Support & Contact Details:

TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTRE OPEN LEARNING LTD (TECOL)

Contact information:

  • TECOL telephone number: 0800 228 9215
  • Email (general/course queries): admin@tecol.co.uk
  • Email (technical subject queries): electrical.team@tecol.co.uk or mechanical.team@tecol.co.uk
  • Address: 48 Straid Road, Ahoghill, BT42 2NT 
  • BTEC centre number: 04943

Why choose TECOL?

At TECOL, we provide the opportunity to study a range of fully accredited (Pearson – Edexcel BTEC), nationally recognised, technical qualifications to complement your existing skills and interests. Our online teaching and learning methods utilise the ‘Moodle’ learning platform and we provide you with all learning materials required. We accept new learners all year round and all courses are delivered and assessed entirely online, hence, you have the flexibility to work in your own time and at your own pace. Our highly qualified & experienced tutors will fully support you throughout your course via email, Tel and live video calls.

At TECOL:

-We accept ELCAS (Enhanced Learning Credits – Learner Provider No: 9967 – Technical Education Centre Open Learning Ltd (TECOL))

-Learning is self-paced and gives learners a chance to speed up or slow down as necessary

-Access to technical education is available to those in work who – cannot get day-release, work shifts, or regularly have to work or travel overseas

-Geographical barriers are eliminated, opening up broader education options

-On-demand access is provided meaning that learning can happen precisely when needed

-Costs are lower for companies needing to train employees, but can’t afford to lose staff to travel & attend college classes

-We accommodate multiple learning styles using a variety of delivery methods geared to different learners

-Tutor support  is provided via telephone, email and live video calls

-Courses can be customised on request

-We offer a range of flexible payment options

-We offer progression from BTEC level 3 courses to BTEC Level 4 HNC and BTEC Level 5 HND programmes

-You can progress directly from your BTEC HND Level 5 programme to university to ‘topup’ to a full degree

Course Purchase and Enrolment Process

PayPal or credit/debit card

When you order a course through our website, using Credit/Debit card or Paypal, we will be in contact with you within 2 working days to get you started:

  1. If you paid in full, you will receive an email with an enrolment form for you to fill in and return.
  2. If you paid a deposit, you will be sent details on setting up your direct debit and an enrolment form.
  3. When you return your enrolment form, we will then email you with login details for access to your course materials, along with course guidance and tutor contact details.

The overall process should not take any longer than 3 days, but if you don’t hear from us after 3 days at any stage of the process, it is likely that your email system may be blocking communications.  If this happens please contact us by Telephone on 0800 228 9215 or email: admin@tecol.co.uk

Note: if the course is not for the same person on the order please let us know by sending details of the learner name and email address to: admin@tecol.co.uk

Invoice payment

Alternatively, if the above on-line system is unsuitable, and you or your company requires an invoice that can be paid by bank transfer, just request this option from admin@tecol.co.uk

Course Extension and Repeats

If your course support expires or you need to retake an assessment go to course extension and assessment repeat support page. Any course extension period starts from the date that your course had expired.

Paper copy of course material

If you prefer to have a paper course manual you can also order a paper copy of your course. Just go to your course main web page and scroll down to the appropriate cart.

Practical work kits

We have a range of website links and electronic kits that support study and assessment work

  • The ‘Electronics development kit’ (Electronic components, plus a multi-meter)

These can be can be ordered directly from our kits and equipment page.

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98 Comments on “Support & Contact Details:

  1. Hi,

    I have a nvq lvl 2 and would like to do a HNC in electrical and electronics would you say that the bridging units will suffice for the lvl 3 gap and if not what do you recommend?

    • No, the bridging is designed for learners who have some L3 qualifications such as L3 NVQ. If you have level 2 only,you will need complete at least a L3 6 unit Award as per the entry requirements stated on our HNCs

  2. Hi, is the btec level 3 extended diploma accredited by universities? Is it one of the post-2016 national diplomas?

    • Yes the extended diploma attracts UCAS points roughly the same as 3 A-levels. To check exactly the points, go to UCAS and enter the exact qualification

  3. If I were to study 20 hours a week, how long would it take to complete a BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering with 6 units?

    I would then hope to move onto a HNC/D

    Also, I would be looking to purchase the BTEC within the next few days. Would it be possible to complete on an IPad ? Or will I have to use a computer?

