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Level 3 in Engineering Technologies

at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

In this advanced study programme learners will build on previously developed engineering skills and apply advanced principles, practices and knowledge to enable learners to successfully work in an engineering environment at technician level or as an advanced apprentice. It will also provide learners with the ability to work independently working on their own initiative with the minimum of supervision. The skills that will be further developed include, but will not be limited to: Engineering and Environmental Health and Safety Engineering Organisational Efficiency and Improvement Computer Aided Design (CAD) Techniques Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming/Machining Analogue Electronics Digital Electronics Advanced Milling Advanced Turning Directed and private study Additional Employability tuition will include: IT skills to include the use of Word and Excel and engineering specialist software. E.g. Cimco Edit, Fanuc NC guide, AutoCAD and SolidWorks. CAD/CAM training. Employability Skills. Work Experience. Personal Professional Development - Preparation work in readiness for an job interview or apprenticeship in Engineering e.g. CV writing and completing job application forms. Functional skills or GCSE Maths/ English.

What you need to get on

This course is advanced and thus is not suitable for school leavers. This course requires internal progression from Level 2 Engineering Technologies. Learners aged 19 or over will be required to pay course fees.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.

Where it runs

  • Cambridge Regional College

    Science Park Campus, King Hedges Road King Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Cambridge

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