Manufacturing Engineering Foundation Degree

Birmingham Metropolitan College

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Birmingham

This course has been written to provide you with a wide technical background to support a range of careers in manufacturing engineering. Manufacturing Engineers have detailed knowledge of a broad range of general engineering principles and use this to develop and maintain manufacturing processes and systems to ensure high quality production of components and services. Manufacturing Engineers are employed in a wide range of industries including vehicle manufacture, aerospace, transport, healthcare, food and beverage and leisure. The course has a strong technical element that will help you develop the skills you need to succeed. If you are employed in the industry this course will provide you with advanced knowledge and skills which will enhance your career prospects. If you are not employed, the course will provide you with a good grounding to help you to find employment in the field.
COURSE MODULES
Year 1
Mathematics for Engineering
Mechanical Science
Electrical Science
Computer Aided Design
Engineering Services
Planning and Scheduling
Engineering Management
Year 2
Applied Mathematics for Mechanical Engineering
Robotics
PLCs in Automation
Sustainable Design
Manufacturing Technology
Operation Systems
Work-Based Project

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
Aston Triangle, B4 7ET

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • Design
  • Mathematics
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Systems
  • Engineering
  • GCSE Mathematics

Course programme

Entry Requirements

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS UCAS Tariff Points: Pre-2017 Entry - 160 points, Post-2017 Entry - 64 points The tariff points can be made up of: A Levels (GCE and VCE): 2 A Levels at Grade C BTEC Extended Diploma: Grade MPP BTEC Diploma: Grade MM BTEC 90 Credit Diploma: Grade DM Access to HE: Grade P45 If the Level 3 qualification is made up of A Levels one A Level must be Maths or Physics. All other qualifications must be an engineering, science or IT subject. Minimum number of GCSEs at Grade C or above: 5 which must include: GCSE English: Grade C or 4 GCSE Maths: Grade C or 4 Are Level 2 equivalents accepted?: Yes

Delivery and Assessment

A range of assessment methods are used including assignments, examinations, case studies, projects and presentations.

Progression

Students successfully completing the Foundation Degree with merit grades or higher will be able to progress on to the final stage of an honours degree with Birmingham City University (this component will take 2 years part-time or one year full-time, subject to university regulations). Progression to other universities is subject to their own particular entry requirements. Students passing the course but not achieving this grade profile will be able to progress on to the 2nd year of the honours degree. As an engineer, your technical expertise and skills will be valued across many industries, including food and drink, oil, plastics, biotechnology, manufacture, aerospace, automotive and pharmaceuticals.

Career Opportunities

  • Aeronautical Engineers
  • CAD Technicians
  • Software Developers
  • Telecommunication Specialists
  • Building Inspectors
  • Construction Managers
  • Design Consultants
  • Safety Officers

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