Part Time BTEC National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

BTEC National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Course Length: 2 Years
Site: Shoreham Airport
Attendance: Part Time
Course Code: DFCME1

Day : Time : Start
Tuesday 09:00-17:45 08-Sep-2009 Apply Online
ABC
645.00 580.00 236.00 (Fee per year)

A-Full fee,
B-Discounted fee for full payment at time of enrolment,
C-Concessionary fee for people in receipt of specified benefits

The Course
The course aims to enhance student's career prospects at the same time as increasing their value to industry by providing a sound basic education in engineering technology.

It is intended for those already in, or seeking employment in, engineering-related industry.

Course Content
course consists of 12 units which are made up of 6 core units and 6 specialist units

6 Core Units:
Business Systems
Communications
Science
Mathematics
Mechanical Principles
Project

6 Specialist Units:

To be selected from the list below subject to availability
Engineering Materials
Mechanical Technology
Further Mechanical Principles
Fluid Mechanics
Thermodynamics
Engineering Workspace Practices
Drawing and CAD
Engineering Design
Quality Assurance and Control
Finishing and Secondary Processess
Programmable Controllers
CNC Machining
Introduction to Robot Technology
Further Mathematics

Both theoretical and practical aspects of these subjects are studied and students are encouraged to make use of the departments extensive range of laboratories and workshops.

Modes of tuition include lectures, practical work and a range of assignments.

All students on technician courses undertake case studies which have been designed to develop the personal skills that are necessary for a career in the electronic engineering industry. These skills include report writing, mathematics and information technology.

The department has close contact with local industry and relevant advice is sought and used in the development of courses so that the subjects studied and the case studies used relate to the vocational requirements of the industry.

Assessment/Exams
Assessment is continuous and is based on assignments and tests, with end of year examinations in certain subjects.

Progression/Career Path
This qualification provides entry to Higher National Certificate or Diploma courses. It can also lead to Engineering Technician status with the engineering institutions or to acceptance on Engineering Degree courses (subject to appropriate grades).

Entry Requirements
1. BTEC First Certificate
or
2. Three GCSE subjects at grade C
or
above, to include Maths, English, a Science related subject
or
3. City and Guilds Part 2 or 3 in Mechanical Engineering. For mature students, previous engineering experience will be taken into consideration.
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Other Costs
Text books

Applications
Complete the application form obtainable from the College and send it to:

Admissions Office
Northbrook College
Freepost 975
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU

Further Details
If you would like further information about this course or any other courses offered by Northbrook College.