National 4/5

Engineering Science

INFO

Curriculum Leader: Mrs Bradley

Entry Requirements:

  • A good standard of Maths is desirable for success in engineering science.

Course Content

The course helps candidates to develop an understanding of the far-reaching impact of engineering on our society. They learn about the central role of engineers as designers and problem-solvers, able to conceive, design, implement and operate complex systems.

The course enables candidates to:

  • develop an understanding of the role and impact of engineering in changing and influencing our environment and society

  • apply knowledge and understanding of key engineering facts and ideas

  • understand the relationships between engineering, maths and science

  • apply skills in analysis, design, construction and evaluation to a range of engineering problems

Possible Careers

  • Aerospace engineer

  • Agricultural engineer

  • Automotive engineer

  • Broadcast engineer

  • Biotechnologist

  • Chemical engineer

  • Clinical engineer

  • Civil engineer

  • Design engineer

  • Drilling engineer

  • Electrical engineer

  • Electronics engineer

  • Energy engineer

  • Geneticist

  • Manufacturing systems engineer

  • Marine engineer

  • Materials engineer

  • Measurement and control engineer

  • Mechanical engineer

  • Medical physicist

  • Structural engineer

  • Network manager

  • Physicist

  • Software developer

  • Studio sound engineer

  • Telecoms engineer

  • Watch or clock repairer