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Course Reviews
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- Practical Course
- Cardiff University
- Robbie, November 2006
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- Course content *****
- This was a very practical course. There were a lot of visits to the workshop during the first year and this helped me understand the principles of Industrial Machines such as the Lathe. From the second year, there were several industrial visits. My most memorable was the visit to British Steel Plant (by then already known as Corus, I think!) at Port Talbot. There was also emphasis on the business context of engineering. Law and Accountancy were also thrown in. This has helped me a great deal in my current job. Not only am I competent to handle the engineering aspects of my job, I also help the commercial department in adjudicating tenders in regard to cost and legal implications. The Mechanical Engineering Department was constantly ranked in the top five when I was there and thus there were a lot of employment opportunities in Engineering for those that chose to pursue Engineering as their profession. My department was only two minutes walk from my Student Accommodation. And the City Centre was a stone throw away from my Department. Cardiff is a lively and elegant cosmopolitan. It has the excitement of a vibrant city and tranquility of the nearby cost and countryside. The Millennium Stadium is right in the city centre for all sports fans. The Welsh are some of the most passionate supporters anywhere in the world especially when International Rugby is being played!
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- Worth a look
- Loughborough University
- paul, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Just completed this course. Was impressed by the quality of facilities and teaching. Lots of options for jobs too. Recommended.
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- Worth a look
- Loughborough University
- paul, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Just finished this course. Good teaching and facilities, and lots of job offers (though that could be down to me not the course of course!). Reccomended
- Student facilities *****
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- Applied Science
- The Manchester College
- Claire, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- As part of my course we had a lot of coursework to handle but it has been worth it because the teaching at this college is great and understanding the work has been very easy because the teaching methods were fantastic. So far i have had the exam and now am waiting for the reults. It was based on biology and physics.
- Student facilities *****
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- Science
- The Manchester College
- Claire, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- I started this course, after a Gap year after high school. I thought that being a year older I would not fit in to my tutor group. But on the day of enrolement within 20 mins I was laughing my head off. This is a wicked place, and if in doubt, i think you sjould spend a day, you'll see that this is a good place to learn and have fun. Big up MANCAT!
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- Great all round experience
- University Of Leicester
- Andrew, March 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Engineering at Leicester has been a really worthwhile experience so far. I came expecting to learn all the boring engineery stuff - and I have, but I've go so much more out of it. Most of all, I used to hate public speaking and writing. Leicester University has given me so many options to improve my skills, and now when I go to an interview, I look forward to giving a presentation 'cos I know I can do it. Easy marks. The top jobs don't care what university you're from. They have such a detailed application process so being able to give a good presentation or write a 250 word description of your proudest achievement is much more important. Leicester has given me a very enjoyable experience and put me in a position to go as high as anybody from any other university.
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- Brilliant fun and Informative
- Electrical Maintenance Skills - Industrial Certificate of Competence
- Technical Training Solutions
- David, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content ****
- This is electrical maintenance taught with lots of enthousasam and passion. The tutors are all from industry with tons of experience. They explain what the course objectives are, and guide you through the technical stuff with the help of practical exercises and brilliant course notes.
- Student facilities ****
- Each student had a wide range of industrial equipment to use, which made the course real fun. I never thought I woud be wiring up three phase motors and starters in different configuration within a few days, but the instructor was great. The emphersis was on safe working practices, and the equipment used for the training gave us all confidence. The classrooms were light and had plenty of space, and the lunches that were provided were really good too.
- Social life ****
- There were seven other students on the course, all with different working backgrounds, and this added to the course experience. We were all able to give examples of our own work practices and problems during the course.
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- stained glass
- Design and Craft - Stained Glass Certificate C&G 7822
- Merton Adult Education
- sarah, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- very good and fulfiling course that was very well taught.
- Student facilities *****
- wellresourced
- Social life *****
- not as good as some of the other courses but the people were ok really.
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- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Installation Theory Part 1 Year 2 C&G 2330
- Stockton Riverside College
- Sam, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- I enjoy the course very much. I think it is tought at a reasonable pace and there is always time for a re-cap. I like the practical side of things and the teachers explain things very well. We get the work that needs to be done and we carry it out in a safe and fashionable manner.
