2012 Prospectus Institute of Mechanical Engineering by David Vella

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Institute of MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Mechanical engineering is a crucial aspect of any modern knowledge-based economy. It embraces various industries, including transportation, such as the maritime, aviation and motor vehicle sectors, as well as manufacturing and plant maintenance, which incorporates the production of virtually all consumer goods and industrial equipment and materials. Through a combination of theory, practical assignments and project work, our Level 1 to Level 6 courses are specifically designed to help you acquire the required competences and qualifications to launch a successful career in the thriving, technology-driven world of engineering.

MCAST Institute of Mechanical Engineering Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032 00356 2398 7450 00356 2398 7490 ime@mcast.edu.mt Director: Ing Aurelio Micallef Grimaud Deputy Directors: Mr David Bonello, Ing Raymond Francis Vassallo

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MQF Level

Course Code

Course Title

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MCAST Introductory Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Level 1*

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12/01/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Level 2*

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12/01/03

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12/01/04 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (C&G 2850)

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12/01/05A Diploma in Accident Repair Body and Paint (C&G 4291)

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12/01/06A

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12/01/07A Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (C&G 4290)

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12/01/08A

MCAST Diploma for Polymer Process Technicians*

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12/01/09

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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12/01/09A

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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12/01/10

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

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12/01/10A

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

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12/01/11

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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12/01/12

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

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12/01/13

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Operations Engineering

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12/01/14

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering

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12/01/15

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Plant)

12/01/21

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Plant)

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12/01/16

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)

12/01/22

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)

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12/01/17

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marine Engineering

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12/03/17

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

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12/01/18

MCAST Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course (Leading to EASA Part-66 CAT B 1.1 Examinations)

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12/01/19

MCAST Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course (Leading to EASA Part-66 CAT B2 Avionics

Examinations)

12/01/20

EASA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Category A Licence Course

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MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 3

Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (C&G 4290)

All Levels are based on the Malta Qualifications Framework. Refer to the last page of this Prospectus for further details. Il-Livelli huma bbażati fuq il-Qafas għall-Kwalifiki ta’ Malta. Aktar dettalji jinsabu fl-aħħar paġna ta’ dan il-Prospett.

* Provisionally classified at this level by the Malta Qualifications Council. Proviżorjament klassifikat f’dan il-livell mill-Kunsill Malti għall-Kwalifiki.

MCAST reserves the right to effect changes to the contents of programmes according to changing needs and circumstances. L-MCAST jirriżerva d-dritt li jagħmel tibdil fil-kontenut tal-programmi skond il-ħtieġa u ċ-ċirkostanzi.

After completing my Higher National Diploma, the MCAST degree top-up course gave me the opportunity to continue studying, through MCASTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands-on approach, to become a mechanical engineer specialised in manufacturing engineering.

Pierre Rotin, Reading for a BSc (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)

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At MCAST I found a combination of academic and practical learning, strong values, and a team of experienced staff who guided me in every step I made. This is just what I needed to establish my career in aviation maintenance.

Yolanda Dimech, Aviation Maintenance Technician at Maintenance Centre Munich Completed MCAST’s Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Category ‘A’ Licence Course

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120101

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Perform simple mechanical engineering tasks 2. Follow safety requirements when performing basic engineering tasks 3. Communicate effectively through verbal, written and ICT methods 4. Use and interpret basic engineering data.

This programme provides an opportunity to students who are in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to enter vocational training and to improve their key skills in English and Mathematics in particular. It is important to point out that you will stand to benefit if you progress to the Level 2 Foundation Certificate course the following year. If you are aiming for skilled employment you will certainly need further training. The Introductory Certificate will provide you with the basic trade skills to carry out simple tasks, and to work and study under direct supervision.

