Qualifications
OCN NI Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (610/2947/6)
Overview
Engineers are the drivers of modern life, researching, designing, building and maintaining infrastructures all around us. From our roads, cars and properties to ships, planes and explosives, the engineering sector puts the laws of science and technology into practice.
Key areas of study:
- Handfitting
- Preparing and using Manual TIG Welding Equipment
- Using Semi-automatic Metal Inert Gas, Metal Active Gas and Flux Cored Arc-welding
- Preparing and using Lathes for Turning Operations
- Preparing and using Milling Operations
- Health and Safety
- Engineering materials
- Engineering project
Traineeship Route
Applicants must:
Achieve or have achieved 4 GCSEs grades A-G with a minimum
- GCSE grade D in Mathematics and
- GCSE grade D in English
- Endeavour to source a placement with an engineering employer prior to enrolment on the course.
Non-native speakers must provide evidence of competency in English Language.
Apprenticeship Route
Applicants must:
Achieve or have achieved 4 GCSEs grades A-G with a minimum
- GCSE grade D in Mathematics and
- GCSE grade D in English
- Have secured employment as an apprentice with an engineering firm.
Non-native speakers must provide evidence of competency in English Language.
Non-academic course entry requirements
Important: All applicants must also meet the following conditions:
· be 16 years old by 1 July 2026.
· Provide proof of:
o Right to Study in the UK. For courses with work placement, proof of your right to work in the UK is also required.
o Photographic proof of identity
· Provide translated copies of and/or demonstrate equivalency of non-UK qualifications.
Further information on non-academic course entry requirements can be found at https://www.belfastmet.ac.uk/full-time/further-education/entry-criteria-further-education
Mixture of online examinations and practical assessments
Careers
Successful completion of this programme will enable employed learners to progress to the Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Career Prospects
This could help you develop a career in the Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering sectors which could lead to a number of job roles including:
- Fitter Welder
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Pipe Fitter
- Plater Fabricator
- Maintenance Welding Operative
- Welder
- Machinist
Interests
Problem solving
Practical skills
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