Level 3 National Diploma Engineering - Advanced Manufacturing
This 2-year course is the equivalent to 2 A levels. This course incorporates current technical knowledge with industry recognised practical training
Academic Year: 2023/24
Course Code: 10424
Campus: Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn
Study Type: Full-Time
Education Level Further Education
Sessions
The following sessions are open for application on this course:
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Full-Time
Bangor
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04/09/2023
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Full-Time
Downpatrick
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04/09/2023
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Full-Time
Lisburn
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04/09/2023
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Course Overview
This course is offered on a full time basis.
This 2-year course is the equivalent to 2 A levels. This course incorporates current technical knowledge with industry recognised practical training
Course Modules
Subjects studied in year 1 may include:
- Engineering Principles
- Delivery of Engineering Processes safely as a Team
- Engineering product Design and Manufacture
- Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
- Manufacturing Secondary Machining Processes
Units studies in year 2 include:
- A Specialist Engineering Project
- Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems
- Modern Manufacturing Systems
- Computer Aided Manufacturing and planning
- Addictive Manufacturing Processes
- Manufacturing Computer Numerical Control Machining Processes
In addition to the above units you will also work towards a Professional/ Personal Development qualification and will be involved in a range of activities, designed to improve employability within the Engineering sector.
You will be required to complete Essential Skills Literacy, Numeracy and ICT if you do not have a GCSE grade C in English, Maths or ICT.
You will attend college a minimum of 17.5 hours per week
Assessment for this programme is carried out on a continuous basis using a combination of written assignments and practical assessments for nine units. Engineering Principles and Engineering Product Design and Manufacture will require an external exam in year 1
Ideal If:
You'll Learn:
About Engineering Principles, Product Design and Manufacture and Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems
You'll Love:
You'll Progress:
Successful completion of this course can lead to employment or further study on one of our HE Engineering programmes
You'll Need:
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including Maths. English at Grade D or above. 1 of the other GCSEs should be in a STEM subject area.
Or a Level 2 Diploma in Engineering (Pass) plus Level 2 Essential Skills in Numeracy and Literacy.
An interview is required before enrolling on the programme and there will be a short entry test on the day of enrolment to ensure that you are ready for the course.
Terms & Conditions
Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.
We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.
Available Sessions Summary
The following sessions are open for application on this course:
| Campus & Course Type | Start |
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Full-Time
Bangor
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04/09/2023
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Full-Time
Downpatrick
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04/09/2023
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Full-Time
Lisburn
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04/09/2023
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Enquiries Information
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Further Education
If you have just completed your GCSEs, Further Education is most likely the option for you. FE covers qualifications from entry to higher level qualifications such as Awards, Certificates, Diplomas, NVQ, BTEC and Apprenticeships.
Explore Further EducationAvailable Sessions
The following sessions are available to apply for:
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Lisburn |
04/09/2023
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