OTHM
    Level 3
    QN: 603/7030/0
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    OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OTHM. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 240 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    OTHM
    Syllabus Units
    6 Units
    Guided Hours
    240 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Design Technology

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering products and design.2.
    • Understand how to apply a systems approach to electrical design.
    • Be able to produce 2D CAD drawings.
    2

    Electricity

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the functions of basic electrical components within circuits.
    • Be able to apply AC and DC circuit theory to circuit design.
    • Understand power supplies and power system protection.
    3

    Engineering Principles

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand applications of SI units and measurement.
    • Know how to perform engineering calculations.3.
    • Know how to interpret engineering information.
    4

    Introducing Statistics

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the underpinning concepts relating to the analysis of statistics.2.
    • Understand a range of data types and their representation.3.
    • Be able to calculate and interpret statistical diagrams and measures.
    5

    Mathematics

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the application of algebra relevant to engineering problems.2.
    • Be able to use geometry and graphs in the context of engineering problems.
    • Understand exponentials, logarithms and trigonometry related to engineering problems.
    6

    Mechanics

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the motion of objects in mathematical terms.2.
    • Understand energy changes in a system.3.
    • Understand energy transfer, forces and elasticity.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/7030/0
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    OTHM
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jan 2021
    Operational End
    Jan 2031