This advanced level course will allow you to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills in a range of core engineering principals and technologies.
You will acquire a wide range of transferrable skills, highly sought after by employers, ensuring you are well-equipped for progression to further study or direct entry to employment.
This is a classroom-based academic programme at SCQF Level 7. It is broadly equivalent to three Advanced Highers, or year one of an HND or University programme.
The course addresses how to solve mechanical engineering problems with mathematical solutions, which are applied to mechanical engineering principles.
You will cover a wide range of important topics, subjects include:
Everything you need to know about applying for this course.
Candidates should have:
HNC Mechanical Engineering (SCQF Level 7).
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 several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
You could progress into year 2 of an HND in Mechanical Engineering (with added credits required).
Successful completion of this course could lead to a related degree programme.
“NESCol has a strong ethic for providing quality education which worked well with my apprenticeships.”
“I enjoyed my days in College. The staff were helpful and friendly and it was good to see my classmates each week.”
“The first year went by fast as the class gelled together quickly and became a community that helped each other out, while having a laugh at the same time.”
“In my opinion, NESCol has one of the best reputations in the UK for providing engineering courses with second-to-none instructors.”
“I’m driven by feeling like I’m contributing to something important, and renewable energy is a growing and exciting sector to be involved in.”
“It’s a great industry to work in – there’s loads of pathways and opportunities. Engineering is about problem solving and teamwork and seeing how things work.”
“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.”
“I am more of a hands on sort of guy so the apprenticeship route worked for me.”
“The best thing for your career is to have the qualifications to reflect the knowledge you have.”
“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. “
This course is only available to pupils in S6 across Aberdeen, giving pupils the opportunity to experience life as a College student whilst staying on at school.
Please note, applications for schools courses must be submitted by a member of school staff.
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