Institute of Technology (IoT)

The Lincolnshire Institute of Technology (IoT) is a collaboration between the University of Lincoln and Further Education providers across Greater Lincolnshire.

The IoT specialises in delivering high quality technical education across industries with a focus on Engineering, Digital, Automotive, Manufacturing, and Constructions subjects, opening up opportunities for students to gain industry-relevant skills to overcome some of the key challenges facing the technical industries.

The courses have been designed to develop the essential skills and experience needed for a range of pathways to ensure learners complete their training career-ready.

At Lincoln College, we have a range of Level 4, 5 and 6 courses covering four IoT pathways:

• Automotive, Electric/Hybrid
• Digital Technologies
• Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
• Construction and Civil Engineering

A multi-million-pound investment has been made to refurbish our oldest Grade II listed Gibney building to house the IoT.

It has been designed to replicate the latest progressive working environments.

We have also equipped all of our workshops and classrooms with the latest IT hardware, computing, electrical engineering and automotive engineering equipment.

View below some photos of the newly-refurbished Gibney building:

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IoT Automotive, Electric/Hybrid 

The IoT Automotive programmes are for students who have a keen interest in advanced automotive maintenance and are looking to progress into Master-Technician status.

These qualifications have been designed to be practical, engaging and motivating to support learners in gaining the advanced knowledge and skills required by light, heavy vehicle, lift truck and transport refrigeration maintenance employers.

IoT Automotive Courses Available:

• Certificate in Advanced Automotive Studies Level 4 
• IMI Award In The Diagnosis, Testing And Repair Of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles And Components (VRQ) Level 4

Watch our quick video to learn more about these courses:

Not ready to start a Level 4 course? 

We have a range of Level 1 to 3 courses in Automotive Engineering which can have progression onto our Level 4 IoT Automotive courses.

• Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness Level 1 

• Certificate in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness Level 1 

• Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Routine Maintenance Activities Level 2 

• Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement Level 3 

• Certificate in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness Level 1 

• Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) – Calibration Level 2

More information on Level 1 to 3 courses in Automotive Engineering can be found here.

IoT Digital Technologies

The IoT Digital Technologies programmes are ideal for students who wish to enter the computing sector. The digital economy has become an integral part of our country and facilitated the rapid growth of many digital businesses. 

Students on these courses spend a significant time working with industry-standard equipment in our new facility.

IoT Digital Technologies Courses Available:

• BSc (Hons) Computer Science Level 6
• CertHE Digital Learning Design Level 4
• CertHE Computer Automation, Internet of Things Development Level 4
• DipHE Mobile, Web, Virtualisation and Streaming Technologies Level 5
• Apprenticeship Standard in Cyber Security Technologist Level 4
• Cyber Security Level 4

Watch our quick video to learn more about these courses:

IoT Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

The IoT Electrical and Mechanical Engineering programmes are aimed to develop engineers with a broad understanding of Electrical Engineering or Control Engineering applied to the current and emerging technologies and issues of the Electrical Power/Sustainable Energy sector, the Production Technology sector and the Control via connected devices sector.

In all pathways we include current and emerging technologies such as Electrical, Electronic and Control Technologies, Internet of Things, Networking and Supervisor Control.

IoT Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Courses Available:

• BSc (Hons) Electrical Engineering (Control and Network Connected Devices) Level 6
• BSc (Hons) Electrical Engineering (Production Automation) Level 6
• BSc (Hons) Electrical Engineering (Sustainable Energy) Level 6
• HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Full-Time)
• HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Part-Time)
• HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Full-Time)
• HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Part-Time)
• HNC Mechanical Engineering (Full-Time)
• HNC Mechanical Engineering (Part-Time)
• HND Mechanical Engineering (Full-Time)
• HND Mechanical Engineering (Part-Time)

Year 2 Students' Project Work

IoT Construction and Civil Engineering

The IoT Construction and Civil Engineering programmes are designed to develop a broad understanding and practical experience in the typical tasks and requirements of engineering and construction management professionals and the underpinning academic knowledge.

Through both practical and theoretical sessions, students have the opportunity to develop the hands-on skills that are essential for successful employment within the sector.

Assignments are vocational in nature and students are encouraged to apply their knowledge in the most relevant way to their current employment or aspirational job role. A number of off-site visits are undertaken throughout the course to support the theoretical principles and practices delivered.

IoT Construction and Civil Engineering Courses Available:

• HNC Civil Engineering
• HND Construction and The Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
• HNC Construction Management (Construction Design and Build Technician) (HTQ) 
• HNC Construction Management (Construction Site Supervisor) (HTQ)
• HND Construction and the Built Environment (Construction Management)

Applications can be made on the individual course page.

Please find the right course from the list below and use the 'Apply Now' button on the page to start the application.