HNC Mechanical Engineering

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BTEC Higher Nationals are vocational qualifications, designed to give you the skills to put your knowledge to effective use in the workplace. They are highly valued by employers and may be used towards gaining professional status. National Certificates (HNCs) are Level 4 qualifications (120 credits) which can be studied part-time. You will study 8 units which will include: Analytical methods, Engineering science, Business Management for Engineers, Project design, implementation and evaluation, Materials engineering Mechanical principles, Manufacturing processes and Fluid Mechanics. By the end of the course you should be able to: Understand the principles of and carry out complex calculations in scientific and mathematical subjects with confidence. Work independently on long term project & design work. Use computer hardware/software to support other skills. Have an awareness of management techniques and their relevance in an engineering environment. Apply the above in a work situation. Teaching and Learning will be delivered in a variety of ways suited to higher level study. Methods will include lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and independent research. Learning at level 4 and above is very focused on independent study, and students will be expected to take responsibility for their own learning Assessment methods include: Formal examinations (which may include seen and unseen, open and closed book), Practical work based on laboratory exercises to assess specific skills, Course work, Oral presentations (including seminars), Reflective and evaluative career planning, Portfolio production, Reports and documentation of work based activities and career planning Work based project where practical work is evaluated both by the student and supervisor. HNC's are normally studied over 1 1/2 years. There are two modes of attendance: You would be expected to be in attendance between one day per week OR attendance is on 2 evenings per week.

Course information

Name: HNC Mechanical Engineering Qualification title: BTEC HNC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment This course could lead to promotion at work or new employment. A HNC is the minimum requirement for many positions of responsibility. A HND conversion here at Lakes College or elsewhere, you could also go on to University after this course. Please visit www.lcwc.ac.uk/careercoach for further career information. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20161018 11:04:16 Updated 20161018 11:04:16

Entry requirements

General stationery and a scientific calculator. Equipment required General stationery and a scientific calculator.

Provider

LAKES COLLEGE WEST CUMBRIA
Further Education
info@lcwc.ac.uk
01946 839300
http://www.lcwc.ac.uk

Address

HALLWOOD ROAD
LILLYHALL Town: WORKINGTON County:CUMBRIA