This course has been designed to help students in Cornwall and the south-west develop their knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering. The Higher National Diploma will provide them with an understanding of theory and a range of skills to enable them to gain employment across a range of practice. The course emphasises a deeper professional practice and gives the opportunity for producing an appropriate portfolio that demonstrates a growing professional expertise.
The Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of some sector-specific skills and experience through the specialist units in each pathway, with the opportunity to pursue a particular interest through the appropriate selection of optional units. Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace activities.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1:
Engineering Design
Engineering Maths
Engineering Science
Managing a Professional Engineering Project
Mechanical Principles
Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines
Mechanical Workshop Practices
Computer Aided Design and Manufacture (CAD/CAM)
Year 2:
Research Project (30 credits)
Professional Engineering Management
Advanced Mechanical Principles
Virtual Engineering
Further Mathematics
Analogue Electronic Systems
Lean Manufacturing
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
H011
Institution code:
T85
Campus Name:
Truro Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
EU
4668.0
Year 1
England
4112.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
4112.0
Year 1
Scotland
4112.0
Year 1
Wales
4112.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
4112.0
Year 1
International
4668.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
College Road
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Truro
TR1 3XX
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