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Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering

OBS050

Do you see yourself making a career as an engineer? This Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering could be perfect for you.

Course duration

Up to two years.

Course outcome

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering.

Entry requirements

You must be over 16 and have completed high school education to enrol on this course.

Assessment

Six written assignments.

Study Options

This course is only available to study online.

Study Options

 
£1,799.00
or £59.64 /month*
Course code: OBS050

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Course overview

This Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering course is ideal for individuals who have completed high school education (GCSEs or equivalent) and are considering working towards university.

During the course, you will explore how to perform engineering calculations, functions of basic electrical components within circuits, the underpinning concepts relating to the analysis of statistics, and much more.

Course content

  • Applications of SI units and measurement.
  • Performing engineering calculations.
  • Interpreting engineering information.

  • Engineering products and design.
  • Applying a systems approach to electric design.
  • Producing 2D CAD drawings.

  • Functions of basic electrical components within circuits.
  • Be able to apply AC and DC circuit theory to circuit design.
  • Power supplies and power system protection.

  • Motion of objects in mathematical terms.
  • Energy changes in a system.
  • Energy transfer, forces, and elasticity.

  • The underpinning concepts relating to the analysis of statistics.
  • Range of data types and their representation.
  • Calculate and interpret statistical diagrams and measures.

  • The application of algebra relevant to engineering problems.
  • Using geometry and graphs in the context of engineering problems.
  • Exponentials, logarithms, and trigonometry related to engineering problems.
  • Calculus relevant to engineering problems.

Awarding body

OTHM are a UK-based awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual, that aim to support professions and industry by providing excellent qualifications that contribute for a highly qualified and experienced workforce.

Meanwhile, Online Business School offer learning pathways for you with a fast track through to a UK university qualification, either on campus or online learning.

They work with Ofqual-recognised awarding organisations for the verification of our programmes. These standards ensure that people who study an Online Business School course receive a high-level quality education alongside a certificate that is recognised universally by universities and employers.

Extra information

Once enrolled, you have 24 months to complete your studies.

You will study this course via distance learning which means you are in control of your learning. Study when and where you choose and at a pace that suits you.

Throughout the duration of your studies, you will have access to one-to-one Skype sessions with your tutor, interactive and informative webinars and an online social learning forum to help you along your journey.

This qualification is assessed internally through tutor-marked assignments at the end of each unit.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering.

FAQs

You must be at least 16 years of age and have completed high school education.

You will have 24 months from enrolment to complete this course.

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