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- Practical Course
- Cardiff University
- Robbie, November 2006
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- Course content *****
- This was a very practical course. There were a lot of visits to the workshop during the first year and this helped me understand the principles of Industrial Machines such as the Lathe. From the second year, there were several industrial visits. My most memorable was the visit to British Steel Plant (by then already known as Corus, I think!) at Port Talbot. There was also emphasis on the business context of engineering. Law and Accountancy were also thrown in. This has helped me a great deal in my current job. Not only am I competent to handle the engineering aspects of my job, I also help the commercial department in adjudicating tenders in regard to cost and legal implications. The Mechanical Engineering Department was constantly ranked in the top five when I was there and thus there were a lot of employment opportunities in Engineering for those that chose to pursue Engineering as their profession. My department was only two minutes walk from my Student Accommodation. And the City Centre was a stone throw away from my Department. Cardiff is a lively and elegant cosmopolitan. It has the excitement of a vibrant city and tranquility of the nearby cost and countryside. The Millennium Stadium is right in the city centre for all sports fans. The Welsh are some of the most passionate supporters anywhere in the world especially when International Rugby is being played!
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- Worth a look
- Loughborough University
- paul, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Just completed this course. Was impressed by the quality of facilities and teaching. Lots of options for jobs too. Recommended.
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- Worth a look
- Loughborough University
- paul, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Just finished this course. Good teaching and facilities, and lots of job offers (though that could be down to me not the course of course!). Reccomended
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- Applied Science
- The Manchester College
- Claire, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- As part of my course we had a lot of coursework to handle but it has been worth it because the teaching at this college is great and understanding the work has been very easy because the teaching methods were fantastic. So far i have had the exam and now am waiting for the reults. It was based on biology and physics.
- Student facilities *****
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- Science
- The Manchester College
- Claire, March 2007
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- Course content *****
- I started this course, after a Gap year after high school. I thought that being a year older I would not fit in to my tutor group. But on the day of enrolement within 20 mins I was laughing my head off. This is a wicked place, and if in doubt, i think you sjould spend a day, you'll see that this is a good place to learn and have fun. Big up MANCAT!
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- Great all round experience
- University Of Leicester
- Andrew, March 2007
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- Course content *****
- Engineering at Leicester has been a really worthwhile experience so far. I came expecting to learn all the boring engineery stuff - and I have, but I've go so much more out of it. Most of all, I used to hate public speaking and writing. Leicester University has given me so many options to improve my skills, and now when I go to an interview, I look forward to giving a presentation 'cos I know I can do it. Easy marks. The top jobs don't care what university you're from. They have such a detailed application process so being able to give a good presentation or write a 250 word description of your proudest achievement is much more important. Leicester has given me a very enjoyable experience and put me in a position to go as high as anybody from any other university.
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- Brilliant fun and Informative
- Electrical Maintenance Skills - Industrial Certificate of Competence
- Technical Training Solutions
- David, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content ****
- This is electrical maintenance taught with lots of enthousasam and passion. The tutors are all from industry with tons of experience. They explain what the course objectives are, and guide you through the technical stuff with the help of practical exercises and brilliant course notes.
- Student facilities ****
- Each student had a wide range of industrial equipment to use, which made the course real fun. I never thought I woud be wiring up three phase motors and starters in different configuration within a few days, but the instructor was great. The emphersis was on safe working practices, and the equipment used for the training gave us all confidence. The classrooms were light and had plenty of space, and the lunches that were provided were really good too.
- Social life ****
- There were seven other students on the course, all with different working backgrounds, and this added to the course experience. We were all able to give examples of our own work practices and problems during the course.
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- stained glass
- Design and Craft - Stained Glass Certificate C&G 7822
- Merton Adult Education
- sarah, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- very good and fulfiling course that was very well taught.
- Student facilities *****
- wellresourced
- Social life *****
- not as good as some of the other courses but the people were ok really.
