English for Engineering

Age 18+
About the course

Course Description

ETC's English for Engineering course develops the specialist communication skills needed to work confidently across engineering disciplines. Designed for professionals and trainees in civil, mechanical, electrical and related engineering fields, the course focuses on the technical English required to explain processes, describe systems, analyse problems and communicate with colleagues, customers and project teams.

Using a communicative, task based approach, students participate in discussions, group exercises, role plays and technical presentations. The course introduces essential engineering vocabulary and structures while building accuracy and clarity in speaking, reading, writing and listening.

Learners work with realistic engineering scenarios such as describing technical functions, interpreting faults, working with drawings, discussing design phases and following procedures. Small class sizes and a modern learning environment ensure fast progress and practical skill development.
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Course Intensities

English for Engineering

Entry Requirements

Minimum Age and Level
18+ years old. Intermediate (CEFR B1) unless otherwise arranged.
English for Engineering

Course Duration

8 to 12 weeks
Flexible start dates and course lengths are available depending on learner needs.
English for Engineering

Course Structure

30 lessons per week
20 lessons of General English plus 10 lessons of English for Engineering per week.
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Course Structure

Typical Course Content

Technology in Use
Describing technical functions and applications
Explaining how technology works
Highlighting technical advantages
Simplifying and illustrating explanations
Materials Technology
Describing and categorising materials
Specifying properties
Discussing quality issues
Components and Assemblies
Describing shapes and features
Manufacturing techniques
Jointing and fixing methods
Describing assembled positions
Engineering Design
Working with drawings
Dimensions and precision
Design phases and procedures
Solving design problems
Breaking Point
Types of technical problems
Assessing and interpreting faults
Describing causes
Repairs and maintenance
Technical Development
Technical requirements
Suggesting ideas and improvements
Assessing feasibility
Describing redesigns
Procedures and Precautions
Health and safety precautions
Regulations and standards
Working with written instructions
Monitoring and Control
Automated systems
Parameters, readings and trends
Giving approximate figures
Theory and Practice
Explaining tests and experiments
Predictions and theories
Comparing results
Describing causes and effects
Pushing the Boundaries
Performance and suitability
Physical forces
Relative performance
Capabilities and limitations
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Dates & Fees

Most courses are available throughout the year. You can find a full list of course dates and prices in our Dates & Fees, or use the ETC Course Calculator to get a quote.

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