Dan il-programm huwa opportunità tajba għal dawk l-istudenti li jkollhom iċ-Ċertifikat tatTmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja, biex jieħdu taħriġ vokazzjonali u jtejbu l-ħiliet tagħhom, fosthom l-Ingliż u l-Matematika, li huma ta’ qofol għallfutur tiegħek. Ikun jaqbel lilek jekk tkompli bl-istudji tiegħek fil-Foundation Certificate fis-sena ta’ wara. U jekk qiegħed taspira għal impjieg li jitlob ħila f’dik li hi sengħa, jeħtieġlek tkompli titħarreġ sa mill-inqas il-Livell 4. L-Introductory Certificate jagħtik il-ħiliet bażiċi tas-sengħa biex tkun tista’ tagħmel xogħol sempliċi u biex tkun tista’ taħdem jew tistudja taħt superviżjoni.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in MECHANICAL Engineering - Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120102

Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests

The programme is designed to provide an opportunity to learners in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in an area which is close to their interests. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow. Assessment of each unit in this qualification is mainly through a system of continuous assessment and tests.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Use various basic marking, measurement and hand tools found in a mechanical workshop 2. Understand the basic electrical and electronic principles as a complement to mechanical engineering 3. Perform basic tasks related to motor vehicles 4. Apply key competences to a range of actions within a contextualised environment in mechanical engineering.

This one year foundation course provides a broad introduction to the theoretical and practical skills suitable for those students intending to start a career in one of the fields of mechanical engineering. During this time the students are given the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge in the basic subjects and learn new ones related to mechanical engineering leading them to progress to Level 3 and also gain a City & Guilds certificate in engineering.

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education

Il-kors hu maħsub li jipprovdi opportunità lil dawk li spiċċaw l-iskola obbligatorja u għandhom fil-pussess tagħhom iċ-Ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex isegwu kors fil-qasam li l-aktar hu ta’ interess għalihom. Il-kors jinkludi ammont sostanzjali ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li tgħinhom jiffurmaw idea ċara tas-sengħa jew vokazzjoni li biħsiebhom isegwu. Kull unit f’din il-kwalifika hu assessjat primarjament b’sistema ta’ assessjar kontinwu u testijiet. Dan il-kors fuq bażi ta’ sena jipprovdi introduzzjoni ġenerali għall-ħiliet teoretiċi u prattiċi adattati għal dawk l-istudenti li biħsiebhom jaqbdu karriera f’wieħed mill-oqsma tal-inġinerija mekkanika. L-istudenti jingħataw l-opportunità li jsaħħu l-għarfien tagħhom fis-suġġetti bażiċi u jitgħallmu oħrajn ġodda relatati mal-inġinerija mekkanika li jwassluhom biex jgħaddu għat-tielet livell u anki jakkwistaw ċertifikat tas-City & Guilds fl-inġinerija.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120103

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes from Mathematics, Physics, Graphical Communication, Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely and effectively in mechanical engineering fields 2. Interpret engineering related drawings and diagrams 3. Perform basic machining and fabrication processes 4. Apply mechanical and electrical principles to address basic mechanical engineering problems. Career opportunities:

• Engineering apprentice • Handyman • Fitter

This MCAST–BTEC programme is your first step in the BTEC system to embark on an engineering career. This course provides a practical, work related course. Learning takes place by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.

Dan il-programm tal-MCAST-BTEC huwa l-ewwel pass fis-sistema tal-BTEC li jaf iwasslek biex taqbad karriera fl-inġinerija. Il-kors huwa wieħed prattiku u rilevanti għad-dinja tax-xogħol. Titgħallem billi taħdem fuq proġetti u eżerċizzji li għandhom rabta sħiħa ma’ sitwazzjonijiet, attivitajiet u ħtiġijiet realistiċi.

It covers the basic knowledge and practical skills, providing a good foundation for future career opportunities in engineering. You will be exposed to a wide knowledge in related subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering Drawing and Information Technology.

Il-programm jittratta dwar għarfien bażiku u ħiliet prattiċi, u joffrilek bidu siewi għal numru ta’ karrieri fis-settur tal-inġinerija. Ikollok l-opportunità ttejjeb il-ħiliet tiegħek fis-suġġetti relatati bħalma huma l-Matematika, il-Fiżika, idDisinn Tekniku u t-Teknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni.

