C&G Level 2 Diploma in Machining (Foundation Knowledge)
at Truro and Penwith College, Truro · college
What the college says
Do you you enjoy understanding how things work? Do you like working with your hands and have an enthusiasm for practically solving problems? If yes, then engineering is a path that will suit you. Engineering is a very broad subject, with many routes into employment. Many students progress directly into Apprenticeships, with the growing number of technology focused employers in Cornwall and beyond. Career pathways could include Mechatronics, Welding & Fabrication, Maintenance, Machining or other technical routes. This course is designed as a steppingstone into the exciting and diverse world of engineering and the wide range of opportunities it offers.
What you need to get on
To access this course, you must achieve Grade 3 in English, Maths and Science at GCSE level.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
TRURO COLLEGE
College Road, Truro, TR1 3XX
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Truro
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