Course Code: B3ENBF
Type: Full Time
Entry Requirements
You should:- Be aged 1618 years and a UK citizen
- Be highly motivated, looking to develop a career within the aircraft industry and demonstrate excellent attendance, punctuality and behaviour at school or college
- Have five GCSEs at grade C or above including English, mathematics, design & technology, and a science subject.
Who is the course for
The British Airways and Uxbridge College Aircraft Maintenance Apprenticeship Programme gives you the opportunity to -- Work with British Airways, one of the world's most prestigious and award winning airlines
- Study at Uxbridge College, one of the most successful further education colleges in the country - judged outstanding by Ofsted
- Earn a wage while continuing your learning.
Course Content
The course comprises of three mandatory units and three specialists units all of which must be passed to obtain a Level 2 qualification. There are a further six subsidiary units for the Level 3 qualification.Level 2:
Engineering Practices core units:
- Working safely in an engineering environment
- Working effectively and efficiently in engineering
- Using and communicating technical information.
- Producing mechanical engineering drawing using a CAD system
- Producing components using hand fitting techniques
- Producing mechanical assemblies.
Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering
The Level 3 qualification comprises of one mandatory unit, one specialist mandatory unit and four specialist units, all of which must be passed.
Mandatory Unit:
- Health & safety in the engineering workplace.
- Mechanical principles and applications.
- Mathematics for engineering technicians
- Properties and applications of engineering materials
- Engineering drawing for technicians
- Engineering secondary and finishing techniques.
- Two weeks at British Airways
- A further one week later on in the course if student is selected by British Airways.
Study Methods
Lectures, laboratory/practical work, tutorials, private study periods, projects and assignments.How is the course assessed
Through a Portfolio of Evidence (which include assignments, practical (exercises), and controlled Tests.Where next - Further Studies
Study on a variety of other engineering related qualifications.This qualification could also allow progression onto other related sector qualifications.
Where next - Job Opportunities
Students may work in a range of engineering jobs including:Aircraft engineer technician
Equipment installation technician
Engineering maintenance technician
Production control technician.
More Information
Please contact Monika Lewandowska on 01895 853588 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view itHow to Apply
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- Post - download an application form here , or use the form in the prospectus. Fill it out and return it to:
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
