Course Description

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

With a growing emphasis on careers and opportunities within STEM industries, this course gives a great basis for those looking to pursue a career in engineering and a huge variety of university and college courses.

• 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