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MQF LEVEL 3

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (C&G 2850) 3

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120104

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: C&G Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes from Mathematics, Physics, Graphical Communication, Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely and effectively in the different mechanical engineering fields 2. Interpret drawings and their requirements 3. Carry out basic machining, welding and fabrication of simple components 4. Translate drawings into manufactured simple components. Career opportunities:

• Engineering apprentice • Handyman • Fitter

This City and Guilds programme in Engineering has a very practical approach to the subjects offered. This programme is designed to provide a work related course, where learning takes place by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. It covers the basic knowledge and practical skills, providing a good foundation for future career opportunities in engineering. You will be exposed to a wide knowledge in related subjects such as Technology, Engineering Drawing and Principles of Manufacturing. This could be your first step leading to a fruitful career in mechanical engineering.

Dan il-programm tas-City and Guilds fl-Inġinerija huwa wieħed prattiku maħsub sabiex jipprovdi taħriġ li għandu rabta mad-dinja tax-xogħol. Fil-kors inti tkun mistenni taħdem fuq proġetti li jkunu bbażati fuq sitwazzjonijiet, attivitajiet u talbiet realistiċi. Il-kors ikopri l-għarfien u l-ħiliet prattiċi meħtieġa biex l-istudent jifhem aħjar l-opportunitajiet li jistgħu jwassluh għal karriera fl-inġinerija. Tieħu wkoll bosta tagħlim f’suġġetti relatati bħal ma huma t-Teknoloġija, l-Engineering Drawing u l-Prinċipji tal-Manifattura. Dan jista’ fil-fatt ikun l-ewwel pass tiegħek fit-triq li twasslek għal karriera ta’ sodisfazzjon flinġinerija mekkanika.

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MQF LEVEL 3

Diploma in Accident Repair Body and Paint (C&G 4291)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120105A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship

Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics

protection within the automotive environment 2. Understand how to carry out removal and fitting of non-permanently fixed motor vehicle body panels 3. Be able to carry out the preparation of metal and pre-painted surfaces to accept foundation materials and paint topcoats 4. Understand how to identify, mix and apply fillers and foundation materials in vehicle refinishing.

Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course.

Career opportunities: Panel beater Sprayer

Fees: City & Guilds Registration/Examination Fees

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At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Be able to use correct personal and vehicle

The course is intended for young learners with little or no knowledge and experience of the automotive industry. You will learn how to work on routine vehicle accident repair tasks in body work under minimal supervision. The course will also provide you with the skills required to carry out paint repairs.

Il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk iż-zgħażagħ li jixtiequ jitgħallmu s-sengħa biex jaħdmu flindustrija tal-vetturi. Se titgħallem kif issewwi l-ħsarat fuq il-vetturi wara xi aċċident tat-traffiku bla ma jkollok bżonn ħafna superviżjoni. Il-kors jagħtik ukoll dawk il-ħiliet li tkun teħtieġ biex ssewwi l-ħsara fiż-żebgħa.

You will thus gain a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in automotive accident repair (panel beating) together with body paint principles.

Għaldaqstant inti jkollok kemm l-għarfien teoretiku kif ukoll il-ħiliet prattiċi biex tkun tista’ ssewwi l-ħsarat mekkaniċi tal-body (panel beating) kif ukoll dawk fejn tidħol iż-żebgħa.

You will be expected to carry out effective housekeeping practices in the automotive environment, understand how to work effectively within the organisational structure of the automotive work environment and be able to work safely when carrying out removal and replacement of exterior vehicle panels and paint jobs.

Inti se tkun mistenni tieħu ħsieb l-ambjent fejn isir ix-xogħol fuq il-vetturi u tifhem sewwa kif taħdem b’mod effettiv u bil-għaqal fi strutturi organizzattivi. Titgħallem ukoll kif taqla’ u tibdel il-pjanċi tal-metall tal-vetturi, u kif taħdem biż-żebgħa bla ma toħloq periklu għalik u għal ħaddieħor.

You will also be expected to improve your knowledge of the key skills subjects, that is Mathematics, English, Maltese, Information Technology and Personal Development.

Żomm f’moħħok li se tkun mistenni ttejjeb il-ħiliet tiegħek fis-suġġetti li huma ta’ qofol għal kull impjieg li għad trid tidħol għalih. Dawn huma l-Matematika, l-Ingliż, it-Teknoloġija talInformatika u l-Personal Development.

