Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Yearbury
Recommended Prior LearningAn interest in electronics and computing.
Students will learn to design, construct and programme robots using Picaxe software, as well as assembling electronic components, using motors and programming their robots to perform a variety of tasks. They will also be studying mechanics and how to combine these skills as mechatronics.
Mechatronics can lead to a wide range of career pathways including, CNC manufacturing, engineering, surgery and automation.
Level 1 Hard Materials Technology, Level 1 Technology Mechatronics
Career PathwaysAircraft Maintenance Engineer, Product Assembler, Electronics Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Electronics Trades Worker, Electrician