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Engineering (Mechanical)

Submitted by aamber on 2 February 2012 - 12.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

BTEC Subsidiary/Extended Diploma

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

Would you like to go into product design, manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering at technician level? Do you like to work out how things go together? Are you good with your hands? Our course will prepare you with the practical craftsmanship and technical know-how you will need to demonstrate to an employer that you will be a valuable asset to their business.

 

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • an engineering-based foundation degree at the College
  • an Apprenticeship
  • a wide range of careers in the engineering industry.

 

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four to five GCSEs at Grades A*-C (including English, science and maths (higher maths) at grades A*-B), or a level 2 diploma at merit grade
  • an intermediate GNVQ in a related subject which includes maths and science
  • a BTEC first diploma in a related subject with a merit profile
  • an NVQ level 2/technical certificate in a related subject
  • equivalent qualifications.

 

Duration 

Two Years, which includes 2 terms for Subsidiary (NDMA) and 4 terms for Extended (NDME)

Run On Demand? 

No

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

Assessment is through a programme of coursework and formal assessment working within agreed timescales. There are exams in functional skills.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The subsidiary diploma includes:

  • health and safety in the engineering workplace
  • mechanical principles and applications
  • maths for engineering technicians
  • properties and applications of engineering materials
  • engineering drawing for technicians
  • selecting and using programmable logic controllers.

There is also a requirement to complete functional skills and a welding unit.

For those continuing onto the extended diploma, another 12 units are studied including further maths and project modules:

  • communication for engineers
  • engineering project
  • further mechanical principles and applications
  • engineering primary forming processes
  • computer aided drafting
  • mechanical measurement and inspection techniques
  • further maths for engineering technicians
  • applications of mechanical systems in engineering
  • principles and applications of fluid mechanics
  • engineering design
  • engineering secondary and finishing techniques.

When can I study? 

Various days and times

Mechanical Design and Manufacture

Submitted by admin on 14 December 2011 - 2.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Higher National Certificate (awarded by Plymouth University)

Level 

Level Four
Level Five

What's it all about? 

Engineers who design, analyse, test, produce and use all types of mechanical systems need to take a strong scientific, analytical approach to their work.This course will not only train you to a very high standard in these methods but also add to them a range of other vital competencies such as report writing, time management and budgeting. It will help you develop your ability to solve problems.

 

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • the final year of the Mechanical Design and Manufacture Foundation Degree at the College with one year's further study. You may then apply to progress on to the final year of the Marine and Composite Technology degree at Plymouth University
  • a career within the mechanical design and manufacturing industries.

Entry Requirements 

Dependent upon the course, we welcome applications from people who have:

  • 60-120 UCAS tariff points
  • a BTEC national award in a related subject
  • a 14-19 advanced diploma
  • an advanced Apprenticeship
  • an NVQ level 3 in a related subject
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

Two years

Business Benefits 

This HNC offers broad modules which reflect the demands of the industry. It is designed to develop the student's mechanical engineering design skills, providing a sound foundation in the supporting principles of science, mathematics and manufacturing methods.

Run On Demand? 

No

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

Modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework, in-class tests and examinations

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course includes the following modules:

  • business management techniques
  • analytical methods for engineers
  • engineering science/engineering design project
  • mechanical principles
  • fluid mechanics
  • engineering materials
  • computer-aided design (CAD) techniques/advanced CAD
  • health, safety and risk assessment
  • plant and process principles
  • statistical process control
  • design for manufacture
  • manufacturing processes
  • planning and scheduling
  • quality assurance and management.

When can I study? 

Part-time (day plus evening class)

Mechanical Design and Manufacture

Submitted by admin on 9 December 2011 - 1.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Foundation Degree, FdSc (awarded by Plymouth University)

Level 

Level Five

UCAS Code 

H711

What's it all about? 

Engineers who design, analyse, test, produce, and use all types of mechanical systems need to take a strong scientific, analytical approach to their work. Our foundation degree will not only train you to a very high standard in these methods but also add to them a range of other vital competencies such as report writing, time management and budgeting.

