Engineering

Assessment:

Written paper: Engineering materials, processes and production - 1 hour worth 25% of the GCSE

Centre-assessed task 1: Preparing and planning for manufacture: completed in lessons worth

Who is the course for?

This course is for those who have an interest in acquiring skills and knowledge relevant to Engineering.

You should:

Have an interest in how things work.

Have an interest in design

Have an interest in Maths and Science

What will I do on the course?

The Cambridge Nationals in Engineering Manufacture is aimed at learners who wish to study the

processes involved in manufacturing new engineered products. Learners are provided with the

knowledge and skills required to operate manufacturing tools and equipment used to make

products from the requirements of a design specification. Learners will develop their understanding

of the processes and systems required to transfer a design concept into a product.

It will particularly appeal to those who enjoy design, maths and problem-solving. Students will learn about the following:

Engineering materials, processes and production

Preparing and planning for manufacture

Computer aided manufacturing

Quality control of engineered products