Mode of study	T Levels
Duration	2 Years
Campus	London Road Campus
Start date	2 September 2024
Course code	FLR3TEE (2426)

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About T Levels

T levels or Technical Levels are groundbreaking new qualifications which are equivalent to 3 A Levels. T Levels offer students a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 315 hours (approximately 45 days).

T Levels have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work, further training, or study.

T Levels are ideal if you have completed your GCSEs, and wish to continue your studies but also want to get into a skilled job. They are also great if you prefer a practical approach to your studies.

They enable you to build knowledge and experience to help you get the job you want. T Levels are developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so you will have the skills that employers in your chosen industry need.

T Levels are ideal for you if you are focused on a particular career or work skills and either want to progress to university, further training, an apprenticeship, or employment.

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Who is it for?

Engineering is a fast-moving, exciting career which incorporates the continuing innovation and development of products and systems. You could find yourself designing the next generation of smartphones, programming robots, manufacturing components for fighter jets, or developing sustainable energy. In this brand-new qualification, you’ll gain an understanding of how materials, conditions and context influence design processes and products.
You will also gain an awareness of commercial principles in engineering. You will learn about commercial priorities and markets, customers/clients/partners and resource allocation.
This technical qualification focuses on the development of knowledge and skills needed for working in the Engineering industry, which will prepare learners to enter the industry through employment or as an Apprentice. Furthermore, the completion of this qualification gives the learner the opportunity to progress onto higher education courses and training.
Entry Requirements

GCSE Maths at grade 5 or above, plus 4 additional GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including English Language and Science).
What does the course involve?
The course will include the following topics:
- Design methodologies and processes
- Tools, equipment, and materials used in electrical and electronic engineering
- Representations, symbols, conventions, and annotations used in electrical and electronic engineering
- Producing electrical and electronic drawings and representations
- Designing and developing working models
- Testing models and prototypes
- Different types of electrical and electronic systems and what are they used for
- What control and electrical and electronic engineers do on a daily basis
- Areas of the engineering industry in which electrical and electronic engineers work
Technical knowledge and practical skills development, specific to the Electrical/ Electronics industry. An industry placement of at least 45 days. Common workplace skills. Relevant Maths, English and digital skills.
How is the course assessed?

Two externally set exams covering knowledge from the engineering common core. An employer-set project that will consist of a well-defined, real industry-style brief. The brief will be complex and non-routine and will require the use of relevant Maths, English and digital skills. The brief will give you the chance to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the core content and your core skills to solve problems that could occur in the workplace.
An occupational specialism assessment which is composed of a series of practical tasks relating to the specialism at hand. This will take place over a period of time, which will be confirmed when you start your course. The course is graded as Pass, Merit, Distinction or Fail.

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.

Austin Luzadas

Level 3 in Engineering
Previous school: Holy Trinity School, Telford

Level 2 was mostly practical and this year on Level 3 there is a lot of theory and it's preparing me for university. I live outside of Shrewsbury and the transport links to the College are good.

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.

Jason Roberts

A Level Product Design (Maths, Physics)
Previous school: The Priory School

Product Design gives you a lot of options for your future. I enjoyed the project where we had to make something out of a generic Ikea stool – I created an adjustable table. After College I would like to do an Apprenticeship with JLR.