Creative Centre
HNC Engineering Systems
SCQF Level: 7
This course is intended for those who want to pursue a career in engineering at technician or engineer level. The course offers students the chance to study a wide range of engineering subjects from various disciplines. An exciting part of the course is the inclusion of Units that explore environmental issues including renewable energies.
Duration
One academic year.
Aim
You will gain knowledge and expertise including Units from electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, complete system engineering, health and safety and renewable energy system engineering. These Units are specifically designed to provide students with an excellent all round feel for how today’s engineering systems work and contribute to modern life. The course includes a high practical content, allowing students to gain understanding and experience of real engineering systems.
Entry
- NC in a suitable subject or two SQA Highers – preferably in related subjects.
- Mature students with other qualifications or experience may also apply.
For those about to leave school you will not currently be able to apply online and you should ask your guidance teacher for an appliction form.
Prospects
Education: Possible progression to HND/degree level of study. Successful students will have the opportunity to progress to Edinburgh Napier University Engineering Degree Courses (direct entry into year 2).
Employment: Possible progression to an apprenticeship to qualify at technician level. The course also provides an excellent foundation for a large number of engineering and technical type jobs, from design
and manufacture to servicing, maintenance and testing of complex engineering systems.
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