Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND)

in General Engineering

Overview
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in General Engineering is a one year, part-time/distance learning course. The course is a Level 5 programme and offers a chance to study independently, which will develop a broad range of skills such as report writing, communication and teamwork. These skills, coupled with the mandatory and specialist units studied, will provide you with the knowledge and expertise to work successfully as Electrical, Mechanical Engineer or Design Engineer.

HND in General Engineering

Modules:

• Unit 34 Research Project
• Unit 35 Professional Engineering Management
• Unit 39 Further Mathematics
• Unit 49 Lean Manufacturing
• Unit 36 Advanced Mechanical Principles
• Unit 52 Further Electrical/Electronic Principles
• Unit 47 Analogue Electronic Systems

Entry Requirements
An interview will be carried out prior to any acceptance onto the programme to establish suitability for entry. Experience will be taken into account for mature applicants.
SETA will recruit candidates to this programme with integrity. We will ensure applicants have the required qualification and/or experience, considering whether this profile indicates that they have met the prerequisite entry requirements.

Successful completion of:

• HNC in Mechanical/Electrical or General Engineering qualification

Course Duration
The HND course will run for 2 years on a part-time/distance learning basis. Learners will be required to attend the centre for a limited number of days during the academic year for assignment and tutorial sessions. Learners will be required to undertake independent learning (projects, assignments and research) away from SETA. All learners will have access to their subject tutors via the Onefile e-portfolio and email/phone support. Learners will be given all contact details on commencement of the course.

Course Assessment
Assessment will be by means of assignments, projects, presentations and time controlled assignments. All the above will provide evidence against the BTEC learning outcomes and assessment criteria, which will be discussed in detail with you by the delivery team.

Progression
The BTEC Higher National Diploma has been developed with career progression and recognition by professional bodies in mind. SETA is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineering (IMechE). Successful completion of the course will enable learners to progress on to a Degree in Engineering.

Course Fees
The course fees are £3900 per year.
(Discounts can be negotiated for member companies and multiple enrolments.)

To apply for September 2022 start, please contact Julie Burns:

jburns@setatraining.com