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Key Facts: Tawjihi Vocational Engineering Exam

56.1%

2026 Official Pass Rate

Ministry of Education

~70 / 30

Coursework to Ministerial Split

MoE BTEC Framework

D / M / P

Grading Scale (Criteria-Based)

Pearson BTEC Level 3

2031

MoE-Pearson Partnership Horizon

Official Bilateral Agreement

Bilingual

Arabic & English Curriculum

BTEC International Standards

100 MCQs

Diagnostic Practice Bank Items

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Jordan's reformed Tawjihi Vocational Engineering specialization delivers Pearson BTEC International Level 3 engineering qualifications under a bilateral MoE-Pearson agreement extended through 2031. Graded on a Distinction, Merit, and Pass (D/M/P) scale, assessment is split into approximately 70% continuous internal coursework and practical workshop tasks and 30% national ministerial common examinations. The nationwide pass rate for the Engineering specialization was 56.1% in the 2026 examination cohort. OpenExamPrep provides this independent English-language study adaptation to reinforce workshop safety, electrical diagnostics, mechanical manufacturing, and engineering calculations, but does not award certification or verify physical trade performance.

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1During a Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure on an industrial three-phase motor, what is the critical step that must be performed immediately after opening the isolator switch and applying the padlock and tag?

A.Notify the shift supervisor that work has commenced on the equipment

B.Verify zero electrical energy state using a calibrated multi-meter or voltage tester

C.Disassemble the motor terminal box cover to inspect the internal leads

D.Turn on the machine control panel start switch to verify mechanical rotation

Explanation: After isolating and locking out an electrical circuit, verifying a zero energy state with an approved, calibrated voltage detector (following the test-before-touch protocol) is essential to ensure no residual voltage or backfeed exists before any contact occurs.

2Which of the following describes stored energy that must be dissipated or mechanically blocked before beginning maintenance on a hydraulic press under LOTO regulations?

A.Atmospheric air pressure in the workshop environment

B.Gravitational potential energy of the raised press ram and residual fluid pressure in the accumulator

C.Static electricity dissipated through grounding mats on the workshop floor

D.Magnetic flux remaining in the digital PLC controller cabinet

Explanation: LOTO standards require isolating and dissipating all hazardous secondary energy sources. In a hydraulic press, this includes bleeding hydraulic accumulator pressure to tank and mechanically chocking or pinning the heavy ram to prevent gravitational fall.

3Under standard industrial LOTO procedures, who is legally authorized to remove a safety padlock from an isolated energy control device?

A.Any qualified technician working on the same maintenance shift

B.Only the authorized employee who originally applied the personal padlock and tag

C.The workshop health and safety representative during routine walk-throughs

D.The machine operator scheduled for the upcoming production run

Explanation: Under international LOTO standards, each worker's safety padlock may only be removed by the authorized individual who applied it. An emergency removal by a supervisor is strictly regulated and requires exhaustive verification that the technician is absent from the premises and out of danger.

4Before testing for dead on an isolated industrial motor circuit using a high-voltage multimeter or two-pole voltage detector, what must the technician do to validate the instrument?

A.Check the meter display on a known live voltage source both before and after testing the isolated circuit

B.Replace the meter's internal 9V alkaline battery with a fresh cell

C.Set the multimeter selector switch to the highest alternating current (amps) range

D.Ensure the meter leads are short-circuited together to calibrate the zero ohm reading

Explanation: The 'proving dead' or 'live-dead-live' test protocol mandates testing the voltage detector on a known energised source (or proving unit), testing the isolated circuit to verify zero voltage, and immediately re-testing on the known source to prove the instrument did not fail during the measurement.

5When servicing a pneumatic actuation system that has been disconnected from the main air supply, why must the technician vent the downstream pneumatic lines?

A.To prevent moisture from evaporating into the ambient workshop atmosphere

B.Because trapped pressurized air can cause unexpected, high-velocity actuator movement

C.To lubricate the directional control valve spools prior to disassembly

D.To prevent vacuum formation inside the pneumatic cylinder barrels

Explanation: Compressible gases such as air store significant potential energy when trapped between a closed shut-off valve and actuator cylinders. If not vented through an exhaust relief valve, disconnecting lines or shifting a spool can trigger sudden, violent cylinder travel capable of crushing limbs.

6What is the primary function of a lockout hasp when multiple technicians are servicing a single electrical distribution panel?

A.To increase the mechanical leverage needed to open stiff isolator handles

B.To allow multiple padlocks to be installed on one isolation point so no single worker can re-energize the unit alone

C.To step down three-phase 400V supply to safe 24V DC control voltage

D.To provide an electrical grounding path from the panel chassis to earth

Explanation: A lockout hasp accommodates multiple individual padlocks on a single circuit breaker or valve handle. The energy control device cannot be toggled on until every technician finishes their individual task and removes their respective padlock.

