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HNC Mechanical Engineering

The course is aimed at people working in a production, design, technical or supervisory capacity within the engineering industry who wish to gain higher qualifications.

The course is also suitable for those who do not currently work in the industry but wish to further their studies whilst working elsewhere.

The BTEC HNC Diploma is a specialist vocational programme with a strong work related emphasis. The qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and maths skills required to progress to senior/technical positions in the sector, and holds national recognition by employers.

Be sure to read our How to Apply - Hopwood Hall College and University Centre page which will help you with any questions you may have and also details when you should apply by.

HNC Mechanical Engineering

The course is aimed at people working in a production, design, technical or supervisory capacity within the engineering industry who wish to gain higher qualifications.

The course is also suitable for those who do not currently work in the industry but wish to further their studies whilst working elsewhere.

The BTEC HNC Diploma is a specialist vocational programme with a strong work related emphasis. The qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and maths skills required to progress to senior/technical positions in the sector, and holds national recognition by employers.

Be sure to read our How to Apply - Hopwood Hall College and University Centre page which will help you with any questions you may have and also details when you should apply by.

Entry Requirements

Normally you would be expected to have a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in an engineering subject or an appropriate combination of the following:

  • AVCE/GNVQ in an appropriate vocational area

  • GCE A-Level profile which demonstrates strong performance in maths/physics subjects

  • Other related Level 3 qualifications

  • Related work experience

Details

This is a part-time course over two years. Each unit is internally assessed, mostly with assignments and graded by lecturers. Grades awarded are Pass, Merit or Distinction.

The course is made up of both compulsory units and specialist units that enable you to study particular areas in depth.

COMPULSORY UNITS:

  • Analytical methods for engineers
  • Engineering science
  • Engineering project

SPECIALIST UNITS:

  • Mechanical principles
  • Dynamics of machines
  • Fluid mechanics
  • Management of projects
  • Engineering design

Course fees: £3,000

Staff credentials: All staff teaching on this course have worked in industry and have industry backgrounds. They all have the relevant high end qualifcations mixed with the industry experience that give high quality teaching, learning and experience to the programmes.

Expected workload: 7 hours per week on campus in face to face lecturers, seminars or workshops.

Additional costs: This course is designed for students to undertake research and analysis into various aspects of Construction.  Each assignment will be designed to apply knowledge and understanding from various issues to various case study scanrios. Whilst it is not a compulsory requirement, students are encouraged to undertake part time work or work experience to further support the application of learning around theory and concepts, this will be at the learners' own cost.

Work Experience

N/A

Progression

upon completion of this course students can progress onto an HND, Foundation Degree or undergraduate degree programme in a relevant subject area. Some students will continue straight into employment or further, more specialist study.

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