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Marine Engineering

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Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body 

Foundation Degree, FdSc (awarded by Plymouth University)

Level 

Level Five

UCAS Code 

J602

What's it all about? 

Are you interested in science and technology, in the marine and offshore engineering industry? As a marine engineer you will need to be responsible, safety conscious and a good team worker. We will teach you crucial skills so you will understand the design, construction, operation and maintenance of engines and machinery in ships and marine installations.

Progression 

On successful completion you may progress to:

  • the final year of the BSc (Hons) Mechanical Design and Manufacture or the BSc (Hons) Marine and Composite Technology, or the second year of the BEng (Hons) Marine Technology degree at Plymouth University
  • enter employment in the industry.

 

Entry Requirements 

We welcome applications from those who have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade C or above including maths and science, and one or more of the following:

  • 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 

Educate marine engineering students to be competent engineers, promote an active interest in marine engineering and encourage students to respond to changes and developments within their profession. It will also provide knowledge and understanding of current theories and developments in marine engineering.

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/design
  • naval architecture
  • health, safety and risk assessment
  • plant and process principles
  • mechanical principles
  • naval architecture
  • engineering materials
  • compuet-aided design (CAD) techniques
  • digital and analogue devices and circuits
  • planning and scheduling, and instrumentation and control
  • thermodynamics
  • marine propulsion systems.

When can I study? 

Various days and times during the day, plus an evening class
Course Facts

1 August 2012

Part-time

Kings Road Centre

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details.

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

No level information available

UX2794


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

September

Full-time

Kings Road Centre

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

No level information available

UF2794


Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.

Click here to request an application form be sent to you through the post or download a printable copy.

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