Level 2 Engineering Operation Skills (Mechatronics)
at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider
What the college says
This course can either be studied at Castleford College or Selby College. You'll acquire the hands-on expertise necessary for securing an apprenticeship in engineering and manufacturing or to study at the next level. This includes mastering tasks like cutting, forming, machining, and assembling engineering materials, as well as constructing electronic circuits. You'll gain proficiency in creating engineering drawings using design techniques such as CAD. Additionally, you'll develop skills in working efficiently, effectively, and adhering to all health and safety regulations while operating within engineering and manufacturing settings. Our College is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including industry-standard workshops furnished with the latest equipment. This course is tailored to expand your understanding of the diverse array of engineering careers while providing foundational experience to bolster a successful apprenticeship application or to move on to further study. Through this study programme, you'll have opportunities to interact with local employers via various activities such as industrial visits, guest speaker sessions, and mock interviews.
What you need to get on
GCSEs Grade 9-3, including English and Maths. 2 Additional GCSEs Grade 9-3, preferably in a science or technology subject.
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
Selby College
Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journeyCastleford College
Thunderhead Ridge, Castleford, WF10 4UA
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Start dates
- 30 September 2026 · Selby
- 30 September 2026 · Castleford
Who else teaches this exact qualification
Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.
- Their version
St. Albans · East of England · 36 weeks
- Their version
Chelmsford · East of England · 14 months
- Their version
Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
Wakefield · Yorkshire and The Humber · 1 year
- Their version
Newcastle · West Midlands · 34 weeks