Engineering Skills Bootcamp - Part-Time

Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and provides clear career pathways, mentorship and advancement opportunities.

The course, for adults who live or work in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region, demonstrates the local commitment to workforce development and excellence in engineering.

At the end of the 10 week evening course, you'll be given the opportunity to have a job interview with large employers in the area.

The course will ensure that you are well-prepared, skilled and ready to contribute to the engineering sector.

What will I cover on this course?

There are 6 modules delivered over 10 weeks. In the final week, we will offer employability support to prepare you for your interview, reviewing your CV and looking at your interview skills. The practical modules are:

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 3 and 4 jaw chucks, face plate
• How to change work holding devices
• 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 - Introduction to milling

• Introduction to a milling machine and its layout
• Work holding methods
• How to set work holding methods in relation to axis
• Different cutting tools used and the application
• Setting datum points to machine from
• Basic milling operations; difference between climb milling and conventional
• How to use measuring equipment

Module 6 - Introduction to fabrication/welding

• Introduction to fabrication equipment; guillotine, bender, rollers, notcher
• Hand tools used in fabrication
• Marking out patterns
• Understanding bend allowance
• Simple pattern development
• Introduction to the welding equipment
• Setting up equipment
• Different welding positions
• Different types of welding; MIG, MAG, ARC
• Welding practice

This specially tailored course has been meticulously designed to address the specific requirements and demands of local employers. The term "bespoke" aptly describes the customized nature of this educational programme, as it has been intricately crafted to align with the unique needs and expectations of these major industry players. The focus of this course is to equip you with the precise skills and knowledge that employers sought after, ensuring that you are well-prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities within these respected organisations.

Whilst there are no academic entry requirements for the course, applicants MUST be at least aged 19 on or before 31st August 2024 and be living in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region to study this course. You must also be unemployed (or employed with an interest in changing careers to work in engineering).

You will be invited to an interview to ensure that the bootcamp is the right course for you.

You should also be able to work in the UK and meet our general residency criteria.

How long is this course?

10 weeks

When does this course start?

13/01/2025

How many hours / days per week is this course?

This course will run from 5.30pm - 8.30pm each Monday and Wednesday for 10 weeks.

Fee information

How is my course assessed?

You will be assessed through:

• Observation of practical work
• Verbal questions
• Written tests
• Practical examinations
• Peer and self-assessment
• Performance evaluation

These diverse assessment methods ensure that you receive a well-rounded evaluation of your capabilities, preparing you for the demands of your chosen field.