Engineering Operations – Level 2

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Length 35 weeks
Study Full-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Level 2 EAL Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations

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More about the course

Engineering Operations is a practical course, designed to help you gain the essential skills needed to progress to a Level 3 in Engineering and Beyond!

As an engineering Operations student you will take part in hand-on lessons where you will learn how to perform basic engineering skills. We will introduce you to engineering theory and help develop your understanding of engineering processes, tools and equipment. You will cover topics where you will learn more about health and safety, engineering processes and how to interpret engineering drawings in your work.

If you are a person who is more practically inclined and do not like spending hours in the classroom this course is for you. However, alongside this course you will study some under pinning theory to develop your understanding of the engineering environment, principles and techniques.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 3 (D), including English and maths

Level 1 vocational at Merit or Distinction and Level 1 qualification in English and maths

Scottish equivalent

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course you will achieve a Level 2 Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations.

What will I learn?

Working safely in an engineering environment
Carrying out engineering activities efficiently and effectively
Using and communicating technical information
Hand fitting techniques
Producing sheet metal components and assemblies
Producing mechanical engineering drawings using CAD

How is the course taught?

Lectures
Group work
Practical work
Scenario based exercises
Work placements

How am I assessed?

Logbooks
Written and online assignments
Practical observations
Coursework

Work experience opportunities

All students will be required to complete a minimum of 35 hours work placement.

English and Maths

Engineers need to have excellent English and maths skills. If you have not achieved a GCSE grade 4 or above, we will help you to get a qualification alongside your studies.

We will also help you apply English and maths in real settings, like producing reports, calculating weight distribution and working out ratios and formulae.

Where can I progress?

On successful completion of this course, you can progress onto other higher-level courses, such as Level 3 in Engineering, employment or an apprenticeship in various engineering areas.

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.