7Which shade of filter lens is standardly required for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW / Stick) operating with electrode currents between 75 A and 200 A?

A.Shade 3 to 4

B.Shade 5 to 6

C.Shade 10 to 11

D.Shade 14 to 15

Explanation: According to international welding safety standards (such as EN 169 and ANSI Z87.1), manual metal arc welding (SMAW) between 75 A and 200 A requires a shade 10 to 11 filter to protect against harmful ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) radiation and prevent arc eye (photokeratitis).

8Why is the wearing of standard loose-fitting woven work gloves strictly prohibited while operating a centre lathe or pedestal drill?

A.Gloves insulate the operator's hands and cause motor control touchscreens to malfunction

B.Gloves can be caught by rotating spindles or workpieces, violently pulling the operator's hand into the machine

C.Woven fabric absorbs synthetic metalworking fluid and cools the cutting zone too rapidly

D.Gloves prevent the operator from detecting high-frequency mechanical vibration with fingertips

Explanation: Rotating machinery such as lathes, drill spindles, and milling cutters present severe entanglement hazards. Loose clothing, ties, jewellery, and gloves can catch on rotating tooling or chips, drawing the operator's fingers and limb directly into the spindle.

9When handling concentrated battery electrolyte (sulfuric acid) in an automotive workshop, which combination of PPE is mandatory?

A.Standard cotton work overalls, leather palm gloves, and open safety spectacles

B.Acid-resistant chemical apron, heavy nitrile/neoprene gloves, and a full-face shield over safety goggles

C.Heat-resistant aluminized apron, Kevlar cut-resistant gloves, and shaded welding goggles

D.Paper dust respirator, canvas gloves, and tinted sunglasses

Explanation: Sulfuric acid poses severe chemical burn hazards to skin and causes permanent corneal damage upon contact. Proper chemical handling requires an impervious apron (nitrile, neoprene, or PVC), liquid-proof chemical gloves, and a full-face shield paired with indirect-vent chemical splash goggles.

10What safety footwear rating is required for technicians in mechanical workshops to protect against heavy falling objects and sharp underfoot swarf?

A.Open-toe breathable sandals with non-slip rubber soles

B.Canvas athletic sneakers with arch support

C.Safety footwear certified with a protective steel/composite toecap (200 J) and puncture-resistant midsole

D.Lightweight PVC rain boots without internal reinforcement

Explanation: Standard industrial safety boots (such as EN ISO 20345 S1P/S3) feature a protective toecap rated to withstand impacts of at least 200 Joules and a penetration-resistant steel or composite midsole to prevent puncture from sharp metal shavings (swarf) and protruding nails.

About the Tawjihi Vocational Engineering Exam

The Vocational Engineering specialization (تخصص الهندسة) of the Jordan General Secondary Education Certificate Examination (Tawjihi) delivers the international Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualification across secondary vocational schools in Jordan. Extended through 2031, this partnership combines hands-on vocational workshop engineering—encompassing mechanical fabrication, electrical systems, automotive technology, and engineering CAD—with ministerial common-culture subjects. Coursework and practical workshop assessments make up approximately 70% of evaluation, while ministerial examinations contribute approximately 30%. Successful candidates earn secondary credentials that support direct entry into the industrial workforce or onward study; graduates who also sit the four ministerial common subjects may compete for university and applied-college places through the Unified Admission Coordination Unit, under recognition rules set by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for each programme. Mandatory Disclosure: This OpenExamPrep module is an independent English-language MCQ study adaptation focusing on workshop safety regulations, diagnostic troubleshooting, electrical/mechanical principles, and engineering calculations; it is not an official examination simulation and does not certify hands-on workshop trade competence.

Exam sponsor: Vocational Education Directorate, Jordan Ministry of Education & Pearson. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

Pearson BTEC International Level 3 engineering units graded Distinction/Merit/Pass, combined with national ministerial common subjects

Time Limit

Modular assignments across Grades 11-12 and scheduled ministerial examinations

Passing Score

Pass (P) / Merit (M) / Distinction (D)

Exam / Certification Fees

Not published

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25%

Workplace Health, Safety & Environmental Protection

Lockout/tagout (LOTO) energy isolation, personal protective equipment (PPE) selection for welding and machining, risk assessment matrices, hierarchy of hazard controls, hazardous substance storage (SDS/COSHH), fire extinguisher classifications, and industrial emergency response.

25%

Mechanical Measurement, Workshop Technology & Manufacturing

Precision measurement instruments (Vernier calipers, micrometers, dial test indicators, feeler gauges), center lathe operations, cutting speed and feed calculations, milling, drilling, welding processes (SMAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG), weld defects, and ISO fits and tolerances.

