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Engineering Systems

West Lothian College

Content

This course is intended for those wishing to pursue a career in engineering at more advanced technician or engineer level. The course offers students the chance to study a wide range of engineering subjects from various disciplines.

The course includes:

Engineering measurement and systems monitoring; Mathematics for engineering 3; Safety engineering and the environment; Engineering systems: graded unit 2; Principles of safe engineering systems; Design for manufacture; Engineering systems analysis: system modelling and control; Project management; Business awareness.

Entry Requirements

HNC in Engineering Systems, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Interview and aptitude test.

Progression Routes

Possible progression to Degree level of study. Successful students will have the opportunity to progress to Edinburgh Napier University Engineering Degree Courses (direct entry into year 3).

Start Date

August

Qualification

HND

Study Method

Part time (day release)

Course Length

4 years

Department

Engineering

SCQF Level

8

Career Area

Engineering

Career Sectors

Aeronautical Engineering

Chemical and Materials Engineering

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Engineering General

Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering (including Fabrication and Welding)

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Offshore and Energy