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Overview
This is an opportunity to study an HNC in Mechanical Engineering in a female only class prior to progressing to an HND or degree-level study.
Minimum entry requirements
- 2 Highers at C pass including Maths and preferably Physics or Engineering Science; OR
- NC SCQF level 6 in mechanical engineering; OR
- other suitable work experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area.
What you study
You'll study:
- Statics and Strength of Materials.
- Thermofluids.
- Dynamics.
- Materials Selection.
- Engineering Maths 1 & 2.
- Pneumatics and Hydraulics.
- Engineering Principles.
- Computer-Aided Draughting for Engineers.
- Engineering Drawing.
- Communications.
- Introduction to Quality Management.
- DC and AC Principles.
- Personal Development Planning.
After the course
Following successful completion, you can continue to study mechanical engineering at a more advanced level or apply to work within the industry. You can also work at the Technician level or apply for an apprenticeship.
Continuing Study
Following successful completion of the HNC, you will have the opportunity to study the HND at City of Glasgow College or apply to university to study at either 2nd or 1st year depending on which institution you apply to.
How the course is taught
The course is full time (3 days per week) in our Riverside Campus. There will be a mixture of lectures and tutorials and lab-based activities.
Materials
All teaching materials will be available through our Virtual Learning platform.