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Part Time National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Vocational qualification
In Llanelli ()
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Duration
2 Years
This BTEC Level 3 National Certificate is designed to equip individuals with the practical skills, knowledge and understanding required for success in current employment and for progression to future employment in a range of electrical and electronic occupations including design, installation, operation and maintenance of complex electrical/electronic engineering products and systems.
About this course
Normally 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Mathematics and Science. This can be waived for mature students who can demonstrate the necessary commitment and ability.
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Course Content
This BTEC Level 3 National Certificate is designed to equip individuals with the practical skills, knowledge and understanding required for success in current employment and for progression to future employment in a range of electrical and electronic occupations including design, installation, operation and maintenance of complex electrical/electronic engineering products and systems.
Course Features
The course content matches the needs of industry and society at large
Establishes the relevance of engineering to real world problems
Incorporates health and safety, environmental issues and sustainability throughout the course.
Career Prospects and Progression
The course is a work related qualification for employment and a progression route to higher nationals. Additionally it is a university entry level qualification. The course is equally suitable for school leavers and mature students.
Modules
Year 1 Communications for Technicians Mechanical Principles and Applications Mathematics for Technicians Properties and Applications of Engineering Materials Engineering Drawing for Technicians Engineering Primary Forming Procesess CAD Applications of Mechanical Systems Year 2 Business Systems for Technicians Further Mechanical Principles and Applications Further Mathematics Selection and Application of PLCs Engineering Design Engineering Secondary and Finishing Processes CNC Machines Electro, Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems and Devices.
Method of Assessment
All units are internally assessed via tests, assignment and practical activities.
Course Length
2 years
Time of Delivery
Day and Evening
Campus
Graig Campus
Bilingual Provision
Students can submit assignments in Welsh
Entry Requirements
Normally 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Mathematics and Science. This can be waived for mature students who can demonstrate the necessary commitment and ability.
Full-time or Part-time
Part Time
Part Time National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering