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HNC/D in Electrical Engineering (Power) Part-time 5 HNC/D in Electronics Engineering Full-time
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HNC/D in Electronics Engineering Part-time
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Our engineering programmes have been designed to provide higher technical qualifications for an ever changing, high tech and extremely challenging industry. Programmes are designed with employers’ needs in mind, because we know that students with the skills and knowledge employers really need can access rewarding career opportunities, in a wide range of exciting industries across the globe. We currently have over 200 students studying with us who are sponsored by employers. We maintain very close links with the industry to ensure that the content of our programmes reflects current practices and anticipates future technological developments. It is a good time to be involved in a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) subject based employment. The government recognises that there is a shortage of technical skills and knowledge across the country and employers are experiencing real skills shortages, particularly at technician level and above.
that employers require. Skills such as analytical methods, business acumen, technical knowledge, communication and a real focus on problem solving. These courses provide candidates with an ideal means to access this exciting industry and carve out a career of their choice. Locally, significant developments are planned, particularly around offshore wind farms, nuclear power, and power generation and distribution. This means that engineering skills will be in higher demand than ever, which in turn means fantastic opportunities for our students.
We have developed our Higher National Certificates and Higher National Diplomas to develop the range of skills in our candidates
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HNC/D in Electrical Engineering (Power) Full-time This is a relatively new programme to address national skills shortages within the field of power engineering. It is an exciting opportunity to gain both a qualification and skills within a challenging and rewarding engineering discipline. The industry offers fantastic career paths and job prospects locally, nationally and even internationally.
Who is this course for? Course Type Full-time Duration
1 year HNC Further 1 year HND
Course Code HNC H620 HND H621 Applications Via UCAS Entry Requirements National Certificate or National Diploma, 2 A Levels or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in relevant subjects, or level 3 qualifications in maths and science or equivalent. Industrial experience may also be considered.
This programme is suitable for those who have an interest in electrical engineering, or energy, and wish to pursue a career within the sector, and those requiring the industry recognised higher technician qualification.
Course description
Our graduates either begin an exciting career in the workplace within this high-tech industry and/or continue to degree level either full or part-time.
The course, comprising eight modules (HNC) and a further eight (HND), covers the fundamental engineering and electrical concepts and skills required of a higher technician as well as providing a sound basis for further study at degree level. The course is delivered through a mixture of classroom activity, guided assignment work and examinations. Emphasis is placed on problem solving skills, and students should expect the delivery to reflect this, combined with associated mathematical concepts.
Modules include: Engineering Science • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Business Management Techniques • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Project (Design, Implement, Evaluate) • Electrical Power • Utilisation of Electrical Energy • Mechatronics
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What our graduates do
Power engineering is a term that describes the maintenance, design and manufacture of electrical power systems and networks, from generation to the consumer’s meter. This is the network that provides homes, businesses, hospitals, schools, etc., with the electrical power they need to survive and compete. It is of vital importance to the country, effectively being the blood within its veins.
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Assessment will predominantly be assignment based, but with some exams.
Work within the energy sector is expanding rapidly in this area. This is a great opportunity to enhance skills and take advantage of opportunities in the future.
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HNC/D in Electrical Engineering (Power) Part-time The HNC/D in Electrical Engineering (Power) is designed to help develop skills and knowledge to allow workers already employed within this sector, to engage at a higher level.
Who is this course for?
What our graduates do
Candidates currently working in an electrical engineering environment or who have experience of working within the sector.
Our graduates often use this qualification to assist their career development and increase promotional opportunities within the sector.
Course description The course, comprising eight modules (HNC) and a further eight (HND), covers the fundamental engineering and electrical concepts and skills required of a higher technician as well as providing a sound basis for further study at degree level. As with all engineering day release programmes, individual modules may be studied separately to update knowledge. The course is delivered through a mixture of classroom activity, guided assignment work and examinations. Emphasis is placed on problem solving skills and students should expect the delivery to reflect this, combined with associated mathematical concepts.
2 years HNC Further 2 years HND
Applications Direct to Colchester Institute Entry Requirements National Certificate or National Diploma, 2 A Levels or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in relevant subjects, or level 3 qualifications in maths and science or equivalent. Industrial experience may also be considered.
Modules include:
Assessment will predominantly be assignment based but with some exams.
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Course Code ZT30361
Course content Engineering Science • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Business Management Techniques • Electrical and Electronic Principles • Project (Design, Implement, Evaluate) • Electrical Power • Utilisation of Electrical Energy • Mechatronics
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Professional engineers are at the forefront of the new technological age and are highly valued within industry. They form the backbone of research and development in their field. Validated by
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HNC/D in Electronics Engineering Full-time Electronics and telecommunications underpin every aspect of contemporary life, in health, leisure, industry and education. These sectors need an expanding, skilled workforce. By the end of the course, students will have a good understanding of modern electronic systems, along with the use of microprocessors and computers in the electronic industry.
Course Type Full-time Duration
1 year HNC Further 1 year HND
Course Code HNC H610 HND 016H Applications Via UCAS Entry Requirements National Certificate or National Diploma, 2 A Levels or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in relevant subjects or level 3 qualifications in maths and science or equivalent. Industrial experience may also be considered.
Who is this course for?
What our graduates do
This programme is suitable for those who have an interest in advanced electronics engineering/manufacturing and wish to extend experience in problem solving techniques, and those requiring the industry recognised, higher technician qualification.
Our graduates either begin an exciting career in the workplace within this high-tech industry or/and continue to degree level either full or part-time.
Course description The course, comprising eight modules (HNC) and a further eight (HND), covers the fundamental electronic engineering concepts and skills required of a higher technician, as well as providing a sound basis for further study at degree level. The course is delivered through a mixture of classroom activity, guided assignment work and examinations. Emphasis is placed on problem solving skills and students should expect the delivery to reflect this, combined with associated mathematical concepts.
Course content Modules include: Engineering Science • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Business Management Techniques • Electrical and Electronic and Digital Principles • Project (Design, Implement, Evaluate) • Combinational and Sequential Logic • Mechatronics • Measurement and Testing
The facilities for Electronics Engineering at Colchester are fantastic!
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HNC/D in Electronics Engineering Part-time The HNC/D in Electronics Engineering is designed to help develop skills and knowledge to allow workers all ready in this sector to engage at a higher level.
Who is this course for?
What our graduates do
This course is for candidates currently working in a mechanical engineering environment or who have experience of working within the sector. This programme is suitable for those who have an interest in advanced electronics engineering/manufacturing and wish to extend experience in problem solving techniques, and those requiring the industry recognised, higher technician qualification.
Our graduates are highly skilled and this programme should enable a technician to carry out responsible duties consistent with higher technician status.
Course description
Modules include: Engineering Science • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Business Management Techniques • Electrical and Electronic and Digital Principles • Project (Design, Implement, Evaluate) • Combinational and Sequential Logic • Mechatronics • Measurement and Testing
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Duration
2 years HNC Further 2 years HND
Course Code ZT30631
The course, comprising eight modules (HNC) and a further eight (HND), covers the fundamental electronic engineering concepts and skills required of a higher technician, as well as providing a sound basis for further study at degree level. As with all engineering day release programmes, individual modules may be studied separately to update knowledge. The course is delivered through a mixture of classroom activity, guided assignment work and examinations. Emphasis is placed on problem solving skills and students should expect the delivery to reflect this, combined with associated mathematical concepts.
Course content
Course Type
Applications Direct to Colchester Institute Entry Requirements National Certificate or National Diploma, 2 A Levels or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in relevant subjects or level 3 qualifications in maths and science or equivalent. Industrial experience may also be considered.
The electronic labs are well equipped and provide both simulated and hands-on electronics experience.
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HNC/D in Engineering (Mechanical) Full-time This programme is an industry recognised qualification that builds skills currently in high demand by employers. It provides access to exciting opportunities within a challenging and rewarding sector with fantastic career paths and many job prospects both locally, nationally and even internationally.
Course Type Full-time Duration
1 year HNC Further 1 year HND
Course Code HNC H300 HND 003H Applications Via UCAS Entry Requirements National Certificate or National Diploma, 2 A Levels or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in relevant subjects, or level 3 qualifications in maths and science or equivalent. Industrial experience may also be considered.
Who is this course for?
What our graduates do
This programme is suitable for those who have an interest in advanced engineering or manufacturing and wish to extend experience in mechanical engineering and problem solving techniques, and those requiring the industry recognised, higher technician qualification.
Our graduates either begin an exciting career in the workplace within this high-tech industry and/or continue to degree level either full or part-time.
Course description The course, comprising eight modules (HNC) and a further eight (HND), covers the fundamental engineering concepts and skills required of a higher technician, as well as providing a sound basis for further study at degree level. The course is delivered through a mixture of classroom activity, guided assignment work and examinations. Emphasis is placed on problem solving skills and students should expect the delivery to reflect this, combined with associated mathematical concepts.
Course content Modules include: Engineering Science • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Business Management Techniques • Mechanical Principles • Project (Design, Implement, Evaluate) • Materials Engineering • Dynamics of Machines • Mechatronics
This qualification is highly regarded by local employers, it will offer students a broad understanding of the typical tasks and requirements of engineering professionals.
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HNC/D in Engineering (Mechanical) Part-time This is a flexible programme which provides individuals with a range of disciplines to help them develop skills to progress their career within this sector.
Who is this course for?
