Civil Engineering for England (HTQ) HNC

<strong>This HNC Civil Engineering for England, Higher Technical Qualification course is taught by Bolton College on behalf of the University of Greater Manchester.</strong><br/><br/><strong>In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide.</strong><br/><br/>Our part-time day-release Level 4 HNC in Civil Engineering for England can help turn your interest in civil engineering into a rewarding career in the industry. This approved Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) focuses on developing your civil engineering-specific and transferable knowledge and skills, ready to impress employers or continue with further study. This course contains Skills England-approved occupational standards that are highly regarded by industry. This stamp of quality shows that the course has been developed in collaboration with industry-leading employers to produce industry-ready graduates prepared for the ever-evolving civil engineering sector.<br/><br/>It covers a range of essential learning topics for all construction roles and focuses on the knowledge and skills required for the Civil Engineering Senior Technician occupation. Throughout the course, our team of highly professional teaching staff will guide you as you gain knowledge and understanding, as well as practical, professional and subject-specific skills.<br/><br/>All HNC Civil Engineering for England students receive a broad introduction to Civil Engineering and the different technical and management functions relevant to a career in this dynamic and exciting sector. Well help you to gain a sound understanding of technology, science, maths, structural design and the construction environment. Youll explore civil engineering management roles and learn important details about the regulatory, technological, social, legal and financial aspects of the civil engineering industry. Well highlight the importance of surveying, measuring and setting-out, and youll gain experience in using industry-standard software. Youll also undertake an individual construction design project, where youll have the opportunity to develop and apply your knowledge and demonstrate your practical ability.<br/><br/>Overall, our expert tutors will support you in building a wide range of civil engineering knowledge linked to practical skills gained through research, independent study, directed study and workplace scenarios. Vocational activities will help you develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for a competence). Well also help you gain key transferable skills employers highly value, such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, ready for employment or further study.