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Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 - T Level Foundation Year

at Derwentside College, Consett · college

Level 2T LevelsDiploma36 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

This qualification is designed for learners who want to use and understand advanced manufacturing technologies and techniques to promote themselves for further study or for job applications. The object of this qualification is to introduce learners to the skills and requirements needed to work as an engineer. It will include practical skills and technical knowledge completing assessments in areas such as machining, fabrication, electrical wiring and CAD. The programme will contain some more advanced projects that will look at how to build and fly rockets, how to build some objects to go into those rockets, such as microsatellites. They will explore artificial intelligence, and look at the issues surrounding the making and use of unmanned vehicles. Who is this qualification for? Learners who are not working in an engineering or manufacturing environment (but may wish to do so) Learners who wish to progress their skills and abilities that will lead them onto a level 3 apprenticeship Those who wish to acquire the knowledge and skills in advanced manufacturing and engineering

What you need to get on

Learners must be at least 16 years old. However, learners must have the potential to achieve all aspects of the qualification. In particular, learners should be able to demonstrate that they have the minimum levels of literacy and numeracy required for the completion of the learning outcomes and the assessments. Progression from successfully completing a level one advanced manufacturing technologies programme, minimum grades of 3 (D) in maths and English.

How you are assessed

Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.

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

  • DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE

    Consett Campus Front Street, Consett, DH8 5EE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Consett

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