25%

Electrical & Electronic Systems & Diagnostics

Fundamental circuit laws (Ohm's and Kirchhoff's laws), electrical power equations, AC and DC circuits, digital multimeter and oscilloscope diagnostics, AC induction motor starters, overload relays, forward/reverse control circuits, circuit protection (MCBs, fuses, RCDs), and industrial sensors.

15%

Engineering Drawing, CAD & Technical Documentation

First-Angle and Third-Angle orthographic projection systems, engineering line standards (hidden, center, section), sectional views, ISO dimensioning rules, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and schematic interpretation for electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

10%

Engineering Science, Statics & Material Properties

Direct stress and strain, Young's modulus, tensile test curves, mechanical properties of engineering materials (toughness, ductility, hardness, malleability), heat treatments (annealing, quenching, tempering, case hardening), concurrent force resolution, and static moment equilibrium.

Preparing for the Tawjihi Vocational Engineering Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Pass (P) / Merit (M) / Distinction (D)
Assessment: Pearson BTEC International Level 3 engineering units graded Distinction/Merit/Pass, combined with national ministerial common subjects
Time limit: Modular assignments across Grades 11-12 and scheduled ministerial examinations
Exam / certification fees: Not published Official sources

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Tawjihi Vocational Engineering: Suggested Study Strategy

1Master dimensional metrology calculations: Regularly practice reading 0.02 mm metric Vernier calipers and 0.01 mm micrometers, paying special attention to positive and negative zero error adjustments.

2Internalize electrical troubleshooting formulas: Fluently apply Ohm's law (V = I * R), electrical power formulas (P = V * I = I^2 * R), and series/parallel equivalent resistance calculations to circuit diagnostic scenarios.

3Prioritize the hierarchy of hazard controls: When addressing workshop safety scenarios, always evaluate solutions from elimination and substitution down through engineering controls, administrative procedures, and PPE.

4Practice orthographic projection symbols and rules: Confidently distinguish between First-Angle (European/ISO) and Third-Angle (American) projection layouts and projection symbols.

5Review stress-strain curve landmarks: Memorize the physical distinctions between proportional limit, yield point, ultimate tensile strength (UTS), and fracture point on standard engineering tensile diagrams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tawjihi Vocational Engineering specialization under the Jordan MoE?

The Engineering specialization (تخصص الهندسة) is the primary technical stream of Jordan's reformed secondary vocational track. Administered by the Jordan Ministry of Education in partnership with Pearson, students follow the Pearson BTEC International Level 3 curriculum across Grades 11 and 12, developing core theoretical and practical competencies across mechanical, electrical, electronics, and automotive engineering.

How is the Tawjihi BTEC Engineering program assessed and graded?

Evaluation follows a dual assessment structure: approximately 70% of the overall qualification is determined through continuous school-based internal coursework assignments, design portfolios, and hands-on workshop practical assessments verified by Pearson standards verifiers. The remaining ~30% is evaluated through national ministerial common-culture written examinations. Units and overall results are awarded on a Distinction (D), Merit (M), and Pass (P) criteria-based grading framework.

What is the relationship between the Jordan Ministry of Education, Pearson, and Balqa Applied University (BAU)?

The secondary vocational Tawjihi program is awarded directly by the Jordan Ministry of Education in partnership with Pearson (an agreement renewed through 2031). Balqa Applied University (BAU) does not administer or award the secondary Tawjihi qualification. Rather, BAU oversees tertiary-level technical education and community college diploma programs across the Kingdom, including the comprehensive community college examination (Al-Shamel), providing post-secondary progression pathways for vocational Tawjihi graduates.

What post-secondary and career pathways are open to vocational engineering graduates in Jordan?

Graduates can directly enter the industrial workforce as engineering technicians, apprentices, or machine operators in manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, and construction sectors. Academically, graduates meeting required criteria can pursue technical diploma degrees at Balqa Applied University-affiliated community colleges or bridge into undergraduate bachelor's degree programs in engineering technology and applied sciences at Jordanian universities.

What was the national pass rate for the Tawjihi Engineering specialization in 2026?

In the official 2026 examination results released by the Jordan Ministry of Education, the Vocational Engineering specialization achieved a national pass rate of 56.1%, with individual top-performing students formally recognized nationwide by the Ministry.

Does this OpenExamPrep question bank certify practical trade competence?

No. This practice bank is an independent English-language MCQ study adaptation developed by OpenExamPrep. It is designed to reinforce theoretical trade knowledge, workshop health and safety standards, diagnostic sequencing, and engineering calculations. It does not replace hands-on workshop training and cannot certify physical machine operation, welding, or electrical installation trade skills.