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Aircraft Engineering Pre-Apprenticeship - Full-time

Who will the course suit?
This course would suit learners who wish to proceed onto a recognised engineering apprenticeship in both Aerospace and General Engineering.

What are the entry requirements?
This is a LEVEL 2 Course.

Every college course is given a level 1(lowest) – 5 (highest). This level helps you know what the entry requirements are and if it will be suitable for you. For part-time courses it also indicates the amount of study involved – for example an introductory course would be a lower level if there is not much extra study involved.

To do any Level 2 course you should have:

However, adults do not always need these qualifications, just enough skills to deal with the course.

Please note that sometimes, even if a learner has the entry requirements for a Level 3 course they will start on a Level 2 course. This happens in practical subjects. This is because learners will need to develop practical skills to a certain level before they can attempt a Level 3 course in these areas.

For all full-time courses and some part-time courses you will be invited to have an informal interview with the tutor. On all courses that interview, a successful interview is also an entry requirement for the course.

In the interview the tutor will see whether you have the potential to progress on the course. It is also a chance for you to find out more about the course.

How long is the course?
This course is run on a full-time basis over 35 weeks.

When will I be in College?
You would normally be in College Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and ½ day Thursday.

How much study is involved?
You will be taught in College for 21 hours a week, plus some additional study is required.

What will I study?
You will study City & Guilds 2597 (Technical Certificate Level 2) 5 Units, Performing Engineering Operations (NVQ Level 2) 6 Units and Key Skills – Application of Number, Communications, Information Technology, Working with Others, Problem Solving, Improve Own Learning.

How will I taught?
Classroom based using a variety of modern teaching techniques, including Interactive Smartboards, Crocodile Physics and Flight Simulators.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by online exams and Portfolio and practical evidence.

What opportunities with the course provide me with?
This course will provide you with the qualifications for entry to a variety of engineering companies such as: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Airbus, Rolls Royce, Geaes, Aberthaw Power Station, lefarge Cements, Dow Corning.

How much will it cost?
All full-time FE courses are FREE, whatever your age or the course.
All you pay is £10 registration fee to the College.
 
All learners have the opportunity to apply for funding. This can cover the cost of the course and any additional costs that may be incurred from attending a course, such as travel, childcare or kit. To find out more, see the `Support for you` section of `Barry College - The Guide 2008-2009`  or the `Support for you` pages of the Barry College website.
 
How do I apply?
To apply for this course you need to complete an application form. You can download this from the Barry College website, by going to
www.barry.ac.uk/apply. Or, you can request an application form from Student Services by phone - Tel: 01446 725007, or by visiting any Barry College site.
 

Important notes:

All Barry College courses only run if there are sufficient numbers.

Occasionally, due to unforeseen circumstances, course costs and other details, such as qualification titles, days and times, are subject to change by the College. All details were correct at the time of publishing.