Introduction to engineering and manufacturing specialisms - level 3

This course is delivered by the College of West Anglia.

Who is this course for?

This skills bootcamp offers a fast-track introduction into engineering, covering topics such as technical drawing, computer aided design, fitting, welding and electrical. There are no academic entry requirements.This skills bootcamp offers a fast-track introduction into engineering, covering topics such as technical drawing, computer aided design, fitting, welding and electrical. There are no academic entry requirements.

What will you learn?

Module 1 - Introduction to technical drawing

• Understanding the fundamentals of engineering drawings
• How to create a border and title block with the necessary relevant information
• Different line types and where they are used
• Types of text and abbreviations used on drawings
• How to dimension a drawing
• Different ways to show tolerances on a drawing
• Creating 2 dimensional drawings in 1st and 3rd angle and being able to interpret the difference between the two
• Sectional views
• Cross hatching
• Creating 3 dimensional drawings in isometric.

Module 2 - Introduction to CAD

• Introduction to the software
• How to create a 2-dimensional drawing for turning into 3D model
• How to extrude and revolve
• How to create simple features such as a hole, chamfer, radii
• How to create an assembly from different parts
• Adding constraints to a model
• How to create a 2-dimensional drawing to work to from the model
• Auto dimensioning
• Adding notes to a drawing.

Module 3 - Introduction to hand fitting

• Introduction to hand tools used; files types and uses, hacksaw different toothed blades, scrapers
• How to use hand tools correctly and safely
• Marking out equipment; scribe, rule, square, protractor, height gauge
• How to mark out
• How to create a datum point
• How to use measuring equipment
• Basic hand fitting skills.

Module 4 - Introduction to turning

• Introduction to a centre lathe and its layout
• Work holding methods including 3 Jaw chucks and an introduction to 4 jaw
• Setting billets in work holding devices
• Different cutting tools and the application
• Setting cutting tool heights
• Setting datum points to machine from
• Basic turning principles
• How to use measuring equipment.

Module 5/6- Introduction to fabrication/welding

• Introduction to fabrication equipment; guillotine, bender, rollers, notcher
• Hand tools used in fabrication
• Introduction to sheet metal folding
• Introduction to the welding equipment
• Setting up equipment
• Different welding positions
• Different types of welding; including MIG and TIG
• Welding practice.

Who is eligible?

The programme is open to people that live or work within Norfolk or Suffolk.

You may be eligible to apply for a Skills Bootcamp if you:

• are aged 19 or over,
• have the right to work in the UK,
• meet residency requirements (your provider will check this).

Companies will pay a small employer contribution.