Level 4
HE & Higher Skills!Adult
Engineering
HNC in Manufacturing Engineering for England HTQ (Full Time)
This is a Level 4 Higher Technical Qualification designed to develop core manufacturing engineering knowledge and practical skills.
- Attendance - Full-time
- Duration - One year
- Start Date - 19 September
- Where - Engineering Centre
COURSE
OVERVIEW
This Level 4 HNC in Manufacturing Engineering provides a strong technical foundation for careers in modern production and engineering environments. The programme develops analytical, design and problem-solving skills aligned to industry standards and prepares learners for employment or progression to Level 5 study.
You will gain practical knowledge of manufacturing systems, quality assurance and digital technologies used in smart factories. The qualification supports progression into technician-level roles or continuation onto the HND in Manufacturing Engineering.
You will study Engineering Design, Engineering Maths, Engineering Science, Managing a Professional Engineering Project, Production Engineering for Manufacture, Quality and Process Improvement, CAD/CAM, Industry 4.0 and Industrial Robots.
You will be taught by Engineering experts and all your classes will take place at Kirklees College’s multi-million, cutting edge Engineering Centre in Huddersfield. With some of the best facilities in the industry, you will learn practical skills using the very best, cutting-edge equipment.
Finance and Funding
The cost for our HNC in total is £8000 and has a one year or two year study option.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points from:
BTEC National (Diploma or Extended Diploma) in a relevant subject
Access to HE Diploma
T Levels, A Levels
Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher with at least one subject at Advanced Higher
Appropriate Level 3 qualification
Plus
GCSE English – Grade C/4 or above
GCSE Maths – Grade C/4 or above
*For mature applicants, some relevant industrial background may be taken in lieu of A Levels/BTECs
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed by a mixture of practical skills-based tests, workplace projects, assignments and online exams.
Course Progression
Upon completion of the HNC, students can progress to the Level 5 HND in Engineering (General Engineering).
Career Progression
Mechanical Engineer, Civil Engineer, Analyst, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Technical Officer.
WHAT CAREER PATHWAYS CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO
Wide range of jobs in this industry
Excellent choice of employers in this industry
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