Course duration

One year programme

Overview

This programme gives you the opportunity to build on your knowledge in preparation for a career as an aircraft mechanic. The BTEC National Certificate also enables you to progress towards the BTEC Higher Diploma, or towards EASA part 66 “aircraft maintenance license”.

Entry requirements for this course

• Five recent GCSEs at grade 'C' or above – including Mathematics and Physics or;
• High school certificate (or equivalent qualifications) or;
• A First Diploma in Engineering
• You should be a minimum of 16 years old

Note: Candidates with grades below those stated above will be offered the BTEC First Diploma programme, subject to the relevant requirements.

What you will be studying

• Mathematics for Technicians
• Mechanical Principles and Applications
• Theory of Flight
• Electrical and Electronics Principles
• Communications for Technicians
• Aircraft Workshop Principles and Practices
• Aerospace Electronic Devices and Circuits
• Further Mathematics for Technicians
• Principles and Applications of Aircraft Mechanical Sciences
• Business Systems for Technicians
• Aircraft Hydraulic Systems
• Principles and Applications of Aircraft Physical Science
• Human Factors in Aerospace Engineering
• Metallic Aircraft Materials, Structures and Repair
• Aircraft Maintenance Practices
• Aircraft Gas Turbine Engines
• Engineering Project

Completion of the total required number of units will entitle you to a BTEC National Certificate. The above combination of units may, however, be subject to change.