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Engineering

Havant and South Downs College

UCAS Code: H500 | Higher National Diploma - HND

Entry requirements


A level

C,C,C

A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subjects such Maths, Physics, etc

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DM

A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering,

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

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A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering

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2years

Full-time | 2024

Our courses include the use of modern industry-standard software and equipment, use of analysis tools, CAD, electronic testing, material testing and automation. An ideal course for electro-mechanical engineers.

**Why Choose this Course?**
This is an excellent opportunity to study engineering in a college environment which could still leave students with the flexibility of studying further engineering at either a Full Time university BEng course or a Higher Apprenticeship.

The purpose of BTEC Higher Nationals in Engineering is to develop you as a professional, self-reflecting individuals so that you can meet the demands of employers in the rapidly evolving engineering sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications also aim to widen access to Higher Education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. Successful completion of the HNC (Year One) entitles you to study a further year to gain a Level 5 HND in Engineering (Year Two).

**Course Structure**
On this two year HND course at HSDC South Downs, you will study the following units:

**Year One (HNC):**
· Engineering Design
· Engineering Science
· Engineering Mathematics
· Managing a Professional Engineering Project

Plus, a combination of four more units from:
· Automation, Robotics and PLC
· Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines
· Electrical Machines
· Quality and Process Improvement
· Production Engineering for Manufacture
· Electrical & Electronic Principles
· Mechanical Principles

**Year Two (HND):**
· Research Project
· Professional Engineering Management
· Lean Manufacturing
· Further Mathematics

Plus, a combination of three more units from:
· Virtual Engineering
· Advanced Manufacturing Technology
· Industrial Systems
· Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage
· Advanced Mechanical Principles

This level of study requires additional hours allocated each week outside of college for research and writing reports.

You will be required to attend college for three days a week.

On successful completion of Year One HNC, students can progress on to Year Two HND Engineering.

**Teaching and Learning**
Classes are informal and incorporate a variety of teaching and learning methods e.g. discussion, lectures, group work and practical sessions.

The course will be delivered over two years as a full time course, over three days a week.

**Assessment**
Assessment is made through completion of assignment-based activities, reports, coursework, practical work, independent study and research. Each unit is marked at Pass, Merit or Distinction grade and these will be used to calculate a final overall grade for the qualification.

**Industry Links**
The course has been designed with local employer needs in mind and can be used as part of a Levy-Funded Higher Apprenticeship.

**Progression**
Following the completion of this course, you can progress to a top-up degree at university or Degree Apprenticeship. Career destinations include Design Engineers, Electrical or Electronic Engineers and Mechanical Engineers.

**Entry Criteria**
If you have recently been in education, the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
– Grade 9 – 4 in GCSE Mathematics – a sound mathematical ability is essential
– A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering
– A Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in relevant subjects such as Mathematics, Physics etc.

**About Us**
Our campus has a range of modern facilities to enhance students learning experience including music recording studios, gym facilities, a nursery, to our own working restaurant and beauty salon and much more. There are frequent buses from the surrounding areas and local train stations in Havant and Cosham. Located off Junction 4 of the A3(M), the College has free onsite parking.

Modules

On this two year HND course at HSDC, you will study the following units:

Year One (HNC):
· Engineering Design
· Engineering Science
· Engineering Mathematics
· Managing a Professional Engineering Project

Plus, a combination of four more units from:
· Automation, Robotics and PLC
· Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines
· Electrical Machines
· Quality and Process Improvement
· Production Engineering for Manufacture
· Electrical & Electronic Principles
· Mechanical Principles

Year Two (HND):
· Research Project
· Professional Engineering Management
· Lean Manufacturing
· Further Mathematics

Plus, a combination of three more units from:
· Virtual Engineering
· Advanced Manufacturing Technology
· Industrial Systems
· Industrial Power, Electronics and Storage
· Advanced Mechanical Principles

Assessment methods

Assessment is made through completion of assignment based activities, reports, coursework, practical work, independent study and research. Each unit is marked at Pass, Merit or Distinction grade and these will be used to calculate a final overall grade for the qualification.

Tuition fees

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£5,995
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£5,995
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EU
£5,995
per year
Northern Ireland
£5,995
per year
Scotland
£5,995
per year
Wales
£5,995
per year

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Course location:

South Downs Campus

Department:

Engineering

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