BTEC Level 4 HNC in Engineering (General Engineering)
What is the Course About?
This course is primarily designed to be studied on a part time basis, one day per week, over two academic years. The course is intended for those persons who are currently employed in engineering and wanting to progress their industrial careers, or for those wishing to continue with their studies to HND/degree level.
What subjects will I study?
Eight units are to be studied over a two-year period:
• Unit 1 - Engineering Design (Year 1)
• Unit 2 - Engineering Maths (Year 1)
• Unit 3 - Engineering Science (Year 1)
• Unit 4 - Managing a Professional Project (Year 2)
• Unit 9 - Materials, Properties and Testing (Year 2)
• Unit 10 - Mechanical Workshop Practices (Year 2)
• Unit 17 – Quality and Process Improvement (Year 2)
• Unit 19 - Electrical & Electronic Principles (Year 1)
[Note: each unit is typically designated as requiring 150 hours of study]
Will I need a DBS check for this course?
No
Will I need any specific resources, uniform and/or kit?
Personal Protective Equipment will be provided.
Learners must provide their own stationery and laptop.
What are the days and hours of the course?
Your timetable will be issued during your first day at college. As a part time course, you will be expected to attend the William Kennish Building on Greenfield Road for one day per week during college term time.
Will I undertake work experience as part of the course?
None
Opportunities to visit UCM
Useful links
What are my progression and career options?
HND/Degree level study, entry into employment.
How will I be assessed?
Progress in most units will be monitored by continuous assessment, predominantly through the use of written assignments and closed/open-book tests, but also through case studies, project work and presentations.
Entry requirements
An OCR Foundation Diploma with passes in maths, science and either electrical or mechanical principles, or a BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent) with a pass in engineering principles, or study at A Level standard in two appropriate subjects with pass grades. Study of Mathematics at A Level is an advantage, equivalent to 32 UCAS points.