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Land-Based Engineering - An Introduction (Level 5)

Scotland`s Rural College (SRUC)

Venues

Oatridge Campus

Content

This course will give you a general introduction to engineering principles, as well as tractor and machinery operation and maintenance.

The course covers a range of topics, including fabrication and welding, all-terrain vehicles (ATV), tractor maintenance and operation and machinery maintenance and operation.

You'll also learn about servicing engines and transmissions, vehicle electrics and hydraulics, and health and safety.

Work experience in a real-life environment shows you how to put your learning into practice.

Entry Requirements

National 4 English and Maths preferred. Entry subject to interview, you must be aged 16 or over.

Progression Routes

NC Land-based Engineering (Agriculture)

Start Date

September

Qualification

NC

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Engineering

SCQF Level

5

Website

www.sruc.ac.uk

Career Area

Engineering

Career Sectors

Aeronautical Engineering

Chemical and Materials Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Engineering General

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (including Fabrication and Welding)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Offshore and Energy