Advanced (SCQF Level 7)

Manufacturing Technologies

Familiarise yourself with new and upcoming advanced manufacturing technologies that are coming into the public domain.

Advanced (SCQF Level 7)

Manufacturing Technologies

Familiarise yourself with new and upcoming advanced manufacturing technologies that are coming into the public domain.

Qualification

Advanced (SCQF Level 7)

Interests

Engineering

Why take this course?

This unit is suitable for learners who wish to gain an appreciation of recently developed Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, such as rapid prototyping and collaborative robots, as well as the types of Advanced Manufacturing Technology that are about to emerge in the near future, such as additive manufacturing.

What you will experience

The purpose of this unit is to introduce you to advanced manufacturing technologies and experiences that have recently emerged, or are about to emerge, into the public sphere. It will give you an opportunity to learn about, and use, some of the latest advanced manufacturing technologies available for industrial use.

Key Facts

Everything you need to know about applying for this course.

Entry requirements

Entry to this qualification is at the discretion of NESCol.

For entry to PDA Advanced Manufacturing, learners would benefit from having attained the skills, knowledge and understanding required by one or more of the following or equivalent qualifications and/or experience.

NC or HNC in a related discipline.
At least one Higher level pass, with appropriate supporting passes at National 5 or equivalent in appropriate subjects, desirably this would include Maths, English, and or a Science subject.
SVQ in an Engineering discipline and/or suitable relevant work experience.

Additional costs

All SQA Higher National qualifications are subject to an administration fee.

Attendance

This course requires some attendance at College, often for assessment purposes only. Please enquire about expectations for your specific course when booking.

Attendance is usually at the Aberdeen City Campus or Fraserburgh Campus.

Opportunities

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

Education at NESCol

This is mandatory unit within the PDA Advanced Manufacturing Group Award or can be taken as a single unit. Other units include:

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“My time at NESCol, and the success I achieved, wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and support of the teaching staff. I will always be grateful for the opportunity to fulfil my aspirations of further education, combined with the unique experience and the incredible peers I met along the way.”

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“From juggling working full time, being at College and still having quality time with my daughter, it was challenging at times. Despite how hectic it was it made the experience even more worthwhile for me and the whole process was highly rewarding. “

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“My family were really supportive as it was quite challenging going back to College after a 12 year gap and I was also working shifts. It required a lot of dedication and commitment, but I got there!”

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“Teaching was always something I was interested in but it was important to me to get industry experience first. I was delighted when the lecturing opportunity came up at NESCol and I am now really enjoying my time back at College but on the other side of the fence!”

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“College has improved my confidence –the lecturers guide you allowing you to work independently so that you feel a sense of achievement when something works! The atmosphere is very positive, no matter what country you come from and what language you speak.”

Kevin Simpson

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“My experience in the power generation and LNG industries show how transferrable a qualification an HNC in Engineering can be.”

Applications

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