Mechanical Engineering
Course
In Plymouth
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Plymouth
About the course
This Foundation Degree will enable you to develop the necessary technical knowledge and skills required for gaining entry into the exciting world of mechanical engineering. The course has been designed to provide you with a wide breadth of knowledge in order to prepare you for the multi-disciplined elements of working in this industry.
For more information about this course please read the Programme Quality Handbook which contains programme specifications and module information.
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About this course
Entry requirements
We welcome applications from those who have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including maths and science, and one or more of the following:
48 UCAS tariff points
a BTEC National Certificate/Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject
an Advanced Apprenticeship
a level 3 qualification in mathematics
a level 3 qualification in a related subject
equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.
Should the entry requirements not be met then individual cases will be considered.
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Subjects
- Credit
- IT
- Mechanical Engineering
- Design
- Engineering Science
- Maths
- CAD
- Engineering
Course programme
What you'll learn
The course includes the following subjects:
Full-timeYear 1
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science 1
- Engineering Materials
- CAD (computer-aided design) Techniques and Design
- Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Management Techniques in Mechanical Engineering
- Engineering Science 2
- Advanced CAD and FEA (finite element analysis)
- Thermo and Fluids
- Engineering Design
- Engine Technology and Auxiliary Systems
- Project
Year 1
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science 1
- Engineering Materials
- CAD Techniques and Design
- Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Management Techniques in Mechanical Engineering
- Engineering Science 2
- Advanced CAD and FEA
- Thermo and Fluids
- Engineering Design
- Engine Technology and Auxiliary Systems
- Project
Mechanical Engineering