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The Course
This course meets the needs of students wishing to follow a career working with machinery and equipment in the countryside land-based sectors. Many rural companies operate large high-specification equipment within the sector, whether it is horticultural, landscape or agricultural. Skilled operators and technicians for the sophisticated specialised equipment used in the industry are always in demand.
What You Study
- Health, safety and welfare
- Land-based vehicle engine technology service and repair
- Engines and components
- Service and repair hydraulic systems and components on land-based equipment
- Inspecting and testing land-based machinery and equipment
- Mechanical power transmission systems
- Repair processes and materials technology
- Working with ground care equipment
- Work experience and employability skills
- English and Maths, as required.
Duration
Two years full-time, normally in College three days a week.
Progression
Students may go on to study a related Agriculture degree at the College.
What could it lead to?
Work in machinery operation, servicing, product demonstration, machinery sales and equipment hire.
How To Apply
Application is through our online application form, by calling 0800 731 82 81 or by the Common Application Process (CAP).
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Entry Requirements
Five GCSEs at grade C or 4, including English and Maths. One satisfactory reference is also needed.
Ashley Dodds
City and Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Land-Based Technology
Ashley is travelling the world as a vehicle mechanic in the army after completing his two-year Engineering course.
He is confident his time at Bishop Burton College has prepared him for this exciting opportunity.
“We have covered a really wide variety of things,” said Ashley. “The tutors are always really helpful when you need them.
“I will now be joining the army as a vehicle mechanic and going around the world. The travelling, the fact I will be able to gain more
qualifications and get to make new friends all appeal to me.
“I have learned a lot at the College that will help me as I will be staying in the industry. There will be a lot of skills that I will be able to transfer over.
“I’ve really enjoyed my time at Bishop Burton.”