The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering develops foundational knowledge across engineering principles, design technology, electricity, mechanics, statistics and mathematics, preparing le...
This regulated OTHM qualification provides a broad engineering foundation through six mandatory units and coursework-based assessment, supporting progression to employment or further study.
Ofqual regulated Level 3 qualification
6 mandatory units
60 credits in total
600 hours Total Qualification Time
240 Guided Learning Hours
Internally assessed and externally verified
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Engineering has been developed to allow learners to gain understanding and knowledge across a range of engineering practices. It provides a broad introduction to key technical areas and supports the development of essential engineering knowledge.
Regulated by Ofqual
Equivalent in academic terms to GCE AS/A Levels
Covers six mandatory engineering-related units
Supports both employment and further learning
Delivered by OTHM centres using suitable delivery modes
Designed as a foundation for future progression
Learners build knowledge and practical understanding across the qualification’s core engineering subjects and develop the mathematical and analytical skills needed for engineering study and progression.
Understand applications of SI units and measurement in engineering
Develop knowledge of engineering products, design activity and sustainability
Apply AC and DC circuit theory to basic circuit design
Investigate motion, forces, energy transfer and elasticity
Understand statistical concepts, data types, diagrams and measures
Use algebra, geometry, graphs, exponentials, logarithms and trigonometry in engineering contexts
This qualification is suitable for learners seeking a foundation in engineering knowledge and skills before progressing to further study or entering engineering-related employment.
Learners interested in starting an engineering pathway
Students preparing for further engineering study
Individuals seeking broad introductory engineering knowledge
Learners aiming for academic progression to Level 4 diplomas
People wanting to strengthen maths and technical understanding for engineering
Learners aged 16 and above
OTHM does not specify formal entry requirements for this qualification. Centres must ensure learners have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment.
OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16
Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language competency
All units are assessed by coursework. Assessment is internally carried out by the centre and externally verified by OTHM against the learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
Assessment method is coursework
All units are internally assessed by the centre
OTHM externally verifies assessment decisions
Learners must achieve all learning outcomes and assessment criteria for a pass
Successful completion of this qualification provides learners with opportunities for workplace and academic progression. OTHM states that learners can progress to a wide range of OTHM Level 4 diplomas.
Workplace progression in engineering-related settings
Academic progression to OTHM Level 4 diplomas
Progression to further technical and vocational study
Foundation for longer-term university progression routes through further qualifications
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