This is the official podcast from Technical Education Skills Trust, the operator of London Design & Engineering UTC, LDE UT6th Form, Engineering Skills College, East London Furniture Institute (ELFI), and the Industry & Educators Exchange (IndEX).
In this episode of Industry Ready, we meet Mark, who leads Engineering at LDE UTC, and discover how the subject is all about solving problems, understanding how things work, and finding ways to make them better. Learners and parents/carers will hear how the course combines engineering science and maths with electrical and mechanical engineering, design, CAD, and manufacturing, with plenty of opportunities to put learning into practice using industry-standard machinery and technology.
Mark also explains how real-world projects, employer involvement, and practical experiences help learners understand what working in engineering is really like, while developing valuable skills in teamwork, independence, communication, design, and manufacturing. With future opportunities across areas such as mechanical and civil engineering, design, manufacturing, testing, and quality control, Mark encourages learners to get involved, take every opportunity, and enjoy the journey. As he describes the course, it’s practical, challenging, but achievable — and there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of seeing an idea turn into something real! 😊
What is Industry Ready?
From the Technical Education Skills Trust; the operator of London Design & Engineering UTC, LDE UT6th Form, Engineering Skills College, East London Furniture Institute (ELFI), and the Industry & Educators Exchange (IndEX). Hear from our incredible learners, industry partners and get to know the people behind the scenes.