Course Details

Candidates will study the overall status of energy in Scotland, and in the UK, in general. They will explore the conventional methods of production, including their efficiency levels, various energy conversion principles, and how energy can be conserved.

They will also explore the more recent developments in energy production using renewable energy techniques and will develop practical skills in the areas of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Careers within the energy sector have been integrated with employability skills which are developed through practical activities.

The three optional Units offer different routes for candidates. They can opt for an individual investigation and evaluation of their own carbon footprint, investigate the size of the market segment taken up with conventional production techniques and their sustainability, and explore the use of the national grid as a means of transmitting electricity throughout the UK, or have an in-depth study into the formation and extraction of one type of fuel in its raw state which is particularly relevant to Scotland, ie offshore oil and gas.

Course Start Date: August 2013
Course Award: Intermediate 1
SCQF Level: 04

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If you are interested in this course please speak to your school Guidance Teacher. For further information you can contact Patricia Murray, College School Liaison Officer on 01292 293481 or at p.murray@ayrcoll.ac.uk.