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • the final year of the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Design and Manufacture, or the second year of the BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering or the BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Composites degrees at Plymouth University
  • enter employment in the industry.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need to have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade C or above including maths and science, and one of the following:

  • 120 UCAS tariff points - to include a science or maths based subject
  • an NVQ Level 3 (in a science or maths based subject)
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

Two years

Business Benefits 

This foundation degree offers broad modules which reflect the demands of the industry. It is designed to develop the student's mechanical engineering design skills, providing a sound foundation in the supporting principles of science, mathematics and manufacturing methods.

Run On Demand? 

No

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

Modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework, in-class tests and examinations.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The course includes the following modules:

  • business management techniques
  • analytical methods for engineers
  • engineering science
  • engineering design project
  • mechanical principles
  • fluid mechanics
  • engineering materials
  • compuet-aided design (CAD) techniques / advanced CAD
  • health, safety and risk assessment
  • plant and process principles
  • statistical process control
  • design for manufacture
  • manufacturing processes
  • planning and scheduling
  • quality assurance and management.

When can I study? 

Various days and times plus an evening class

Engineering

Submitted by admin on 6 December 2011 - 11.45 pm
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Diploma

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

If you are not sure which branch of engineering will suit your skills and personality, and don’t want to make a decision too soon, then our course will give you the chance to keep your options open whilst learning at the same time. You’ll cover all the basics in mechanical and marine engineering for the manufacturing sector, which should give you enough of an insight to be able to choose the area that will inspire you.

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • any level 3 engineering course offered at the College
  • an Apprenticeship
  • enter directly into employment.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four GCSEs at grades C-F (including grade D in English and science, grade C or D in maths or a level 1 diploma at merit grade)
  • a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ Level 1/technical certificate in a related subject
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

One year

Are there any exams? 

All units have assignments which are assessed against national grading criteria. There are exams in functional skills.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The following units will be studied:

  • working safely in the engineering workplace
  • interpreting and using engineering information
  • maths for engineering technicians
  • applied electrical and mechanical science for engineers
  • selecting engineering materials
  • engineering assembly methods and technology
  • using computer aided design techniques in engineering
  • fabrication techniques and sheet metal work
  • casting and moulding engineering components.

There is also a requirement to complete functional skills, progression awards and a welding unit.

When can I study? 

Three days a week

Mechanical Engineering

Submitted by admin on 16 August 2011 - 1.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

BTEC Diploma

Level 

Level Three

What's it all about? 

This course provides the basis for a professional engineering career in the mechanical or manufacturing industry. The course studies the use of new technology in engineering but also relies heavily on the academic study of maths, science and materials engineering. The course is for students employed in an engineering environment.

Progression 

This qualification may enable you to progress to the Foundation Degree in Mechanical Design and Maintenance or Marine Engineering.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four to five GCSEs at grades A*-C (including English and science at grades A*-C and maths (higher maths)at grades A*-B)
  • an intermediate GNVQ in a related subject and includes maths and science
  • a BTEC first diploma in a related subject with a merit profile
  • an NVQ Level 2 / technical certificate in a related subject
  • equivalent qualifications

The minimum age for entry is 16.

Duration 

Two years

Business Benefits 

This programme is designed for those working in a general mechanical engineering environment.

Run On Demand? 

No

Roll On Roll Off? 

No

Are there any exams? 

You will be continuously assessed through assignments.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

The following units will be studied:

  • properties and applications of engineering materials
  • communications for technicians
  • mathematics for technicians
  • mechanical principles and applications
  • health and safety.

When can I study? 

Various days and times plus an evening class

Performing Manufacturing Operations

Submitted by admin on 7 June 2011 - 9.45 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

NVQ Diploma - EAL

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This qualification is ideally suited to both the experienced operator looking for a formal qualification recognising their expertise, or someone new to the role who is following a training programme in manufacturing operation. PMO can usually be easily matched to the company training programme, which means new staff could be following the qualification from day one!

To achieve the full award, you must complete six units which include one mandatory unit and four assessment units.

