Electrical Electronic and Mechanical Engineering

Level 1 - Developing Subtractive Manufacturing (CNC and Laser Cutting)

  • Academic Year: 26/27
  • Adult
  • Crewe Campus
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Short Course

How to apply

The Course


This course builds on your existing CAD
knowledge and introduces how designs are brought to life through subtractive
manufacturing. It focuses on the practical use of CNC machining and laser
cutting, which are widely used across engineering and manufacturing
industries.


You will explore how digital designs are
translated into machine instructions and how materials are shaped using
precision equipment. The course provides hands-on experience with
industry-standard tools, helping you understand how components are produced in
real working environments.


This is a suitable next step if you already
have some design experience and want to develop practical skills. It offers a
clear link between digital design and manufacturing processes.


The course also supports local employer
demand for CNC-ready skills and provides a foundation for further study or entry
into engineering, fabrication, or digital manufacturing roles.

There are no formal qualifications required. An interest in CAD, engineering, or manufacturing is recommended.
You can progress onto a Level 2 course in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Fabrication, or further study in CNC machining and digital production.
£86.4

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

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Top-Up Degrees

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Take the next step

Have questions or need help applying? Our friendly Admissions Team is here for you — get in touch today!

Email: admissions@ccsw.ac.uk

Phone: 01270 654654 (Crewe Campus) / 01244 656555 (Ellesmere Port and Chester Campuses)

Crewe Campus
Starts : February 24th, 2027
Wednesday 5:30pm - 8:30pm 5 Weeks

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The Course


This course builds on your existing CAD
knowledge and introduces how designs are brought to life through subtractive
manufacturing. It focuses on the practical use of CNC machining and laser
cutting, which are widely used across engineering and manufacturing
industries.


You will explore how digital designs are
translated into machine instructions and how materials are shaped using
precision equipment. The course provides hands-on experience with
industry-standard tools, helping you understand how components are produced in
real working environments.


This is a suitable next step if you already
have some design experience and want to develop practical skills. It offers a
clear link between digital design and manufacturing processes.


The course also supports local employer
demand for CNC-ready skills and provides a foundation for further study or entry
into engineering, fabrication, or digital manufacturing roles.

This course builds on your existing CAD knowledge and introduces how designs are brought to life through subtractive manufacturing. It focuses on the practical use of CNC machining and laser cutting, which are widely used across engineering and manufacturing industries.You will explore how digital designs are translated into machine instructions and how materials are shaped using precision equipment. The course provides hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, helping you understand how components are produced in real working environments.This is a suitable next step if you already have some design experience and want to develop practical skills. It offers a clear link between digital design and manufacturing processes.The course also supports local employer demand for CNC-ready skills and provides a foundation for further study or entry into engineering, fabrication, or digital manufacturing roles.
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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