Mode of Study

Full-time

Start Date

13th Jan 2025, 1 year

Applications from International Students Welcome

Overview

This 6-month course gives you the skills, knowledge and understanding of both Mechanical and Electrical systems. You’ll be able to use state-of-the-art facilities at the college – such electrical and mechanical labs, and computer suites running CAD software. You’ll be taught by staff with significant engineering experience and a track record of bringing out the best in their students.

The course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at level 7.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

• 2 Highers at Grade C or above including Mathematics and a Science or Technical Subject; OR
• NC Level 6 qualification in an Engineering Subject; OR
• Other equivalent qualifications or experience

Additional selection requirements

You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we’ll make an offer based on your application form.

ESOL entry requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.

What you study

You’ll study:

• Principles of Engineering Systems.
• Engineering Communication.
• Computer Aided Draughting.
• Mechanical Engineering Principles.
• DC and AC Principles.
• Engineering Measurement and System Monitoring.
• Materials Selection.
• Information Technology.
• Communications.
• Mathematics.

After the course

Careers

Entry level jobs in industry.

Continuing Study

HND Engineering Systems at the college.

Teaching

How the course is taught

Assessment methods

Additional Information

Materials