much and absolutely loving it.
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