Counselling meets technology at Preston College
When the pandemic put a stop to face-to-face counselling sessions the industry had to rely on technology to deliver vital services.
Inspiring industry expert staff as well as students
The potential for the IoT to forge rewarding careers is inspiring not just students, but staff too.
IoT 3D Scanners
A 3D scanner that can produce digital plans accurate to less than 1/100 mm is bringing learning to life at the IoT’s Preston College site.
Ermal, Level 4 Engineering HNC
“The software we use is industry-leading.” Mechanical engineering student Ermal Sadiku enjoys the flexibility of his IoT course – and the real-world applications of his learning. Ermal, who is studying a Level 4 HNC course at Nelson and Colne College, has the chance to use industry-leading computer-aided design (CAD) software as part of his work […]
Ahmed, Mechanical Engineering HNC
“The experienced tutors are inspirational.”
Danny Braithwaite, Principal at Lancaster & Morecambe College
Danny Braithwaite, Principal at Lancaster and Morecambe College, explained: “We co-created the course to give staff seeking a promotion the opportunity to gain a Level 4 qualification.
Maxwell, Construction Management
Aspiring surveyor Maxwell Jones is set to embark on a HNC in Construction Management for England at Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology thanks to his experiences of studying the subject at T Level.
Cameron, Engineering
Engineering student Cameron Hughes was so inspired by the 3D printers at the IoT’s Preston College site that he bought his own to use at home.
Peter, Level 3 Mechanical Engineering HND
Peter Bodor, HND Mechanical Engineering, Level 3, says: “The IoT course has taught us what to expect in the workplace.”
John, Engineering Programme Lead
John, who has worked in industry as a design engineer for many decades, said “sadly engineering is still male dominated – and that needs to change”.