Level 2 - Technical Certificate in Land-Based Engineering
| Subject Area: | Course code: | Course Type: |
| Agriculture | AG227A01/26/1 | Further Education |
- Level 2 - Technical Certificate in Land-Based Engineering
- Course Information
- Overview
- Dates & Fees
- Materials Required
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Course Information
This one-year course provides the practical skills and knowledge required to gain employment in the land based engineering industry. Learners develop a range of technical skills and industry experience through classroom learning and an industry relevant work placement.
Classroom sessions cover key principles such as health and safety, machine operation and system management, alongside workshop based learning using a wide range of tools and equipment. Learners have significant opportunities to practise essential engineering skills in land based workshops.
Employment prospects for qualified young people with the right attitude are strong, as the industry is currently experiencing a skills shortage. This course supports progression into servicing and maintaining agricultural machinery, which is needed in the industry. The course is designed to produce students who can operate and maintain machinery to a high standard.
Overview
Qualification
- Level 2 Land-Based Engineering
Course Content
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• Health and Safety for land-based Industries
• Land-based engineering workshop practices
• Transmission and driveline operation principles
• Engine operation principles
• Fabrication, cutting and joining
• Land-based vehicle electrics
• Hydraulic systems
• Land-based vehicle and machinery operation
• Working in the land-based engineering industry
• English and Maths
Entry Requirements
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• 4 GCSEs at grade 3/D or above, including English and maths
• We will consider progression from the successful completion of a Level 1 Diploma in a relevant vocational subject at Merit and working towards Level 1 Functional Skills.
• Some farming or land based engineering experience is essential before starting the course, along with the ability to manage written work. A work placement of up to 227 hours must be completed during the year. Attitude to learning is also considered.
Next Steps
- Learners may progress to a Level 3 course in Agriculture, Level 2 Agriculture, an apprenticeship or employment.
Career Opportunities
- Agricultural machinery technician, land based service engineer or progression to further training as a land based mechanic. Employment prospects are strong due to ongoing skills shortages within the industry.
Dates & Fees
Dates & Times| Start date: | End date: | Start time: | End time: |
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| 07-Sep-2026 | 18-Jun-2027 | 9.00 a.m. | 4.00 p.m. |
| Mode of attendance |
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| Full Time |
| Day of the week | Number of sessions |
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| Various | 105 |
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There are no course fees for eligible students aged 16-18. Students aged 19-25 may also be eligible for government funding or a student loan depending on their circumstances. |
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Assessment fees for some additional qualifications - usually between £70 and £150 per qualification for certificates of competence such as Tractor Driving. For some additional qualifications a contribution towards the cost of training may also be required. Uniform - Kingston Maurward polo shirt. Other optional uniform includes a KMC gilet, jumper and waterproof coat. A range of trips are planned throughout the year. |
Materials Required
Basic stationery: calculator, pens, paper and lever arch files.
All our learners are expected to wear a KMC-branded polo shirt and clothing that is suitable suitable for the environment, weather and time of year for all theory/practical/outdoor/workshop tasks.
Protective navy blue overalls, steel toe-capped work boots and a hi-viz yellow tabard are mandatory for all practical activities across the college estate.
Access to IT equipment at home and at college.
Tetanus vaccination is recommended.