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Engineering Design
Where are you going?
Manufacturing
Civil Engineer
Architect
Mechanical Design Engineer
Why should I come to Runshaw to study Engineering Design?
Our Engineering A Level is delivered by experienced, specialist teachers, in well- equipped design suites. Practical work is delivered as an integral part of the course and plenty of study materials are provided. There are always opportunities for support with project design work.
Enrichment activities in Engineering include visits to local universities and industrial sites relevant to the course. You will also have the opportunity to participate in competitions, such as the Crest awards for design, and we even schedule a visit to the Kennedy Space Centre each year! Several of our Engineering students have also taken part in our Architecture and Advanced Manufacturing Academies.
By studying Engineering Design at Runshaw there is real potential for progression onto a wide range of university degrees or careers, including Architecture and most engineering disciplines. You will also develop analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills that are valuable in a wide range of occupations and activities.
What will I study?
You will study topics which reflect modern developments in, and applications of, Design Engineering. Apply your knowledge, understanding and skills of designing and manufacturing prototypes and products
to given situations and problems whilst demonstrating your higher thinking skills to solve problems and evaluate situations and suitability of a design solution.
• computer aided design • 3D prototyping
• electronics
• mechanics
• higher mathematical analysis
• material science
• project manufacturing and management
How is the course assessed?
At the end of Year two you will be assessed by two written examinations in problem solving, and principles of engineering, in conjunction with a practical design and manufacture project that will be externally moderated.
How do I find out more and apply?
Please see our course leaflet at www.runshaw.ac.uk and press the ‘Apply’ button. For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please access nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Top of the range equipment in our Design Suite
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Engineering Design