Engineering (Mechanical, Fabrication and Welding)

We offer a wide range of engineering programmes, ranging from; Level 2 BTEC Certificate in Manufacturing Engineering and Craft Apprenticeships through to the Level 3 BTEC Diplomas in Manufacturing Engineering. Many of our students go on to University through this vocational route.

Christina's Story

Christina McColl left St Sampson’s High school with some excellent GCSE results in English, mathematics, science, graphic products and business studies. These results opened up a wide range of career options for Christina to choose from. In the end Christina decided to enrol on our 2 year full time Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering. Christina is excelling on the programme and hasn’t looked back since she decided that engineering was the professional career for her.

When asked why she chose engineering she said,

“ Whilst I was at school I did some work experience in office work, using computers . But I could see that office work was not going to be for me and I knew then, that I wanted to do something a little bit different. I had good grades predicted for my GCSE’s and I did enjoy my technology classes at school.

So after hearing about the BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in Manufacturing Engineering, at an event held at the Grammar School, I decided that this was the programme for me. I am enjoying the course and I particularly enjoy the hands on practical experience that goes along side the theory classes.”

John Semenowicz, Programme Manager for Engineering at the Guernsey College of FE, said

“Over the last couple of years we have witnessed, a small, but significant number of female school leavers with good GCSE results choosing a career path in engineering. We are delighted to see more young women showing an interest in the STEM subjects (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) and would direct them to the WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) webpage in order to see the full range of possible career options.” www.wisecampaign.org.uk

So why should young people choose engineering? Because it offers a varied, intellectually challenging career with opportunities to travel, gain professional qualifications and even run your own company.

Did you know that with the exception of accountants, there are more engineers on the boards of UK companies than any other profession? The salary is good, international respect has never been higher and there are opportunities to make a real difference to the way we live.

Engineers are inventors, designers and problem solvers. They are part of an international network of highly-skilled professionals. They are well paid and well respected.

Any young school leavers expecting to achieve good results in their maths and science or technology GCSE examinations who are interested in following our 2yr full time Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering. (a modern route to university) should  contact the course co-ordinator Robin Powell by e-mail robinp@gcfe.net

Student Experiences

Jessica's Story - here

Discover how Jon Brown made his way to university and became 'Student of the Year '- here

School Leavers, find your route to a university degree in Engineering
More than one way - A life changing career choice!

Engineering Career Choices

A new vocational route to University? Listen to BBC Radio Guernsey broadcast - click to play

School Leavers - find out what engineering is all about in the 'Joining another World'

Slideshow - Welding in action!

 


 

 

The worldskills Olympics are coming to London in 2011

Yes! there is a worldskills Olympics that takes place every two years, where young people from around the world display their skills. The skills range from welding, carpentry and joinery, art, cake decoration to childcare! The categories include:

  • Transportation and Logistics
  • Construction and Building Technology
  • Manufacturing (and Engineering) Technology
  • Information and Communication Technology
  • Social and Personal Services
  • Creative Arts and Fashion

Guernsey College Worldskills - our story

Finally, things don't always go to plan in engineering and it is desirable, but not essential, to have a good sense of humour. Why not test yourself with these Engineering jokes.

Engineering Led by: John Semenowicz - email
Robin Powell
Mark Pratt