Diploma in Engineering Technologies
Cornwall College St Austell - 11 September 2025
1 Year
Full-time
Course information
Engineering shapes the world around us, from the machines at the heart of industry to the electronic devices we use at home – engineering is the future.
There’s no better place to start your career in this exciting industry than here at Cornwall College.
If you’ve ever had a fascination for how things are made, or improving the way something works, then a career in engineering could be for you. This course is your first introduction to the world of engineering, where you’ll develop the essential skills and discover the different opportunities that a hi-tech career can offer. The engineering programme at Level 1 is best suited if you are considering a career in Engineering. The course will provide you with the essential core skills required as an engineer. You will gain exposure to a real life engineering workshop and undertake practical assessments using relevant industry equipment and technology. You will also learn how to work within a team and develop on your literacy and numeracy skills.
You will be using traditional engineering equipment commonly found in many engineering and manufacturing employers in Cornwall.
At Cornwall College we have enthusiastic and highly skilled engineering tutors who are fully committed to helping you develop the skills, knowledge and experience needed to becoming a fully qualified engineer.
Key areas:
Health & Safety
Producing & Interpreting engineering drawings
Problem Solving
Fault finding
Essential hand fitting skills
Essential machining techniques
Welding & Fabrication skills
Electrical Installation & Testing
Cornwall College St Austell
Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.
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Open Event at Bicton College
16-19 Adult Apprenticeship University- Dates
18th January 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
26th April 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Open Event at The Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre, Sisna Park
16-19 Adult Apprenticeship- Dates
23rd January 2025, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
22nd March 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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If you’re aged 16-18 when you begin your course, you will usually be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found in our Financial Support section. Financial support for School Leavers |
Course Code 10566-STA-25
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