The opening of a multimillion-pound expansion at Bolton College is just months away.
The new £5M engineering and computing extension at the Deane Road based college is now set to open in January next year.
With building work having been carried out by Krol Corlett Construction and made possible by part financing from the Department for Education’s T Lever Development Fund.
Bolton College deputy principal Mark Burgoyne said: "The completion of this exceptional facility marks a significant milestone in our mission to advance post-16 education and deliver T Level qualifications that are critical for the future of the UK workforce.
"This extension embodies our dedication to offering students a cutting-edge learning environment whilst minimising our carbon footprint.
“We are also grateful for the support from the DfE’s T Level Development Fund, which has been instrumental in bringing this project to fruition."
A topping out ceremony for the extension was carried out this summer attended by college chair of governors Andrew Roberts, Chair of Governors, and college principal Bill Webster.
It was also attended by Krol Corlett project manager Gary Osborne.
The extension features a net-zero building design, meaning it produces as much energy as it uses, significantly reducing its carbon footprint.
It also uses advanced technologies like solar energy utilisation, triple-glazed windows, and Wraptight wall construction to enhance energy efficiency.
College officials say that the walls are also insulated with up to 250mm of extra material.
They say that the new extension will play a crucial role in delivering the college’s engineering and computing T Levels.
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Programmes like these offer a blend of classroom learning and on-the-job experience, equipping students with the skills and knowledge for the fields of engineering and computing.
They offer an alternative to traditional A Level and apprenticeship courses, which education leaders hope will help to address the UK’s skills gap in the future.
The extension will help the college to continue delivering programmes like these and to provide environments for students will cutting edge resources.
Bolton College officials say that this will help them to solidify their standing as a leading provider of high-quality education and training.
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