The demand for skills both locally and nationally has reached unprecedented levels in industries such as engineering, construction, and digital sectors.
The engineering department at East Riding College is dedicated to providing high-quality education and training for all students.
With a diverse range of programs led by industry experts, students gain valuable knowledge and expertise. The curriculum is continuously updated in collaboration with industry leaders to meet evolving demands, ensuring a seamless transition from education to the workforce.
Graduates leave equipped with the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for successful careers in engineering.
East Riding College’s Institute of Technology (IoT) is at the forefront of addressing this surge in demand. Thanks to recent collaborative funding initiatives, the institute has refurbished its facilities to provide students with a cutting-edge learning environment. This includes a modern engineering workshop featuring CNC machinery, advanced CAD suites and modern laboratory facilities.
The equipment at the IoT ensures that students have access to the most up-to-date machinery, digital practices, and teaching methods. This comprehensive approach is designed to enhance employment opportunities for graduates.
Additionally, the institute now offers a range of new higher-level courses specifically selected to meet the growing skills demand, maximize potential, and drive success in these critical industries.
Here we have a look at some of the courses on offer -
Engineering Manufacturing Technician
The Engineering Manufacturing Technician course at East Riding College aims to provide specialist technical support for engineers. The program helps organisations develop, produce, or test new and existing products, processes, or procedures to meet customer specifications in terms of quality, cost, and delivery efficiently and effectively.
Technicians gather and analyse information from various sources, make decisions, solve problems, and produce or update technical documentation.
Engineering Design and Draughtsperson - HNC / HTQ Mechanical
The course focuses on training students to produce designs and drawings for various structures, piping, electrical systems, control and instrumentation systems, and mechanical components used in industrial and commercial construction.
Jobholders typically work in critical industries such as power and water infrastructure, petrochemical, oil and gas, nuclear, and food and drink processing.
The role involves working in office locations within project design teams and occasionally at on-site locations, requiring an understanding of on-site hazards and health and safety requirements. Graduates can progress to a Level 5 HTQ / HND in Engineering.
HNC Manufacturing Engineering for England (HTQ)
The HNC Manufacturing Engineering course at East Riding College is aligned with the occupational standard for Engineering Manufacturing Technicians and approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE).
This Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) aims to equip students with the skills needed for technical and managerial roles within their chosen engineering field, while also providing a pathway to further education, such as a degree in engineering.
HNC Construction Management for England (Construction Design and Build Technician) (HTQ)
The HNC in Construction Management equips individuals to become competent, self-reflective professionals capable of handling various roles in the evolving construction industry.
This program suits those aspiring to be design coordinators, construction site supervisors, design technicians, site managers, or project managers.