Progression 

Successful completion of this course will possibly enable you to progress to level 3 qualifications at the College.

Entry Requirements 

n our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four GCSEs at grades D-F (including English and maths)
  • a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ level 1 / technical certificate in a related subject
  • successful completion of the Jumpstart programme
  • successful completion of the PLP / Prince's Trust programme
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

52 Weeks

Business Benefits 

A motivated workforce and better qualified staff.

Are there any exams? 

You will need to collect a variety of evidence such as statements, observations and testimonies to build a portfolio. All of this will be under the guidance of an assessor. Once the criteria for each unit have been met, the unit will be signed off as competent.

It is a requirement of enrolment that you submit work, contact or meet with your assessor at least once a month in order to avoid being withdrawn. Before enrolling you need to consider this point carefully in order to be sure that you are able to commit to participating on this basis.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

UNIT OVERVIEW

Mandatory units

Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements

Assessment units (one from following)

  • Promoting effective working relationships
  • contributing to effective team working

Assessment units (three from following)

  • Transferring materials
  • Preparing for manufacturing operations
  • Concluding manufacturing operations
  • Ensuring effective handover of manufacturing operations
  • Receiving and checking incoming materials
  • Controlling manufacturing operations
  • Improving effectiveness in the workplace
  • Analysing the results of inspection and confirming quality of production
  • Recording and reporting inspection and test results

Job specific assessment units (one from the following)

  • Transferring materials
  • Producing shaped products
  • Producing products by assembly operations
  • Producing joined products
  • Producing products by processing
  • Producing formed products
  • Finishing products
  • Producing moulded products
  • Producing packaged products
  • Making products using computer controlled equipment

When can I study? 

In the workplace, once a month

College Celebrates Students’ Success

Submitted by psmith on 14 January 2011 - 12.29 pm

Staff and students at City College Plymouth are celebrating today after the City’s league tables showed that the College was ranked fourth* out of the fifteen non-selective schools and colleges in the City. The College’s average points score per exam entry is 208.7.

George Adaway

Submitted by hshort on 29 October 2010 - 1.01 pm
Course: 
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering

George Adaway

I have recently completed my first year of study in architecture design and structures at Plymouth University and am now progressing on to the full Architecture degree this September.

Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering

Submitted by admin on 24 September 2010 - 10.46 am
Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

NVQ Diploma - EAL

Level 

Level Two

What's it all about? 

This qualification is ideally suited to both the experienced operator looking for a formal qualification, recognising your expertise, or someone new to the role who is following a training programme in manufacturing operation. Manufacturing mechanical engineering can usually be easily matched to acompany training programme.

To achieve the full award, you must complete the mandatory units and meet the requirements for your chosen pathway.

Progression 

Upon successful completion you may progress to an appropriate level 3 course at the College.

Entry Requirements 

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of course you will need one of the following:

  • four GCSEs at grades D-F (including English and maths)
  • a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
  • an NVQ level 1 / technical certificate in a related subject
  • successful completion of the Jumpstart programme
  • successful completion of the PLP / Prince's Trust programme
  • equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration 

Six to nine months

Business Benefits 

A motivated workforce and qualified staff.

Are there any exams? 

You will need to collect a variety of evidence such as statements, observations and testimonies to build a portfolio. All of this will be under the guidance of an assessor. Once the criteria for each unit have been met, the unit will be signed off as competent.

Course Content

What does the course involve? 

Mandatory units

  • Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements.
  • Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation.
  • Working efficiently and effectively in engineering.

There are five pathways that may be pursued depending upon the jobs that you perform (one to be chosen from the following).

  • Machine operating pathway.
  • NC / CNC machine operating pathway.
  • Production assembly pathway.
  • Composite manufacture pathway.
  • Optical ngineering pathway.

When can I study? 

Various days and times - delivered in the workplace

Pepper Communications

Submitted by psmith on 18 August 2010 - 10.16 am

PepperPepper Communications was one of the first employers to join the Employer Endorsement Scheme - one year on and the company has just taken on two of the College’s engineering students as full-time employees.

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