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Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (C&G 4290)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120106A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: City & Guilds Registration/Examination Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely when carrying out light vehicles routine maintenance 2. Use correct personal and vehicle protection within the automotive work environment 3. Understand how light vehicles steering and suspension systems operate 4. Understand how to select, use and care for hand tools and measuring devices in the automotive environment. Career opportunities:

• Motor vehicle mechanic • Service mechanic • Road side assistance mechanic

This qualification is for candidates who would like to develop their knowledge and skills in the field of motor vehicle engineering. The certification provides knowledge which may lead to employment as automobile light vehicle mechanics at tradesman level. Through the various aspects of training that the certification provides, you should be able to gain a good understanding of tools; which to use for specific purposes and how to handle them safely. You will also learn how to modify and effect repairs in the automotive environment. You will thus develop the skills of the trade, including replacement of parts as required in the periodic servicing of vehicles, to carry out light routine maintenance. You will also follow studies in the academic subjects, that is, English, Maltese, Maths, Information Technology and Personal Development.

Din il-kwalifika hija maħsuba għal studenti li jixtiequ jiżviluppaw l-għarfien u l-ħiliet tagħhom fit-tiswija tal-vetturi. Iċ-ċertifikazzjoni tista’ twasslek biex issib ix-xogħol bħala mekkanik fillivell ta’ tradesman. Permezz tal-aspetti varji ta’ taħriġ li jtik dan il-kors, inti tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar l-għodda partikolari li tintuża fis-sengħa u kif taħdem biha fil-prattika u bla periklu. Titgħallem ukoll kif issewwi l-ħsara fl-ambitu tal-vetturi. Għaldaqstant inti tkun tista’ tiżviluppa l-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa, inkluż il-bdil ta’ parts meta l-vettura tkun waslet għas-service jew biex tagħmel manutenzjoni ta’ rutina. Inti mistenni wkoll li ttejjeb il-ħiliet tiegħek fis-suġġetti li huma ta’ qofol għal kull impjieg, jiġifieri, il-Matematika, l-Ingliż, il-Malti, itTeknologija tal-Informatika u l-Personal Development.

MQF LEVEL 4

Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (C&G 4290)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120107A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: City & Guilds Registration/Examination Fees Entry Requirements: Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (C&G 4290) or 4 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics, English and Engineering Drawing At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work effectively within the organisational structure of the automotive work environment 2. Work safely when carrying out light vehicle engine diagnostic and rectification activities 3. Understand how the light vehicle transmission and driveline systems operate 4. Understand how light vehicle auxiliary electrical systems operate. Career opportunities: Motor vehicle technician Service technician VRT technician

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This qualification is for candidates wanting to develop some of the key skills and understanding in motor vehicle systems.

Din il-kwalifika hija maħsuba għall dawk li jixtiequ jiżviluppaw il-ħiliet u l-għarfien tagħhom firrigward tax-xogħol fuq il-vetturi.

You will be able to identify hazards and risks in the automotive environment and work safely with equipment, materials and products. You should also gain a good knowledge of tools and measuring devices as well as routine light vehicle maintenance.

Titgħallem tagħraf il-perikli u r-riskji fl-ambjenti fejn għaddej ix-xogħol fuq il-vetturi biex tkun tista’ taħdem kif jixraq bil-makkinarju, il-materjali u l-prodotti. Ikun jeħtieġlek tifhem sewwa l-għodda li tuża u l-istrumenti li tkejjel bihom.

You will be expected to develop an understanding of the construction and operation of common steering, suspension and braking systems (including wheels and tyres) as well as procedures involved in the inspection, serviceability, adjustments, removal and replacement of components and the evaluation of their performance. Students can also sit for the Journeyman Certificate at technician level from ETC if s/he are registered with ETC as apprentices.