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- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Installation Theory Part 1 Year 2 C&G 2330
- Stockton Riverside College
- Sam, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- I enjoy the course very much. I think it is tought at a reasonable pace and there is always time for a re-cap. I like the practical side of things and the teachers explain things very well. We get the work that needs to be done and we carry it out in a safe and fashionable manner.
- Student facilities *****
- Its very modern. This is the first yr in the new building and we are * test driving it *. the facilities are excellent and its very clean. there is enough booths for everyone in the class to have there own. there is enough materials to go around for everyone and there is a tool box for everyone in the class. We tidy the work shop after every lesson to keep it nice for the other students.
- Social life *****
- Most of the other students are excellent. There is always a good atmosphere in the classroom and workshop. The teachers are always up for a laugh with us and they always take parts in events that the class organises like football and party's. Its very good and i enjoy every minute of it.
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- Distance learning is great
- Electrical Engineering BTEC HNC
- South Tyneside College
- mary, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- The course is spaced over 3 years. Split into 3 six month spells at sea, and 3 six month spells at college. The course is challenging but interesting and fun. Just about all entrants are beginners, knowing nothing about engineering at all. The teachers are usually ex-seamen themsleves and are brimming with experience and enthusiasm. The course is made up of various subjects. Maintenance, science, electrics, welding, mathematics.
- Student facilities *****
- Modern classroom facilities. You stay on a campus which has bunkbed rooms and shower blocks. The college has an engineering department with amazing facilities (engines, workshops etc). Other shared facilities include a library and large I.T Department.
- Social life *****
- You feel a great sense of satisfaction each day. You're constantly learning new things. You are treat and taught with great enthusiasm. The teachers are hand picked to offer the highest level of training. This is made possible as the company who sponsors you pays for your teaching. You pay NO course fees.
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- Engineering at sea
- Electrical Engineering BTEC HNC
- South Tyneside College
- david, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- The course is spaced over 3 years. Split into 3 six month spells at sea, and 3 six month spells at college. The course is challenging but interesting and fun. Just about all entrants are beginners, knowing nothing about engineering at all. The teachers are usually ex-seamen themsleves and are brimming with experience and enthusiasm. The course is made up of various subjects. Maintenance, science, electrics, welding, mathematics.
- Student facilities *****
- Modern classroom facilities. You stay on a campus which has bunkbed rooms and shower blocks. The college has an engineering department with amazing facilities (engines, workshops etc). Other shared facilities include a library and large I.T Department.
- Social life *****
- You feel a great sense of satisfaction each day. You're constantly learning new things. You are treat and taught with great enthusiasm. The teachers are hand picked to offer the highest level of training. This is made possible as the company who sponsors you pays for your teaching. You pay NO course fees.
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- perfect
- Kingston University
- andy, July 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- A really interesting subejct. A well structured course with excellent and enthusiastic lecturers makes this course fun to study.
- Student facilities *****
- State of the art facilities ensures that we can complete our course successfully. Very extensive and modern facilities. Perfect!
- Social life *****
- Great mix of students. Lots of societies. Infact theres too much to do here! This place has a great atmosphere. I love coming here
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- Great
- Impact Training
- lydia, July 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- good course. Very interesting and well taught
- Student facilities *****
- Great facilities. I have everything i need
- Social life *****
- Friendly, we all go out after and we all get on very well
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- Really Cool
- Data Communications Cable Installation and Testing Level 2 C&G 3666
- City College Plymouth
- Wesley, July 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- It tought me everything I wanted to know.
- Student facilities *****
- The classroom is spectacular and all the material was in good condition
- Social life *****
- Class was a very wonderful social experience
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- Terrific
- University Of Surrey
- Shazia, August 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Excellent tuition and great course. Challenging.
- Student facilities *****
- The resources are everything you could hope for, including plenty of IT facilities.
- Social life *****
- Most of the students are very nice and friendly, and there are plenty of places in which to socialise.
- Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 1 Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is suitable for employees who are acquiring engineering competencies in a sheltered, controlled environment such as schools, colleges, training providers, company training centres, HM Prison services and MOD training workshops. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: NVQ Level 1/2/3
- Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installation CG 2391-10 Guildford College Of Further And Higher Education, Guildford
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About this course: The course is primarily aimed at qualified people who have the responsibility for the Quality of Inspection, Testing and Certification of installations. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Hydraulic and Pneumatics Electro Control Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course will build on the knowledge gained from Entry Level Hydraulic and Pneumatic courses by adding the dimension electro control to the circuits and systems to suit the training requirements of the participants. Read more
Fees: £99 per person
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 2 Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course covers the following contents: working safely in an engineering environment, working efficiently and effectively in engineering, electronics engineering, fabrication and welding, production engineering. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: NVQ Level 1/2/3
- Hydraulics Intermediate Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course will build on the foundation level, and provide training in more complex system design, circuits and testing for system integrity, with fault finding of more difficult hydraulic systems. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
- IEE Wiring Regulations Certificate (CG) Birmingham Metropolitan College, Birmingham
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About this course: This course aims to provide the basis for the understanding and application of the current wiring regulations used in commercial, industrial and domestic environments. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
Timetable: 3 hours per week
- 17th Edition Wiring Regulations Level 3 Certificate (CG) Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course provides the basis for the understanding and application of current wiring regulations used in commercial, industrial and domestic environments. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Fundamentals of Electrics Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is designed to provide the basic knowledge and understanding of the health and safety regulations, permit to work arrangements, Ohms Law and Isolation and Locking Off procedure. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Automation Introduction Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course will include hardware installation and configuration and software configuration on SCADA systems, HMIs, PLCs, sensors and transducers to demonstrate interconnectivity of modern control system hardware and software. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Pneumatics Intermediate Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course will provide training in more complex system design, circuits and testing for system integrity with fault finding of more difficult pneumatic systems. Read more
Fees: £99 per person
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Hydraulics Foundation Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is designed to provide maintenance, project and sales engineers with an informed overview of hydraulic systems to ensure sound practices are adhered to. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Tig, Mig, Manual Metal Arc and Gas Welding Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is designed to enable the participants to use the TIG, MIG, MMA or gas equipment in a safe manner, choosing appropriate accessories, setting equipment conditions, producing welds using appropriate techniques and specifying corrective actions when faults occur. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
Timetable: 3 hours per week
- Electronic Principles Level 2 Basic Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is suitable for all levels, from production to management. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: No Qualification
- Fabrication and Welding Engineering NVQ Level 2 Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is suitable for people who are primarily employed in welding or fabrication and who have a high level of technical skill and knowledge. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: NVQ Level 1/2/3
- Legislation Directives Introduction Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: In this course, participants will gain knowledge of the IEE 16th Edition, Electricity at Work regulations, Provision and use of work equipment regulations, the machine directive BSEN60204, machine risk assessment and safety categories and the low voltage directive within the electrical and control environment. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Performing Engineering Operations NVQ Level 1 Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course is suitable for employees who are acquiring engineering competencies in a sheltered, controlled environment such as schools, colleges, training providers, company training centres, HM Prison services and MOD training workshops. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: NVQ Level 1/2/3
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - Light Vehicles NVQ Level 2 Guildford College Of Further And Higher Education, Guildford
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About this course: This course is aimed at participants working in the vehicle repair industry. Read more
Fees: Free
Qualification: NVQ Level 1/2/3
- Installing and Testing Domestic Photovoltaic Systems CG 2372 Guildford College Of Further And Higher Education, Guildford
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About this course: This course is aimed at practising electricians preferably with knowledge of electrical installations, IEE Wiring Regulations and test and inspection. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Mechatronics Introduction Certificate Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course introduces the principles of the total engineering approach, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, mechanical actuation systems, electrical actuation systems, fault-finding techniques and design procedures applied to mechatronic system. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Digital TV Aerial Installation NVQ Level 2 (CG) Birmingham Metropolitan College, Sutton Coldfield
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About this course: This course will prepare the digital tick-approved installers for the competent installation of digital television reception equipment and for their up-skilling. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: NVQ Level 1/2/3
Awarding body: City & Guilds