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Design & Development for Engineering and Manufacturing Mechanical Engineering (T Level)

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Overview

Mechanical Engineering (T Level)

In your first year you will study an Engineering common core, before specialising in Mechanical Engineering in Year 2. The second aspect of the course will be a work placement where you will gain on the job technical skills relevant to your course.

As part of the course you will be set a work-based project which will allow you to apply the knowledge and skills you have gained.

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Course information

Entry requirements

Grade requirements:

4 GCSEs grades 9-4 including English and Maths OR similar at Level 2 including English and Maths.

Other requirements:

Essential: A willingness to undertake work experience.

T Level courses are for 16-19 year olds who have completed their GCSEs.

Course content
  • Work Placement (40-50 days)
  • Work place project
  • Engineering technical knowledge to include the following:

Year 1

Working within the engineering and manufacturing sectors, Engineering and manufacturing past, present, and future, Engineering representations Essential mathematics for engineering and manufacturing, Essential science for engineering and manufacturing, Materials and their properties Mechanical principles, Electrical and electronic principles Mechatronics (PLC’s and Pneumatics), Engineering and manufacturing control systems Quality management, Health and safety principles and coverage, Business, commercial and financial awareness, Professional responsibilities, attitudes, and behaviours, Stock and asset management, Continuous improvement Project and programme management

Year 2

Mechanical Engineering Principles of design, standards, mathematical theories and models, mechanical machines, statics and dynamics, materials, manufacturing process, aerodynamics, quality control, testing and measurement, systems engineering, CAD

Qualification

City and Guilds T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing (Level 3) – Mechanical Engineering

Industry placement

The work placement will provide an opportunity to learn and apply technical skills gained during the qualification. This placement will be within a company or organisation which is within the engineering sector or delivering engineering skill-based services. Learners will be expected to undertake 315 hours of work place learning across the two-year programme.

Extra curriculum activities

A variety of trips and visits into industry and universities to enhance the student experience.

Assessment methods

The course will involve both written coursework, employer set projects and examinations.

Further study and career options

Course progression:

Degree courses within the Bedford College Group Degree options within the Engineering sector Career progression: Progression into the Engineering industry within the specialism that you have chosen.

  • Engineering Design and Draughtsperson
  • Engineering Technician
  • Engineering Manufacturing Technician
Available Courses
Tresham College Corby campus
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 2 years
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Fees: Fee notes: T Level courses are for 16-19 year olds who have completed their GCSEs.
Bedford College
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 2 years
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Fees: Fee notes: T Level courses are for 16-19 year olds who have completed their GCSEs.
Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

T levels explained

T Levels are two-year courses in England that can be studied by 16-18 year olds after finishing their GCSEs.

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Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

 

Additional formats

Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on 01234 291000 to order your copy.