Tkun mistenni tifhem kif jaħdmu l-mekkaniżmi komuni - steering, suspension, brakes, tyres – kif ukoll il-proċeduri li għandhom x’jaqsmu ma’ spezzjoni, service, bdil ta’ parts u kif tittestja x-xogħol li jkun sar. L-istudenti jistgħu jersqu għall-eżami talJourneyman bħala apprentisti fil-livell ta’ tekniku jekk ikunu reġistrati mal-ETC.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma for Polymer Process Technicians 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120108A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics, Physics Preferred: Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the science of plastic/rubber transformations 2. Apply engineering knowledge in resolving problems encountered during manufacturing 3. Maintain and improve machinery involved in the processes to optimise their performance 4. Understand the operations and failure modes of the large variety of specialised equipment. Career opportunities: Polymer process technicians Moulding technician Machine setter

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This Diploma programme is designed to prepare technicians for a career in the field of the transformation of rubbers and plastics, their different types and compositions, into finished specialised products.

Dan il-programm ta’ Diploma huwa wieħed ta’ tħejjija għal dawk li jixtiequ jaqbdu karriera bħala tekniċi fil-qasam tal-prodotti speċjalizzati li jinħadmu minn diversi tipi u kompożizzjonjiet tal-lastiku u l-plastics.

It provides a good level of knowledge in the fields of polymer sciences and manufacturing technologies. The scientific background of the technologies and processes involved, including material properties, process control and the effect of variables, such as, temperature, pressure, cycle time and other is also studied.

Il-kors jagħtik għarfien siewi fl-isfond tal-polymer sciences u t-teknoloġiji tal-manifattura. Il-bażi xjentifika tat-teknoloġiji u l-proċessi involuti, li tinkludi l-istudju tal-materjali, il-kontroll talproċessi u oqsma relatati, jagħmlu parti mill-kors.

Training is through a combination of theory and practical sessions of this latest technology in our lecture rooms and workshops, as well as at local industry leaders of this ever growing sector of manufacturing.

It-taħriġ isir fil-klassi, fil-workshops kif ukoll fl-industrija. Il-komponenti tat-teorija u dawk talprattika jintrabtu flimkien u l-istudju jirrifletti dak li wieħed jeħtieġlu jitgħallem biex ikun midħla sewwa tal-aħħar teknologiji f’dan is-settur ta’ manifattura li qed jikber.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST–BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120109

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Diploma In Engineering (Electronics) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics, Physics Preferred: Graphical Communication, Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe and identify health and

If you wish to start an interesting career as a technician in today’s highly technological area of Manufacturing Engineering, then this programme provides the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills. This qualification provides access to more specialist units and therefore broadens and deepens your experience in preparation for actual work situations. You will learn how to perform basic engineering operations in a safe and efficient manner, whilst safeguarding the environment. You will understand basic scientific and mathematical theories and how to apply these to manufacturing engineering processes such as draughting, design, problem solving, and machining. If you are successful you may choose to proceed to the Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma courses.

environmental risks related to certain processes as well as the measures are adopted to control them 2. Communicate and Interpret drawings and manuals in the technical fields concerned 3. Choose appropriate tools and manufacturing processes for the implementation of work projects 4. Apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering related problems. Career opportunities: Machine setter Machine operator Production planning officer Draughtsperson in basic (2D) mechanical engineering (AutoCad)

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Jekk tixtieq taqbad karriera bħala tekniku filqasam sofistikat tal-Inġinerija tal-Manifattura, tajjeb li tikkunsidra dan il-programm li jipprovdi kemm l-għarfien kif ukoll il-ħiliet meħtieġa. Din il-kwalifika tipprovdilek aċċess għal unitajiet ta’ studju speċjalizzati u għalhekk tkabbar l-esperjenza tiegħek bi tħejjija għad-dinja taxxogħol. Titgħallem kif tagħmel xogħol bażiku ta’ inġinerija, kif tevita l-periklu u taħdem b’manjiera effiċjenti, waqt li tieħu ħsieb l-ambjent ta’ madwarna. Tifhem it-teoriji bażiċi xjentifiċi u matematiċi u kif dawn jiġu applikati fil-kamp talmanifattura, bħad-disinn tekniku, is-soluzzjoni ta’ problemi, ix-xogħol fuq il-makni. Jekk tmur tajjeb fil-kors tkun tista’ tkompli tistudja fil-Higher National Certificate jew ilHigher National Diploma.

