Engineering (Mechatronics) Higher National Certificate - HNC

**This course will develop students' abilities and confidence to work across different engineering functions and to lead, manage and respond to change and tackle a range of complex engineering situation. Completion of the eight units of study will provide the core skills required for a range of careers in engineering, specifically those related to mechatronics. You will gain insight into mechatronics engineering operations and the impact that new digital and software technologies have on the engineering environment.\
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The HNC Mechatronics provides a solid grounding in mechatronics on which students can build by progression to a Level 5 HND in Engineering and continuing or entering employment in this field.**

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This Higher National Qualification is delivered as part of the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GM IoT), a regional partnership of leading colleges, universities and employers. As a GM IoT student, you will join an industry-focused learning community and may benefit from a range of industry-led learning opportunities. These opportunities can include access to innovative facilities, industry-inspired projects, workplace visits, guest speakers, mentoring, competitions and other activities that help you develop the specialist, in-demand skills required in your chosen sector. The additional opportunities offered through the GM IoT varies based on employer availability and project activity, but membership ensures you are part of a network committed to preparing the region's future technical workforce.**

**The Engineering Design unit explores the design process, from client brief to planning, design specification and evaluation. Essential for problem solving, is your ability to apply algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics and probability, which are the focus of the Engineering Maths unit. Alongside this you will develop an understanding of electrical and electronic principles.\
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You will at the same time develop academic study skills including active research, effective writing, analytical and critical thinking skills, problem solving and the use of digital technology.**

**On completion you may progress to one of our Level 5 HND Engineering qualifications.\
Students may then choose to complete an undergraduate degree with a Level 6 top up, such as:\
BEng (Hons) Engineering (Mechatronics)\
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics\
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems\
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Computer Systems Engineering\
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines**

**On completion, you may consider roles such as:\
Mechatronics Technician\
Engineering Manufacturing Technician\
Assistant Project Manager**

Two years part-time with one full day attendance per week, or one year full-time with the equivalent of two full day attendance per week.

hours (1 day) part-time or 12 hours (2 days) full-time.

For further information please email HEenquiries@tcg.ac.uk

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.