Course Overview
Our Mechanical Engineering Higher National Diploma (HND) Level 5 is delivered in collaboration with University of South Wales (USW) and you will graduate from University of South Wales after successful completion of this course.
The course provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the sector. Nationally recognised by employers, the course also allows for further study at degree level and beyond.
…those who want a career in Engineering, Design, Manufacturing or Maintenance
…good problem solvers
…those who would like to achieve chartered engineer status
…students who would like to become a well qualified Mechanical Engineer or take their next step in this industry
…those looking to further their skills and expertise in Mechanical Engineering
As this course is delivered in collaboraion with USW, you will have access to all university facilities such as libraries, gyms, etc and you will be taught according to USW standards by lecturers who have PhDs or Masters in the subjects; However, you will pay much less and you can stay close to where you live or work.
Our Mechanical Engineering HND Level 5 was designed in consultation with industry; is intended to link to local industry as much as possible, both in its content and in the mode of attendance (one day per week).
Its aim is to produce a highly qualified and knowledgeable engineer who can meet the requirements of industry. This is a specialist vocational programme with a strong work related emphasis.
There is a mixture of theory and practical sessions on this course. You will study units including:
Year 1
- Thermofluids 2
- Sustainable Engineering Design
- Fundamentals of Business Engineering and Management
Year 2
- Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Mechanical Science 2
- Production Processes
You will be assessed L via assignments, coursework and class tests, as well as preparing and delivering presentations to develop your communication skills
This course is ideal for those that wish to progress their career into technician engineering positions in a wide range of companies. There is also the possibility of advancing onto the first or second year of a university degree programme.
We consider each applicant on an individual
basis, and you may receive an offer based
on qualifications and personal profile, but
normally you would need at least one of the
following:
HNC Mechanical Engineering or equivalent level
4 qualification
DD at A level
DE degrees at A level, and a C grade in the
Welsh Baccalaureate
Access to Higher Education where you have
obtained a Pass Diploma with 45 Passes
In addition to: Passes in three GCSE subjects
at grade C or above, including Mathematics
and English Language (or equivalent).
You will also develop essential employability skills such as self-management, team-working, business customer awareness, problem-solving, communication, numeracy, a positive attitude to work.
You will need to supply your own stationery e.g. folders, subject dividers, pens, pencils, rule and scientific calculator.