- Student facilities *****
- Its very modern. This is the first yr in the new building and we are * test driving it *. the facilities are excellent and its very clean. there is enough booths for everyone in the class to have there own. there is enough materials to go around for everyone and there is a tool box for everyone in the class. We tidy the work shop after every lesson to keep it nice for the other students.
- Social life *****
- Most of the other students are excellent. There is always a good atmosphere in the classroom and workshop. The teachers are always up for a laugh with us and they always take parts in events that the class organises like football and party's. Its very good and i enjoy every minute of it.
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- Distance learning is great
- Electrical Engineering BTEC HNC
- South Tyneside College
- mary, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- The course is spaced over 3 years. Split into 3 six month spells at sea, and 3 six month spells at college. The course is challenging but interesting and fun. Just about all entrants are beginners, knowing nothing about engineering at all. The teachers are usually ex-seamen themsleves and are brimming with experience and enthusiasm. The course is made up of various subjects. Maintenance, science, electrics, welding, mathematics.
- Student facilities *****
- Modern classroom facilities. You stay on a campus which has bunkbed rooms and shower blocks. The college has an engineering department with amazing facilities (engines, workshops etc). Other shared facilities include a library and large I.T Department.
- Social life *****
- You feel a great sense of satisfaction each day. You're constantly learning new things. You are treat and taught with great enthusiasm. The teachers are hand picked to offer the highest level of training. This is made possible as the company who sponsors you pays for your teaching. You pay NO course fees.
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- Engineering at sea
- Electrical Engineering BTEC HNC
- South Tyneside College
- david, June 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- The course is spaced over 3 years. Split into 3 six month spells at sea, and 3 six month spells at college. The course is challenging but interesting and fun. Just about all entrants are beginners, knowing nothing about engineering at all. The teachers are usually ex-seamen themsleves and are brimming with experience and enthusiasm. The course is made up of various subjects. Maintenance, science, electrics, welding, mathematics.
- Student facilities *****
- Modern classroom facilities. You stay on a campus which has bunkbed rooms and shower blocks. The college has an engineering department with amazing facilities (engines, workshops etc). Other shared facilities include a library and large I.T Department.
- Social life *****
- You feel a great sense of satisfaction each day. You're constantly learning new things. You are treat and taught with great enthusiasm. The teachers are hand picked to offer the highest level of training. This is made possible as the company who sponsors you pays for your teaching. You pay NO course fees.
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- perfect
- Kingston University
- andy, July 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- A really interesting subejct. A well structured course with excellent and enthusiastic lecturers makes this course fun to study.
- Student facilities *****
- State of the art facilities ensures that we can complete our course successfully. Very extensive and modern facilities. Perfect!
- Social life *****
- Great mix of students. Lots of societies. Infact theres too much to do here! This place has a great atmosphere. I love coming here
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- Great
- Impact Training
- lydia, July 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- good course. Very interesting and well taught
- Student facilities *****
- Great facilities. I have everything i need
- Social life *****
- Friendly, we all go out after and we all get on very well
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- Really Cool
- Data Communications Cable Installation and Testing Level 2 C&G 3666
- City College Plymouth
- Wesley, July 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- It tought me everything I wanted to know.
- Student facilities *****
- The classroom is spectacular and all the material was in good condition
- Social life *****
- Class was a very wonderful social experience
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- Terrific
- University Of Surrey
- Shazia, August 2007
- Overall rating
- Course content *****
- Excellent tuition and great course. Challenging.
- Student facilities *****
- The resources are everything you could hope for, including plenty of IT facilities.
- Social life *****
- Most of the students are very nice and friendly, and there are plenty of places in which to socialise.
