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Engineering

Level 2 Electrical Engineering

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With this course, you will gain an understanding of the principles, methods and technology involved in electrical/electronic engineering.

There are so many career opportunities within this exciting industry, especially within the design or maintenance of electrical control systems, machinery and equipment.

More information

The course will start in September and will take one year to complete.

This course will take place at our The STEM Centre, Technology Campus, Pocket Nook Street, St Helens, WA9 1TT.

During this course, you will cover the following units:

  • Engineering environmental awareness
  • Engineering and technical drawing techniques
  • Engineering principles
  • Electrical and electronic principles
  • Electrical and electronic systems
  • Devices and electrical and electronic testing methods

You will be assessed through a combination of assignments and one external examination.

You should have 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and/or maths.

If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2025), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation. For more information, please visit our dedicated financial support page.

You could progress on to the level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Engineering or on to an apprenticeship to earn while you learn.

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