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Engineering GOLD / Higher Level Apprenticeship The GOLD higher level apprenticeship in Engineering has been identified as a key area for economic growth in Northern Ireland.
During the first two years, this course runs a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in engineering alongside both NVQ Level 2 and NVQ Level 3 qualifications. This is designed to equip individuals with a knowledge and understanding required for success in a range of mechanical and electrical engineering occupations. The qualification is also suitable for learners who have not yet decided on a particular engineering specialism and who wish to gain a broader understanding of engineering. College facilities such as the new state of the art Idea Centre and STEM centre provide an opportunity for project based learning and real work design.
Roll of honor / Awards achieved • DEL NI most promising 1st year apprentice 2011 + 2012• DEL NI overall apprentice of the year 2012• DEL innovation and partnership award 2013• DEL NI VQ apprentice of the year 2013• UK’s Higher Level Apprentice of the year 2014• ETI Grade 1 ‘Outstanding’ in Engineering 2014• DEL Innovation and partnership award 2015• U.K’s most innovative BTEC apprenticeship provider 2015
About the qualifications This suite of qualifications is designed to provide a broad range of units to satisfy almost all of local industry needs, these include; CAD, Hydraulics, Electrical Installation, Secondary Finishing, Electrical and electronic principles, PLCs, Mechanical principles, CNC machining, Maths for Engineers, Screening and crushing maintenance and engineering drawing. The qualifications are designed in a progressive way to enable students to achieve professional recognition in a diverse range of job roles.
Who is it suitable for? The area of study is suitable for anyone interested in mechanical and electrical engineering occupations. The qualifications allows for progression up to Degree level that will enable a variety of career pathways including;• Design engineer • Electrical engineer• Quality control
• Production control • Engineering management • Scheduling and planning• Procurement • PLC Programming• Health and Safety
Core areas of study • Computer Aided Design• Hydraulics• CNC programming • Mathematics for engineers • Mechanical principles• Health and safety• Secondary finishing
• Screening and crushing maintenance• Communications• Design for manufacture• Manufacturing planning and scheduling• Mechatronics • PLC Programming • Electric and electronic principles
Engineering GOLD / Higher Level Apprenticeship
Building skills that achieve success… The path to success…
Student Case Study:
Name: Kyle Rainey
Age: 18
Course/s Studied: GOLD Apprenticeship in Engineering
Currently employed: Greiner Packaging
Thoughts on your educational journey: I left high school at 16 with 10 good GCSE grades but was always more interested in a hands on approach to learning which is why I decided to follow the apprenticeship route. I have really enjoyed my engineering apprenticeship so far as it has given me the opportunity to learn as I earn. The knowledge that has been passed down from experienced engineers in the workplace coupled with the support I receive on the academic side of the qualification from the tutors
in the college has given me a wide range of skills which I continue to develop. I’m now in my 2nd year of the apprenticeship and I hope to start my foundation degree this September then complete my full honours degree in mechanical engineering two years after that, whilst remaining employed at Greiner packaging throughout
Advice for potential students: Choosing the GOLD apprenticeship has definitely been one of the best decisions I have ever made. For any students considering the
apprenticeship, I would advise them to come along to the open day and check out what is on offer at SWC. The apprenticeship is fully funded to foundation degree level and you also earn a good wage alongside completing your qualifications and gaining industrial experience. The fact that there are excellent career opportunities in engineering close to home is also another huge incentive.
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4Level 5
Level 6
Equivalent to 4 GCSEs (Alternative to repeating GCSEs)
Equivalent to 3 A-Levels (ideal for progression to University)
Higher Education courses accredited by
Degree courses accredited by
Level 2 City and Guilds/ETCAL Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 2
Level 3 BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (QCF)City and Guilds/ETCAL NVQ Level 3
Level 4 HNC in Manufacturing EngineeringLevel 5 Higher Level Apprenticeship or Foundation
Degree in Engineering
Contact details: If you are interested or have any questions please get in touch:
Higher Education in partnership with:
Alastair Booth(Dungannon campus)0845 603 1881 ext. [email protected]
Gareth Rooney (Enniskillen campus)0845 603 1881 ext: [email protected]
David Patrick(Omagh campus)0845 603 1881 [email protected]