What our graduates do
Candidates currently working in a mechanical engineering environment or who have experience of working within the sector. This programme is suitable for those who have an interest in advanced engineering/manufacturing and wish to extend experience in problem solving techniques, and those requiring the industry recognised, higher technician qualification.
Our graduates often use this qualification to assist their career development and increase promotional opportunities within the sector.
Course description The course, comprising eight modules (HNC) and a further eight (HND), covers the fundamental engineering concepts and skills required of a higher technician as well as providing a sound basis for further study at degree level. As with all engineering day release programmes, individual modules may be studied separately to update knowledge. The course is delivered through a mixture of classroom activity, guided assignment work and examinations. Emphasis is placed on problem solving skills and students should expect the delivery to reflect this, combined with associated mathematical concepts.
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Part-time
Duration
2 years HNC Further 2 years HND
Course Code ZT31751 Applications Direct to Colchester Institute Entry Requirements National Certificate or National Diploma, 2 A Levels or a Vocational A Level (AVCE) in relevant subjects, or level 3 qualifications in maths and science or equivalent. Industrial experience may also be considered.
Course content Modules include: Engineering Science • Analytical Methods for Engineers • Business Management Techniques • Mechanical Principles • Project (Design, Implement, Evaluate) • Materials Engineering • Dynamics of Machines • Mechatronics
It is quite a challenging programme, particularly the analytical methods, but great that it gets you thinking and well worth it in the end. Validated by
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Applying to UCAS Applications Customer Services department The Admissions team within our Customer Services department is available on (01206) 712000 to help you make an application or discuss entry or course requirements.
Colchester Institute will usually consider late applications received after the appropriate deadline and 30th June 2015 and through Clearing if places remain available.
Applying for a place
Deferred entry
All applications for entry to Colchester Institute full-time higher education courses must be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The UCAS code is shown next to the course details.
Colchester Institute accepts applications for students looking to defer entry until September 2016 for all courses. Any student applying for deferred entry would be required to meet the conditions of their offer by 31st August 2015.
Direct applications
How to apply
You may apply directly to Colchester Institute using one of our own application forms ONLY IF:
All applications for entry to courses are made online using UCAS. Apply via the UCAS website www.ucas.com. The UCAS code for Colchester Institute is CINST C75.
(a) it is your intention to study part-time or (b) you are currently undertaking a full-time degree at Colchester Institute and wish to transfer internally to another degree or (c) you are applying for postgraduate study.
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UCAS will receive applications for entry in 2015 from 1st September 2014. You are advised to apply as soon as possible and preferably before the first UCAS deadline of 15th January 2015. Art and Design courses at Colchester Institute have a deadline of 24th March 2015.
Applicants from outside the United Kingdom Overseas applicants can apply online using UCAS Apply via the UCAS website www.ucas.com. If you do not have access to the Internet, please contact the UCAS Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)870 1122211.
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CAREER GUIDANCE
Student Loans and Grants
UCAS application fee The application fee for 2015 was not available at the time of going to CLASSROOM LEARNING print. The fee for 2014 was £23 for a multiple application and £12 for a SUPPORT single choice. To confirm the application fees for 2015 please visit the UCAS website www.ucas.com for more information. Employed applicants If you are to be sponsored by your employer to study on a course with a UCAS code, you must apply through UCAS. INDIVIDUAL UCAS contact details
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UCAS, Rosehill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 3LZ. Telephone 0870 1122211.
Fees Major Government reforms to student finance commenced in 2012-2013 resulting in universities and colleges being able to charge variable fees. Universities and colleges that want to charge more than the basic fee (level not yet set for 2015-2016) must provide additional support to promote access to disadvantaged students. At the time of printing, Colchester Institute had not set course fees and support levels for 2015-2016. Once we have done so, we will update the fees pages on our website. We therefore recommend you consult our website for this information before you submit your UCAS application for entry to study in autumn 2015. These changes apply to UK and EU students wishing to study higher education in England.
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FINANCE
How much money will I need and how do I get it? Budgeting for student life is a tricky thing. The key is to be aware of the student loans and grants that are available to you, and to make sure you apply for them in good time. These can include Tuition Fee Loans, Maintenance Loans and Grants, and Disabled Students Allowance. CHILDCARE
For more information please visit the Student Finance Website at www.gov.uk/studentfinance or call 0845 300 5090. For full-time courses you apply for student finance from the January before youSTUDENT start your studies, LIFE you don’t need to wait until your UCAS offers have been made. For part-time courses, applications open in August. Is there any other money I can get? As well as student loans and grants, some students may be eligible for financial support through Access to Learning Funds which provides discretionary support to certain categories of student. If you think your financial circumstances might prevent you from attending a full-time or part-time higher education course, our Student Finance team offers information on all aspects of student finance, including the application procedures. Please contact the team on (01206) 712293 for further information.
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