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Aerospace offers superb career opportunities for those who are technical, practical and genuinely fascinated by flight. It's a key sector within the Ayrshire economy and we work very closely with local employers, ensuring our courses offer the skills and training they look for in employees. If you're considering a career in engineering - and in particular aeronautical - this course can help you on your way.

Content:

Hand fitting techniques for component production; Mechanical assembly processes; Working with composites and producing composite mouldings; Aircraft detail fitting activities and assembly production; Installation of various aircraft mechanical fasteners; and Essential, transferable skills for employment.

Entry Requirements

3 subjects at National 4, preferably English, Maths and Physics, Practical Metalworking or Practical Woodworking, or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 4. Entry subject to interview.

Progression Routes

You could progress to a Level 6 course in Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.