Level 2 Technical Certificate in Land-based Machinery
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Course Code | LP00258 |
Location | Llysfasi |
Duration | Full Time, This is a 1 year full time course. |
Department | Agricultural Engineering |
Start Date | 01 Sep 2026 |
End Date | 31 Jul 2027 |
Course Overview
Land-based Engineering: Power Your Future!
Are you ready to kickstart your career in the dynamic land-based engineering industry? This qualification is designed to give you all the essential skills, knowledge, and understanding you need to succeed. You'll gain hands-on experience with everything from engines to machinery operation, all within our cutting-edge workshop.
What You'll Learn
This course is packed with practical learning that will prepare you for a rewarding career. You'll explore a wide range of exciting areas, including:
● Engines: Discover how to test and repair engines, transmissions, electrical, and hydraulic systems, even getting to grips with a dynamometer. You'll also learn about mechanical power transmission systems and clutches.
● Health and Safety: Master essential health and safety practices for the industry.
● Service Engineering: Develop your expertise in maintaining and repairing land-based machinery.
● Fabrication and Joining: Learn vital fabrication, cutting, and joining techniques.
● Machinery Operation: Get hands-on with operating cultivation, application, and harvesting machinery.
You'll also have fantastic opportunities to gain additional, highly sought-after certifications. You could undertake external assessments for certificates of competence in Tractor Driving, Telescopic Handler, Welding, ATV, Fork Lift Truck, and Abrasive Wheels.
Where You'll Study
Your learning journey will take place at our beautiful Llysfasi campus, in our specially designed, modern Engineering Workshop. Llysfasi is nestled in the picturesque North East Wales, near Ruthin.
Our Facilities
Prepare to be impressed!
You'll have full access to our state-of-the-art Engineering Workshop, equipped with up-to-date diagnostic tools and modern machinery. Plus, our 970-acre commercial farm, with its dairy, beef, sheep enterprises, and forage crop production, provides an incredible real-world learning environment right on your doorstep.
Why Choose Engineering at Llysfasi?
Choosing Llysfasi means choosing success! Here's why this course is perfect for you:
● Industry Connections: Benefit from our strong working relationships with leading industry specialists.
● In-Demand Skills: Develop practical skills in machinery operating and machine technology that employers are actively looking for.
● Additional Qualifications: Gain valuable extra qualifications like Tractor Driving, Telehandler, and ATV licences, boosting your CV.
● Real-World Experience: Hands-on practical work and industrial placements are a key part of this course, directly contributing to your future employment opportunities.
● Enriching Experiences: We have extensive links with other agricultural engineering businesses, and you'll benefit from integrated external visits and guest speakers.
Ready to get started?
Apply now and begin your journey to a brighter future in land-based engineering!
Are you ready to kickstart your career in the dynamic land-based engineering industry? This qualification is designed to give you all the essential skills, knowledge, and understanding you need to succeed. You'll gain hands-on experience with everything from engines to machinery operation, all within our cutting-edge workshop.
What You'll Learn
This course is packed with practical learning that will prepare you for a rewarding career. You'll explore a wide range of exciting areas, including:
● Engines: Discover how to test and repair engines, transmissions, electrical, and hydraulic systems, even getting to grips with a dynamometer. You'll also learn about mechanical power transmission systems and clutches.
● Health and Safety: Master essential health and safety practices for the industry.
● Service Engineering: Develop your expertise in maintaining and repairing land-based machinery.
● Fabrication and Joining: Learn vital fabrication, cutting, and joining techniques.
● Machinery Operation: Get hands-on with operating cultivation, application, and harvesting machinery.
You'll also have fantastic opportunities to gain additional, highly sought-after certifications. You could undertake external assessments for certificates of competence in Tractor Driving, Telescopic Handler, Welding, ATV, Fork Lift Truck, and Abrasive Wheels.
Where You'll Study
Your learning journey will take place at our beautiful Llysfasi campus, in our specially designed, modern Engineering Workshop. Llysfasi is nestled in the picturesque North East Wales, near Ruthin.
Our Facilities
Prepare to be impressed!
You'll have full access to our state-of-the-art Engineering Workshop, equipped with up-to-date diagnostic tools and modern machinery. Plus, our 970-acre commercial farm, with its dairy, beef, sheep enterprises, and forage crop production, provides an incredible real-world learning environment right on your doorstep.
Why Choose Engineering at Llysfasi?
Choosing Llysfasi means choosing success! Here's why this course is perfect for you:
● Industry Connections: Benefit from our strong working relationships with leading industry specialists.
● In-Demand Skills: Develop practical skills in machinery operating and machine technology that employers are actively looking for.
● Additional Qualifications: Gain valuable extra qualifications like Tractor Driving, Telehandler, and ATV licences, boosting your CV.
● Real-World Experience: Hands-on practical work and industrial placements are a key part of this course, directly contributing to your future employment opportunities.
● Enriching Experiences: We have extensive links with other agricultural engineering businesses, and you'll benefit from integrated external visits and guest speakers.
Ready to get started?
Apply now and begin your journey to a brighter future in land-based engineering!
4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or above including Maths and English Language/Welsh (1st Language)
OR Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 programme which must include achievement of numeracy and literacy.
At Coleg Cambria we would encourage you to do the very best that you can in your exams. The better your grades the more options you will have, and may result in you gaining entry onto a higher level course.
OR Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 programme which must include achievement of numeracy and literacy.
At Coleg Cambria we would encourage you to do the very best that you can in your exams. The better your grades the more options you will have, and may result in you gaining entry onto a higher level course.
To gain this qualification, you will successfully complete the following assessments:
● An externally set, externally marked health and safety test.
● An externally set, externally marked exam, sat under examination conditions.
● An externally set, internally marked, externally moderated assignment
● An externally set, externally marked health and safety test.
● An externally set, externally marked exam, sat under examination conditions.
● An externally set, internally marked, externally moderated assignment
Upon successful completion, you’ll open doors to exciting progression routes:
● Further Study: Advance your expertise with a Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agricultural Engineering or a Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Precision Agriculture – Mechanisation Route.
● Apprenticeships: Explore apprenticeships and traineeships available within the industry, allowing you to work while continuing to study.
● Further Study: Advance your expertise with a Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agricultural Engineering or a Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Precision Agriculture – Mechanisation Route.
● Apprenticeships: Explore apprenticeships and traineeships available within the industry, allowing you to work while continuing to study.
Some courses may require kit/uniform to be purchased. Please see attached kit list for further information.
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