ENG INEE RING
MID CHES HIRE COL LEGE – HIGH ER
EDU CATI ON PRO SPEC TUS 2014 ENTR
Y
Engineering
This programme prepares learners for employment in the
Engineering sector or further study at university.
Learners who are already employed in the Engineering sector will be able
to study for a qualification that will support their career progression.
UCAS Code
HNC 000H HND 003H
ENGINEERING
Attendance
Learners will study for the HNC
in year 1 and on successful
completion can progress to
HND in year 2. The course
will be offered over 2 days a
week for learners not currently
employed in the Engineering
sector, or 1 day and 1 evening
for those currently employed
in the industry.
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Entry Guidelines
* BTEC Extended Diploma or
equivalent Level 3 course in
Engineering (with some units
at merit level)
* GCE A Level profile,
preferably to include maths or
science subjects
* Access HE course,
preferably to include maths
and science subjects
* Mature learners may present
a more varied profile of
achievement that will include
current work experience in an
Engineering environment
Content
A variety of units will be
studied that will prepare
students for progression within
the many areas of Engineering.
Topics include: Engineering
Science, maths and analytical
methods, computer aided
design technologies, project
design, electronic, electrical
and digital principles, electrical
power systems, materials
engineering, mechanical
principles and personal and
professional development.
Assessment
A range of assessment
methods will be used, including
reports and presentations,
academic essays and workrelated projects. Assessment
will be continual throughout
the course.
Prospects
A key progression for
the HND is to a Degree
programme, depending on
the University chosen this
may be direct entry to
either the second or third
year. Learners may also seek
employment as an engineer/
technician in a variety of
industries. Learners who are
already employed in the
engineering sector will benefit
from an industry recognised
qualification to support their
career progression.
ENGINEERING
HNC/HND in Engineering
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