Engineering
Engineering Systems NC
Campus Midlothian Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Full time
Duration 41 weeks
Start date
Aug 2023
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Course overview
Engineering Systems NC Level 6 is an entry-level course that will enhance your knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and systems. You will study units such as Electrical Principles and Mathematics which, upon completion, will allow you direct progression onto our HNC Engineering Systems course. This course is the first step toward your future career in the engineering industry.
This is a full-time course based at Edinburgh College’s Midlothian campus and taught by teachers with industry experience using the latest industry technologies. You will be taught between Edinburgh College classrooms and workshops where you will gain essential and hands-on experience in the engineering sector. This course is intended to meet the needs of employers and further education.
What you will learn
- Electrical Principles
- Mechanical Principles
- Thermofluids
- Dynamics
- IT
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Graphical Communications
- Materials
- Mathematics
How the course is assessed
- You will be assessed on each unit
- All units within the course must be achieved to gain the full award
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week
Entry requirements
- Mathematics at National 5 (if you have not studied Maths for some time you might benefit from taking a core maths unit before joining the course)
- English at National 5
Progression and Articulation Routes
- Progression onto HNC Engineering Systems, Mechanical Engineering or Petroleum Engineering
Career options
- Engineering technician
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midlothian Campus | Full time | 28/08/23 | 41 Weeks |
