T Level - (Occupational Specialism: Mechanical)

The Maintenance Engineering Technologies T Level is suitable for anyone wanting a career in Engineering and Manufacturing. This qualification will include a core content and an occupational specialism that is specific to the industry.

During the two-year course, learners will learn the core knowledge and skills that underpin many jobs in engineering. A substantial industry placement with a range of employers will give you a wide understanding of the industry.

The technical qualification is made up of two components all of which need to be successfully achieved to attain the technical qualification as well as the full T Level Technical Qualification in Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing (Level 3).

A Core Component which is designed to offer sufficient breadth of knowledge and skills for the learner to apply in a variety of contexts related to the engineering industry and those Occupational Specialisms linked to this T Level.

The common core content is the building blocks of knowledge and skills that will give a learner a broad understanding of the industry and job roles. At the same time, it will develop the core skills they will need to apply when working within the industry.

An Occupational Specialism component (Mechanical) which will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to achieve threshold competence in an occupation. The learner must also demonstrate the ability to achieve occupational competence over time with the correct support and training.

The core content is assessed through an exam and a practical employer-set project. In addition to this, you will have the option to study one of the following specialisms:

Mechanical

The core content is assessed through an exam and a practical employer-set project.

Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 (previously C) or above including Maths and English language OR Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Maths and English language and relevant subject qualification OR Minimum of Level 2 course in chosen subject at merit or above and English language and Maths at level 2.

A T Level can take you in to a variety of future routes, from going to employment or into higher education to study further.