This qualification is aimed at learners preparing for roles in aeronautical engineering, for example aeronautical engineering technician or aerospace fitter. Learners gain relevant skills and knowledge from studying a range of units, for example in aircraft workshop principles, gas turbine engines, airframe construction and first line maintenance.
You can join this course following a one year Foundation Diploma Engineering
Following successful completion of the Foundation Diploma Engineering, you can progress onto this specialised National Extended Diploma Aeronautical Engineering.
Year 1 Unit breakdown: Year 1 covers a range of subjects in mechanical and electronic engineering. The Year 1 qualification is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels. Units covered:
Unit Numbers and Titles | Assessment Method |
Unit 1 - Engineering Principles (Maths, Mechanical Principles, Electrical Principles) | External exam (January) |
Unit 2 - Delivery of Engineering Processes Safely | Internal coursework |
Unit 3 - Product Design & Manufacture | External exam (May) |
Unit 4 - Applied Commercial & Quality | Internal coursework |
Unit 10 - Computer Aided Design | Internal coursework |
Unit 19 - Electronic Devices & Circuits | Internal coursework |
Unit 9 - Work Experience & Employability | Internal coursework |
Year 2 Unit breakdown: This involves further studies of a range of subjects that cover the Aeronautical field of engineering. When you have finished Year 2 your overall qualification will be equivalent to 3 A-levels:
Unit Numbers and Titles | Assessment Method |
Unit 5 - A Specialist Engineering Project | Internal coursework |
Unit 6 - Microcontroller Systems for Engineers | External exam (May) |
Unit 7 - Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems | Internal coursework |
Unit 48 - Aircraft Flight Principles and Practice | Internal coursework |
Unit 49 - Aircraft Workshop Methods and Practice | Internal coursework |
Unit 53 - Airframe Mechanical Systems | Internal coursework |
Unit 54 - Aircraft Electrical & Instrument Systems | Internal coursework |
Unit 50 - Aircraft Gas Turbine Engines | Internal coursework |
These courses are delivered through classroom teaching, practical workshops and computer based workshops.
You will have the opportunity to complete practical workshops in our aircraft hangar and learn the principles of flight on our 737 flight simulator.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
The subject units are assessed in a variety of ways; some are assessed by assignments which may involve working in groups or independently and marked by your teachers using awarding body Criteria.
Some assignments are assessed whilst undertaking practical activities and others are written assignments.
Other modules or qualifications will be assessed using externally marked exams
Entry to the course is dependent upon successful interview and meeting the entry requirements
The possession of the Foundation Diploma in Engineering delivered at the College at an overall average of Merit or Distinction grade - together with 90%+ attendance and punctuality. Further, an excellent Solihull College internal reference from your Personal Tutor and a successful selection interview.
Essential Information: You must arrive to your lessons on time.
You will need:
Steel toe capped safety boots/shoes (Year 2)
Overalls (Year 2)
Scientific calculator
Notepad/notebook/A4 folder with paper
Suitable pen (black or blue ink)
If you have a Learning Difference or Disability please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application we can help with this too.
Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.
Greater Birmingham & Solihull Institute of Technology.
Solihull College & University Centre are the lead partner of the GBSIoT - a collaboration between colleges, universities and employers focusing on the technical skills required in the region. The College's Engineering courses are part of the GBSIoT.
Apprenticeships are available in a variety of career roles linked to Aeronautical Engineering
You could then move onto a Higher Education Courses such as a BSc Aircraft Maintenance Engineering available at the College or courses at other universities
Woodlands Campus
Sept-2025
Various
TBC
N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds
ENAEA041CCF0
Full Time
Mechanical engineers undertake research and design, direct the manufacture and manage the operation and maintenance of engines, machines, aircraft, vehicle and ships' structures, building services and other mechanical items.
