This programme in Mechanical Engineering provides a specialist work-related programme of study that covers the key knowledge and competencies required in the engineering sector. The programme provides a nationally recognised qualification offering opportunities for career progression and professional development for students in employment. To support the students in their learning, the programme draws on experience and expertise from staff who are not only subject specialists but who also collaborate closely with industry to ensure that the programme meets industry needs.
Course details
| Qualification name | HND in Mechanical Engineering |
|---|---|
| Qualification level | 5 |
| Awarding organisation | University of Teesside |
| Learning method | Classroom based |
| Course hours | Part-time |
| Course start date | Flexible |
| Cost description | This course is an award of Teesside University delivered in partnership with Darlington College. Course fee is paid directly to Teesside. Full details of course fees are available from Teesside University on 01642 342172. |
| Attendance pattern | Daytime |
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Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.
Level 4 HND Engineering related subject and GCSE Grade 4+ in Maths and English.
View the key features of this course.
The BTEC Higher National programmes are nationally endorsed programmes for Engineering apprenticeship and supported by industry. The core project module allows the students the opportunity to use the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the programme. Students are encouraged to choose a work-based project if they are employed in an appropriate industrial sector. The programme is developed in-line with local industrial needs and advances within the engineering sector. The colleges deliver fundamental engineering subjects to equip students to work as technicians in environments including maintenance, installation and design.
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These programmes are recognised for their vocational nature and the inherent flexibility which allows the programmes to be tailored to meet local industry requirements. The programmes are designed using core modules to provide underpinning knowledge and elective modules to allow for flexibility in training needs.
Find out what material you will need.
Stationery equipment
Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.
The course assessment strategy is designed to test subject knowledge, independent thought and skills acquisition. The strategy also aims to be robust, equitable and manageable and incorporate both formative and summative assessment opportunities. Students are presented with an Assessment Schedule providing details of the submission deadlines for summative assessments. This is included in the programme handbook and individual module assessments are detailed in the module handbooks.
Completion of the HND opens up the opportunity to progress with advanced standing on to an appropriate degree programme.
HND can progress into an Honours Degree or into Engineering-based industry.
| Name | DARLINGTON COLLEGE |
|---|---|
| Address |
Central Park
Haughton Road Darlington DL1 1DR Find on Google maps |
| enquire@darlington.ac.uk | |
| Phone | 01325 503050 |
| Website | http://www.darlington.ac.uk |
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