BTEC HNC in Mechanical Engineering (Part Time)

Summary: 

The course is designed for Engineering Technicians working in Process Industries (e.g. Food, Oil / Gas or Manufacturing etc.).  It extends the knowledge of those who have achieved a BTEC National Engineering qualification.

For someone who has done A levels in Maths and Physics it could be used as an intermediate step towards an Engineering Degree course.  The course would be useful to such a person wanting to move into an Engineering career.

Course Length: 
Two years
Course Schedule: 
One day a week
Entry Requirements: 

BTEC NC in Mechanical Engineering or A levels in Maths and Physics.
Alternatively, appropriate experience if single modules are required.

Career Progression: 

After the course you may decide to “Top-up” the qualification to a HND.  Alternatively, you may be able to progress to a Degree course or continue your career.

Full Description: 

The following Units are studied:

  • Business Management Techniques
  • Engineering Science
  • Analytical methods (i.e. Mathematics)
  • Project
  • Mechanical Principles
  • Engineering Design
  • Materials Engineering
  • Advanced CAD Techniques
  • Computer Aided Machining
  • Design for Manufacture

Further details of each of these units (including a full syllabus) can be found on the Edexcel website:-http://www.edexcel.com/quals/hn/engineering/mechanical/Pages/default.aspx

 

Open “Specifications” which is listed under the heading “Documents” near the bottom of each page.

Please contact the Advice Shop for details of costs and start dates.

Please note that although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, course information, costs and attendance details may change.

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