    Thanks

    • You dont normally to the welcome email, our admin normally will send you instructions on the stages of the enrollment process. If you are have difficulty emailing admin@tecol.co.uk then it looks like your email system or antivirus is blocking you, which is very odd. If still no joy simply ring us on 0800 228 9215 to discuss

  4. Are there any courses suitable for a 16 year old?
    He will be taking 1-2 years away from the U.K. but would like to do some study in mechanical engineering during this time?
    Thanks

    • We normally start learners from 18+ but can in exceptional circumstances such as yours, accept learners onto BTEC level 3. Can you send an email with your requirements and your son’s GCSE grades to admin@tecol.co.uk

  5. If I were to start just by doing the stand alone course from the 3-unit. Would I receive a certificate or would you have to complete the full 3-unit in one go? Also, I am due out of the country for 6 months next year. Would I still be able to have access to my account whilst out in Asia to complete it?

  6. Hi I have done 120 credits of open university in Engineering and Technology level 4, I have also done NVQ 3 years ago. I’d like to consider doing the HNC operations course, would I be able to with the Quals I have within 2 years?

    • Yes you would have completed enough for HNC entry. We also provide free level 3 bridging units if you need to brush up some topics.

  7. What happens after I complete the HNC in Digital technologies can I progress into the HND in TECOL or do I have to go to another college? unfortunately, other colleges around my city don’t offer the course and that seems to be the case online as well.

  8. I have a question. I have no technician education and no experience on such field at all. I’d like to start new career and become the RME. Is BTEC Level 3 Foundation Award in Mechanical Engineering suitable for the beginning for such begginer as me who like to become the RME? If not are there any available courses on BTEC for the begginers which will help me to start it? I’d like to get in touch with any course advisors to get more info and to discuss about it.

    • Although you can start with a 3 unit foundation award and upgrade afterwards, the best option is the the 9 unit certificate as this gives a good range of mechanical subjects.
      You can certainly discuss your needs and options with our course advisors, just call 0800 228 9215

  9. I am looking to start the full HND course. If I start on a payment plan do I have the opportunity to over pay or do I have to stick to the 11 months. I personally would like to do it in two or three instalments ?

    Thanks

  10. Indeed HND (level 5) can follow HNC (level 4)

    We have only start using social media so it is at quite low level.

    We have been delivering BTEC qualification since 2014. We are fully accredited by Pearson and our BTEC technical centre number is available on our website as well as our Phone no. email address and address see https://tecol.co.uk/support/

  11. I have completed 3 units from HNC level 4 from other provider but due family circumstances I didn’t complete remaining 5 units. Can I complete remaining 5 units with Tecol and would it be possible to pay per unit. Hiw much it would cost per 5 units all together.
    I have certificate for cometed 3 units.

  12. Hi, I currently hold a level 6 NVQ in construction management and have significant experience within the electrical industry, would this suffice for entry to the HNC in electrical engineering?

  13. I have a City and Guilds Level 3 Award in 2D Computer Aided Design. Would I be able to take my HNC in Engineering with this?

    Also, how many hours a week do you need to set aside for the course to be completed and by what timescale?

    • Although we would need to see the content of your course and if a reasonable amount of math and science is covered then yest. If not we would recommend a BTEC level 3, 6 unit Award

  14. I am contacting you to enquire about a Level 3 Btec course in Advanced manufacturing engineering (electrical/electronic).
    I have already completed 5 units for the diploma which you can see in the photo attached. I am wondering if there would be an option to continue this course with Tecol in order to complete the Btec Level 3 Diploma.

  15. Hi ,I would appreciate if you answered my questions.
    How long would it normally take to complete the BTEC level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 12 unit?
    What are the entry requirements?
    Shall I start BTEC level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 12 unit without a GCSE Grades in English?
    (I’m currently student in Functional Skills Level1 ,also I have a bachelor degree in Electronic Engineering from overseas. )
    Many thanks ,

    • How long would it normally take to complete the BTEC level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 12 unit? Around 24 months
      What are the entry requirements? UK resident and be at least 18 years old (No academic qualifications required)
      Shall I start BTEC level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering 12 unit without a GCSE Grades in English? Yes you can, but an English qualification will be required for Level4

  16. Hi. How can we arrange an assessment to identify which course it’s the best for me to start with,if it is possible? I’ve an equivalent to bachelor qualification in mechanical engineering .

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