BTEC National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

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BTEC National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering(2010/2011)
Thames Gateway College Information:
This course runs at Thames Gateway College at CEME.
Duration :2 years (Part time)
Who the Course is For:
The BTEC National Certificate is a technician level part time course. The student learns by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employment area you have chosen, you develop the skills you need to start or progress in an engineering career.
Assessment:
Continual assessment processes including assignments, and the assessment of any practical or theoretical projects and laboratory investigations. Some units involve tests and examinations.
Course Leads To:
Promotion in the Engineering Industry at Technician Level, HNC or Foundation Degree.
Entry Requirements:
For BTEC Nat Cert, a BTEC 1st Diploma with merit/distinction in Maths & Science or GCSE Grade B in Maths, and grade C or above in Science (double) and English are required.
Mature students may be able to gain accreditation for prior learning by arrangement with the Course Coordinator.
Minimum Age: 16
Content:
The course is made up of 12 units - six core units and six specialist units. The specialist units enable the student to study particular areas in depth. The course content includes: Computer Aided Design; Engineering Science; Engineering Materials; Engineering Mathematics; Project; Programmable Logic Controllers; Engineering Applications of Computers; Manufacturing Technologies; Robotics; CNC Machining. The delivery of the course programme is underpinned by practical and theoretical subjects that provide an insight into a number of aspects within the field of Mechanical Engineering including Computer Aided Design, Robotics and CNC Machining.