Civil Engineering: HNC
HNC
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
HNC
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Duration
2 Years
This course is intended to provide students with the technical education requirements for the position of Engineering Technician. The syllabus is broad-based to allow for future employment with Civil Engineering contractors, consulting engineers or local authorities. Emphasis is placed on modern technology through the application of computers in civil engineering. There is an option to leave after two years with an HNC.
Important information
Government funding available
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About this course
Certificate in Civil Engineering OR 2 Highers. Entry by informal interview.
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Course programme
Civil Engineering: HNC
Course Description
This course is intended to provide students with the technical education requirements for the position of Engineering Technician . The syllabus is broad-based to allow for future employment with Civil Engineering contractors, consulting engineers or local authorities. Emphasis is placed on modern technology through the application of computers in civil engineering. There is an option to leave after two years with an HNC.
Preferred Entry Requirements
Certificate in Civil Engineering OR 2 Highers. Entry by informal interview.
Course Duration
Course Duration: 2 academic years
Start Date: Aug-09
End Date: Jun-11
Hours per week: 6.5 hours (1 day)
Course Content
Year 1:
Construction Technical; Communication Skills; Construction Materials & Specification; Construction Site Surveying A; Mathematics for Construction; Construction Technology: Substructure; Structural Mechanics; CAD 2D I.
Year 2
Mathematics for Construction and Engineering; Civil Engineering; Materials and Testing; Civil Engineering Contract & Project Management A; Civil Engineering Specialisms; Construction Site Surveying B; Graded Unit; Optional Unit: Traffic Engineering; Optional Unit: Highway Engineering.
Progression
HND Civil Engineering. University/employment.
Civil Engineering: HNC