Mechatronic Engineering Foundation Degree in Engineering - FdEng

The Foundation Degree in Mechatronic Engineering is validated by Ulster University

Why study this course?\
Studying mechatronics at Level 5 offers a broad and versatile foundation in engineering principles, making it an excellent choice if you are looking to enter the engineering field or advance your career. This programme provides a comprehensive understanding of various engineering disciplines, with a slant towards manufacturing automation.

It equips you with practical skills and theoretical knowledge that are highly valued by employers, enhancing employability and opening up diverse career opportunities. Additionally, it serves as a stepping stone for further education, such as progressing to a Level 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.

About the course\
The course provides opportunities to study a diverse range of subjects which will introduce core skills required by the engineers of the future, whilst achieving a Level 5 nationally recognised, vocationally specific qualification. This Foundation Degree programme aims to equip you with a broad range of engineering skills, providing a solid foundation in general engineering principles and enabling you to explore a range of subject areas relating to mechatronic engineering.

How will it make me more employable?\
Ulster University and South Eastern Regional College are committed to delivering learning that is rooted in the real world and to develop work-ready graduates with the professional skills and behaviours that employers need. The course will help you develop a wide range of skills including, but not limited to:

Technical Skills

• Practical CAD skills to produce 2D/ 3D engineering drawings

• Practical CAM skills for use with CNC machining

• Practical skills for designing and building electronic devices and circuits

• Practical skills required to design, implement and test embedded systems

• Practical skills to design, implement and test the application of PLCs

• Practical skills to design and operate fluid power systems

• Develop an understanding and application of mechanical and electrical principles

• Project Management Skills

• Business Improvement Techniques

Employability Skills\
• Critical Thinking

• Emotional Intelligence\
• Entrepreneurship\
• Leadership\
• Reflective Practice\
• Decision Making\
• Team Working

Where will it take me?\
Successful completion of this course will enable you to apply for jobs in the engineering industry or alternatively, you would be eligible to apply to related degree programmes where you will normally be able to start at second year of entry.

Linked Degree Programme- Students who successfully complete the Foundation Degree traditionally progress to one of the following areas:\
• Direct Entry to Year 2 of Level 6 Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronic Engineering in Ulster University (you must have achieved at least 50% in Level 4 Engineering Mathematics and in all Level 5 modules, and the BEng Hons will take two years)\
• Other Degree Programmes- Students that wish to further their studies may undertake a related Level 6 qualification, at other universities. Entry requirements and year of entry are subject to the university.

Employment -This Foundation Degree programme has been designed to equip students with the knowledge required to thrive in the changing world of work and can open doors to various career opportunities, including roles such as:\
• Engineering Technician: Working on the design, development, and maintenance of engineering systems\
• Quality Engineer: Ensuring products meet quality standards and managing quality control processes\
• Maintenance Engineer: Overseeing maintenance operations and ensuring machinery and equipment are in optimal working condition\
• Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement Engineer: Involved in the production process, ensuring efficient and effective manufacturing operations