Engineering
If you enjoy figuring out how things work and have a curious mind, an engineering course could be just what you’re looking for.
Our Engineering Centre of Excellence at Highfields Science Park offers large workshops with industry-standard equipment for a range of engineering disciplines, including milling and turning (CNC and manual), plus electrical/electronic engineering, incorporating the latest Programmable Logic Controller and robotics training rigs. Classroom technology includes AutoCAD (Computer Aided Design) and Solid Works design packages. We have also invested in 3D printing and scanning technology.
Highfields also has dedicated workshops for fabrication and welding training.
We work with some of the leading names in the industry, including
St Gobain, BCM Fareva, Nottingham City homes and CEMA Limited, as well as one of the country’s leading universities, the University of Nottingham.
Our courses are designed with you in mind, and start from Level 1, with progression available through the levels up to Higher National Diploma (HND) at Level 5.
We offer you a clear progression route on your journey to become a qualified engineer in one of 18 sector areas, with support from staff who have industry experience in their specialist area.
You can download a course or apprenticeship guide here.
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BESA Pipe Exam (including training) - Part-time
This course is perfect if you want to get your Class II skills card for the Heat and Vent industry, valid for 3 years.
Civil Engineering Senior Technician - Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4)
If you would like to progress your career in civil engineering this apprenticeship may just be the way to do it.
Design and Installation of Domestic and Small Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (Level 3 City & Guilds Award) - Part-time
if you are a qualified electrician wanting to expand your knowledge into the installation of EV chargers, this course presents a great opportunity
Design and Quality Assurance of Largescale Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (City & Guilds Level 3 Award) - Part-time
This qualification is aimed at practicing electricians interested in understanding how to design and install the range of electric vehicle charging equipment and systems available.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering HNC (Level 4) - Full-time
The course will give you the skills and knowledge needed to progress your career in the fascinating, challenging world of electrical and electronic engineering.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering HNC (Level 4) - Part-time
The course will give you the skills and knowledge needed to progress your career in the fascinating, challenging world of electrical and electronic engineering.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering HND (Level 5) - Full-time
The course will give you the skills and knowledge needed to progress your career in the fascinating, challenging world of electrical and electronic engineering.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering HND (Top Up) (Level 5) - Part-time
If you’ve completed a relevant HNC this conversion course can help you progress your career in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering.
Engineering (Level 3 Technical Diploma) - Full-time
This qualification is for you if you are looking to start in the broad, advanced manufacturing and engineering sector in more specialised roles.
Engineering and Manufacturing Technology (Level 1) - Full-time
This qualification is perfect if you would like to gain core knowledge and understanding of a range of occupational roles from across the engineering and manufacturing sector.
Engineering Design and Draughtsman - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Engineering design and draughtspersons produce designs and drawings for structures, piping, electrical systems, control and instrumentation systems and mechanical components used in industrial and commercial construction.
Engineering Fitter - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
The broad purpose of the occupation is to produce complex high value, low volume components or assemblies in full or part, using machines, equipment or systems, to the required specification.
Engineering Operations (Knowledge) (EAL Level 2 Certificate) - Full-time
This qualification is perfect if you would like to gain core knowledge and understanding of a range of occupational roles from across the engineering and manufacturing sector.
Engineering Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Progress your engineering career with this advanced apprenticeship.
Installation and Maintenance of Largescale Electric Vehicle Charging Installations (City & Guilds Level 3 Award) - Part-time
This qualification is aimed at practicing electricians interested in understanding how to design and install the range of electric vehicle charging equipment and systems available.
Installation of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Level 3) - Part-time
This course provides electricians with the skills and knowledge required to install small scale photovoltaic (PV) systems.
Introduction to Engineering - Part-time
This course is a great introduction to engineering covering computer-aided design, hand fitting, and pneumatics would be suitable for individuals who have a strong interest in technology and its applications, have attention to detail, enjoy problem-solving, and have a specific…
Introduction to Engineering (Entry Level) - Full-time
This qualification is for you if would like to gain core knowledge and understanding of a range of occupational roles from across the engineering and manufacturing sector.
Machining Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Machining technicians produce complex and precision machined products that are typically used inmachinery, for example, aeroplanes and vehicles. If you would like a career in this industry, this apprenticeship could be for you!
Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technicians covers 7 roles: Electrical Technicians; Mechanical Technicians; Control & Instrumentation Technicians; Wind Turbine Technicians Electrical System and Process Control Technicians; Electromechanical Technicians and Plant Operations Technicians.
Manufacturing Engineering HNC (Level 4) - Full-time
This programme is designed to educate future engineers with greater flexibility and technical capability by exploring the integrated nature of manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Manufacturing Engineering HNC (Level 4) - Part-time
This programme is designed to educate future engineers with greater flexibility and technical capability by exploring the integrated nature of manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Manufacturing Engineering HND (Level 5) - Full-time
This programme is designed to educate future engineers with greater flexibility and technical capability by exploring the integrated nature of manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Manufacturing Engineering HND (Top Up) (Level 5) - Part-time
This programme is designed to educate future engineers with greater flexibility and technical capability by exploring the integrated nature of manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Mechanical Engineering HNC (Level 4) - Full-time
Mechanical engineers are essential to the workings of our modern world, combining imagination and technology to offer innovative solutions.
Metal Fabricator - Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3)
The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out metal fabrication work using things such as rolled steel joists, columns, channels, steel plate and metal sheet etc.
MIG Welding (City & Guilds Level 2 Award) - Part-time
This course is perfect if you’ve got some welding experience and want to take things onto the next level.
T Level in Building Services Engineering for Construction (Level 3) (16-18) - Full-time
This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in areas such as electrotechnical engineering.
T Level in Design and Development for Engineering - Mechanical Engineering (Level 3) (16-18) — Full-time
This course is perfect if you would like a career in mechanical engineering. It combines workshop- and classroom-based studies with at least nine weeks if industry experience with an employer.
T Level in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control - Machining (Level 3) (16-18) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you like designing and making things and would like a career in the engineering sector. This new T Level combines workshop- and classroom-based study with at least nine weeks on industry experience with an employer.
T Level in Maintenance, Installation and Repair - Mechanical (16 – 18) (Level 3) — Full-time
If you are interested in a career in the engineering then this T Level could be for you. It combines workshop- and classroom-based study with at least nine weeks of industry based experience with an employer.
TIG Welding (City & Guilds Level 2 Award) - Part-time
This course is perfect if you already have some welding experience and would like to take it further.
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Engineering Horizon Kit - How renewable energy is the future
Learn more about how renewable energy sources are made and how to make our future greener. We teach our students to be more sustainable throughout their learning with us, as we progress into an everchanging and green-conscious industry.
This video features lecturer Abbad, introducing our horizon kits that students use to learn with.