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Key Details

Course Area:

Electrical

Student Type:

16 - 18 courses

Course Type:

Full-time FE course

Start Date:

Monday 1st September 2025

Duration:

1 year

Location:

Highfields Jesse Boot Avenue, Nottingham, NG7 2RU

Course code:

C050204 / Q050205

Course Introduction

This course is for those who would like to explore technology subjects within STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) including elements of Design, and English and Maths at Functional Skills or GCSE.

This course aims to get you ready for level 1 and level 2 courses here at Nottingham College and build your confidence getting ready for work. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills through:

  • A practical programme
  • Gain new knowledge and skills in the classroom and workshops
  • Enhance your English and Maths through projects
  • Tutorials, enrichment and work experience
  • Preparation for working in industries

As well as practical skills, you will have the chance to explore personal and transferrable skills with the support of our specialist team of teachers and support staff including wellbeing mentors, behavioural mentors and Learning support services.

Course Information

College Certificate

Entry Level

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Assessment methods within this program include in class knowledge assessments and practical assessments. Assessment methods have been designed to assess the knowledge, understanding and skills of learners for all units.

Students that gain either GCSE English or GCSE Maths at grade 2 or above can progress onto a Level 1 course at Nottingham College. If students pass either GCSE English and Maths with a grade 4 can jump straight to Level 2.

Students can also progress onto a Level 2 or Level 3 apprenticeship depending on their GCSE results.

If you have any questions, email the Curriculum Manager for Step into STEM, Mirveta.redzic@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Careers

Plumbers and Heating and Ventilating Installers and Repairers

Earnings

£32,820

Average Earnings

Employment

Pathways

Transportation Maintenance

People in these occupations maintain and service transport vehicles and specialised vehicle systems.

Engineering

People in these occupations use scientific principles to solve practical problems across a variety of engineering disciplines: civil, chemical, mechanical, etc.

Building and Construction

People in these occupations manage building projects, inspect structures, and carry out various construction trades: masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical installation, etc.

Skills

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Mathematics

Using mathematics to solve problems.

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.