Preston College Apprenticeship Course Guide

25 www.preston.ac.uk ENGINEERING A career in engineering offers the opportunity for creative thinking, experimentation and innovative design and development. Engineering is arguably one of the most in demand professions in the world, and is often at the leading edge of innovation, revolution and modernisation, which plays a significant role in shaping our society and its future. Almost every sector of every type of business requires an element of engineering support, whether that be electrical, mechanical or manufacturing. As an engineer you may have the opportunity to work in construction, aeronautics, biomedicine, software design and more. As an apprentice, your main duties could include; developing new products for companies or individuals to use; provide maintenance to current products to enhance use; and design new machines to improve an organisations efficiencies. Our engineering department sits within our iSTEM centre, which boasts the very best in facilities, equipment and technology. Combine this with the industry qualified and experienced tutors, and you will gain an unprecedented learning experience within a range of multi-skilled practical roles. • Engineering Operative L2 • Fabrication and Welding L2 • Engineering Fitter L3 • Metal Fabricator L3 • Engineering Technician L3 • Engineering Manufacturing Technician L4 • Electrical and Electronic Engineering L4

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