- Inspection, Testing and Certification of Electrical Installations CG 2391 Certificate Bury College, Bury
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About this course: This course is designed for personnel in electrical contracting companies who have responsibility for the quality of the inspection, testing and certification process. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Vehicle Body Repair and Paint Technical Certificate Bolton College, Bolton
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About this course: This course involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of body and paint including the following welding processes, application of body filler, vehicle preparation, application of corrosion protective primers, application of metallic and pearls, painted graphics, mechanical component location and painted engineer. Read more
Fees: £412; £115 for materials
Qualification: Course Certificate
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Fabrication Level 3 CG 2800-02 Technical Certificate Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne
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About this course: This course deals with practical fabrication of sheet metal and welding techniques and processes, development drawing and workshop communication. Read more
Fees: £600
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Management of Electrical Equipment Maintenance CG 2377-11 Certificate Bury College, Bury
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About this course: This course is suitable for participants whose professional duties require them to be responsible for managing the inspection and testing of portable electrical appliances and be competent to carry out. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - Auto-electrical Certificate (IMI Awards Ltd) The Manchester College, Manchester
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About this course: This course covers the technical needs for todays motor vehicle repair industry, including the interpretation of data from system symptoms and diagnosis of non-complex faults. Read more
Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Professional Qualifications
Awarding body: IMI Awards Ltd
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Fabrication Engineering Level 3 CG 2800 Certificate Hopwood Hall College, Manchester
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About this course: This course covers a variety of engineering disciplines, practical and theory. Read more
Fees: £800; £100 concession fee
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- IEE 17th Edition Wiring Regulations Requirements for Electrical Installation Update CG 2382 Hopwood Hall College, Rochdale
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About this course: This course covers the following topics: outline of the general characteristics, purposes supplies and structures, nature of supply, external influences, compatibility and maintainability, conventional circuit arrangements, max demand, cable selection, correct sizing conduit and trunking, protection against shock, SELV and PELV, direct and indirect contact, EEBADS, sizing protective conductors, over current protection, isolation and switching, selection and erection of equipment. Read more
Fees: £150
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Vehicle Body and Paint Operations - Body Repair Certificate (IMI Awards Ltd) The Manchester College, Manchester
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About this course: This course covers technical needs for todays motor vehicle repair industry, including basic body repair techniques and procedures. Read more
Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Professional Qualifications
Awarding body: IMI Awards Ltd
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Electrical Maintenance Basic Unit Certificate (EAL) Alliance Learning, Lancashire
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Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: EMTA Awards Ltd
- Mechanical Engineering Level 3 CG 2800 Certificate Hopwood Hall College, Manchester
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About this course: This course covers a variety of engineering disciplines, practical and theory. Read more
Fees: £800; £100 concession fee
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Mechanical Engineering Intermediate Technical Certificate Stockport College, Stockport
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About this course: This course covers units such as engineering environment awareness, engineering techniques and engineering principles. Read more
Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Course Certificate
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technical Award Bolton College, Bolton
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About this course: This course covers the technical needs for today's motor vehicle repair industry, including the diagnosis of non-complex system faults. Read more
Fees: £1,553; £115 for materials
Qualification: Course Certificate
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering BTEC National Certificate Oldham College, Oldham
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Fees: £1,600
Qualification: National/First Certificate/Diploma
Awarding body: Edexcel Ltd
- Vehicle Body and Paint Technical Diploma Bolton College, Bolton
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About this course: This course involves students studying both the theory and practical aspects of body and paint including the following welding processes, application of body filler, vehicle preparation, application of corrosion protective primers, application of metallic and pearls, painted graphics, mechanical component location and painted engineer. Read more
Fees: £1,374; £115 for materials
Qualification: Course Certificate
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair - Light Vehicles Diploma (IMI Awards Ltd) The Manchester College, Manchester
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About this course: This course covers the technical needs for todays motor vehicle repair industry, including the diagnosis of complex system faults and advanced systems operation. Read more
Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Professional Qualifications
Awarding body: IMI Awards Ltd
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Motor Vehicle Certificate (ABC) Bolton College, Bolton
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Fees: £896; £100 for materials
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: ABC Awards
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment CG 2377-12 Certificate Bury College, Bury
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About this course: This course is suitable for those electricians who wish to carry out formal testing of portable electrical appliances and is applicable to all who have responsibility for portable appliance maintenance. Read more
Fees: Unavailable
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: City & Guilds
- Electrical Maintenance Basic Unit Certificate (EAL) Alliance Learning, Bolton
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Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Other Awarding Body
Awarding body: EMTA Awards Ltd
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technical Certificate Bolton College, Bolton
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Fees: £412; £115 for materials
Qualification: Course Certificate
Timetable: 12 hours per week
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Intermediate Technical Certificate Stockport College, Stockport
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About this course: This course covers units such as engineering environment awareness, engineering techniques and engineering principles. Read more
Fees: To be confirmed
Qualification: Course Certificate