Engineering and Technology Level 1 Certificate Full-Time
Course Overview
Engineering and Technology Level 1 Certificate Full-Time
This practical Level 1 Engineering and Technology course is ideal for those who enjoy learning by doing and want to explore a future in engineering.
You will develop essential workshop and employability skills while gaining hands-on experience in general engineering, electrical installation and motorcycle maintenance. Activities include using engineering tools safely, assembling basic electrical circuits and carrying out routine motorcycle checks on brakes, tyres, fluid levels and lighting systems.
You will learn in specialist workshops using appropriate tools, equipment, electrical components and motorcycle training resources. The course provides an excellent foundation for progressing to a Level 2 Engineering qualification, an apprenticeship or further vocational study.
What you will learn
Introduction to engineering
Health and safety
Basic Maths and Science
Electrical engineering
Electrical installation
Motor vehicle and motorcycle maintenance
Located at: STEM Centre
Course Start: September 2027
Course length: 1 Years
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: PENGETC1
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
Other funding information
Course Content
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.
Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
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The course information on this page was last updated 07 October 2026.
