Engineering
Overview
What will I learn?
You'll learn about:
- Maths for engineering
- Quality management
- Engineering principles
- Selecting materials
- Statics and strength of materials
- Dynamics
- Thermofluids
- Pneumatics and hydraulics
- CAD
- Economics of manufacture
- Communication
What qualifications do I need?
You'll need a minimum of two Highers (or equivalent) at grade C in Mathematics and one other subject either English, Physics or a Technology subject; or a National Certificate in an Engineering discipline at SCQF Level 6, or if you have successfully completed an Engineering Foundation Apprenticeship
We will also consider your application if you have relevant industry experience.
Note; Those with similar qualifications in other curriculum areas may be considered on an individual basis.
For a place on the course, you will require to attend an interview.
What can I do after?
After successfully completing this course you'll have the skills needed to get a technician level role in the engineering industry. You should also be able to apply for Modern Apprenticeships or Graduate Apprenticeships which exist within the following engineering sectors: aerospace; manufacturing; electrical power; renewable energies, engineering maintenance, engineering design and process engineering:
Or you could develop your skills further by studying another course which includes:
- HND Mechanical Engineering
- HND Engineering Systems
- University BEng/ MEng Mechanical Engineering
- University BEng/ MEng Mechanical Systems Engineering
- University BEng/ MEng Computer Aided Mechanical Engineering
SCQF 7
Programme Information
Full Time
Start Date: August
End: June
Duration: 1 year/3 days per week
Time: 9am-4pm
Part-Time Day Release
Start Date: August
Duration: 2 years
Cost: £690 per year/2 year course
Higher NationalAdditional Information
Please note international students are subject to higher fees for all non-commercial courses – visit our Fee Policy for further information
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