Qualification details for OCR Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering - National Database of Accredited Qualifications

OCR Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering

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Qualification summary

The aims of this specification are to enable candidates to:
• study the theory of mathematics and then apply this theory in a variety of engineering contexts;
• develop their understanding of mathematics mathematical processes and the application of mathematics in a way that promotes confidence and fosters enjoyment;
• develop abilities to reason logically and recognise incorrect reasoning, to generalise and to construct mathematical proofs;
• extend their range of mathematical skills and techniques and use them in more difficult, unstructured engineering problems;
• develop an understanding of coherence and progression in mathematics and of how different areas of mathematics can be connected to solve engineering problems;
• recognise how a situation may be represented mathematically and understand the relationship between ‘real world’ engineering problems and mathematical models and how these can be refined and improved;
• use mathematics as an effective means of communication within an engineering context;
• read and comprehend mathematical arguments and articles concerning applications of mathematics in an engineering context;
• acquire the skills needed to use technology such as calculators and computers effectively, recognise when such use may be inappropriate and be aware of limitations;
• develop an awareness of the relevance of mathematics to the field of engineering, to the world of work and to society in general;
• take increasing responsibility for their own learning and the evaluation of their own mathematical development.

Qualification details

Qualification reference number

500/4136/8

Awarding body

OCR - Oxford, Cambridge & RSA Exams

Qualification level

Qualification type

OG - Other General Qualification

Qualification dates

Accreditation start date:

01/07/2008

Operational start date in centres:

01/09/2008

Accreditation end date:

31/08/2013

Certification end date:

31/08/2016

Qualification offered in and the approved age ranges

For information on the approval of qualifications for funding in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, see the links to DCSF, DIUS, DCELLS, DELNI and DENI below.

When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of legal requirements. Not all qualifications are suitable for all age ranges.

DCSF/DIUS

For further information on 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DCSF Section 96 website.

For further information on 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DIUS Section 97 website.

DCELLS

For further information on Wales, visit the DCELLS website.

DELNI/DENI

For further information on Northern Ireland, visit the DELNI and DENI websites.

Languages Offered In

English

Progression

This specification has been designed to develop the knowledge and understanding required to enable progression to qualifications along the vertical and horizontal planes in the National Qualifications Framework.
For example a candidate achieving a Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering may:
• undertake additional Level 3 qualifications part-time or full-time in further education, eg OCR Level 3 Principal Learning in Engineering, Diploma in Engineering, Diploma in Manufacturing, Diploma in Construction and the built environment.

In addition to the horizontal progression outlined above, the qualification also enables vertical progression. Candidates will be able to access degrees and other qualifications in further and higher education. Additionally this will enable candidates to progress into employment, ie into engineering at technician level.