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MCAST–BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120109A

processes as well as the measures are adopted to control them 2. Communicate and interpret drawings and manuals in the technical fields concerned 3. Choose appropriate tools and manufacturing processes for the implementation of work projects 4. Apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering related problems.

Career opportunities:

• Machine setter • Machine operator • Production planning officer • Draughtsperson in basic (2D) mechanical engineering (AutoCad)

You will learn how to perform basic engineering operations in a safe and efficient manner, whilst safeguarding the environment. You will understand basic scientific and mathematical theories and how to apply these to manufacturing engineering processes such as draughting, design, problem solving, and machining. If you are successful you may choose to proceed to the Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma courses.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST–BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120110

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Diploma In Engineering (Electronics) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English, Mathematics, Physics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe and Identify health and environmental risks related to certain processes and what measures are adopted to control these risks 2. Communicate and interpret drawings and manuals in the technical fields concerned 3. Monitor and diagnose faults in engineering systems 4. Analyse mathematically engineering situations to provide scientific solutions. Career opportunities: Maintenance fitter / technician Plant operator Health and safety assistant officer

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If you wish to start a fulfilling career as a technician in the area of Operations and Maintenance Engineering, then this programme provides the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills for your future. You will have the opportunity to learn basic scientific and mathematical methods to apply in subjects such as thermodynamics and heat engines.

Jekk tixtieq taqbad karriera ta’ sodisfazzjon bħala tekniku fil-qasam tal-Operations and Maintenance Engineering, dan il-programm għandu jrawwem fik l-għarfien u l-ħiliet meħtieġa għall-quddiem. Ikollok l-opportunità titgħallem il-metodi bażiċi xjentifiċi u matematiċi li huma applikabbli f’suġġetti bħat-thermodynamics and heat engines.

You will be exposed to the different materials used in common engineering situations and their properties. This qualification not only provides access to more specialist units but it also broadens and deepens the learners’ experience in preparation for the real world at work.

Tiltaqa’ ma’ materjali differenti u titgħallem dwar il-kwalitajiet partikulari tagħhom u dwar l-użu tagħhom f’sitwazzjonijiet komuni tal-inġinerija. Minbarra li twasslek biex tissokta bl-istudju tiegħek f’livelli ogħla ta’ taħriġ, din il-kwalifika tkattarlek l-esperjenza tiegħek bi tħejjija għaddinja tax-xogħol.

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

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12/01/10A

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST–BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120110A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Diploma In Engineering (Electronics) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English, Mathematics, Physics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe and Identify health and environmental risks related to certain processes and what measures are adopted to control these risks 2. Communicate and Interpret drawings and manuals in the technical fields concerned 3. Monitor and diagnose faults in engineering systems 4. Analyse mathematically engineering situations to provide scientific solutions. Career opportunities: Maintenance fitter / technician Plant operator Health and safety assistant officer

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This programme should be of particular interest to those who are already employed and wish to embark on a technical career, or to those who wish to further their studies. If you wish to work as a technician in the area of Operations and Maintenance, this programme provides you with the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills. This programme will provide you with access to more specialist units and therefore broadens and deepens the learners’ experience in preparation for the actual work environment. You will have the opportunity to handle, operate and diagnose electro, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, discovering how a variety of mechanical systems operate and how to rectify systems when they fail.

Dan il-programm għandu jinteressa lil dawk li ġa qegħdin jaħdmu u li jixtiequ jidħlu għal karriera teknika, jew li jridu jkomplu jistudjaw. Jekk tixtieq taħdem bħala tekniku fil-qasam tal-Operations and Maintenance, dan il-kors joffrilek l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li jkollok bżonn. Il-programm joffrilek unitajiet ta’ studju avvanzati u jwessagħlek l-esperjenza tiegħek bi tħejjija għall-ambjenti attwali tax-xogħol. Ikollok l-opportunità titħarreġ fuq sistemi elettriċi, dawk pnewmatiċi u idrawliċi biex tifhem kif sistemi mekkaniċi differenti jaħdmu u kif dawn jissewwew meta tiġrilhom il-ħsara.

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12/01/11

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120111

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations AND Maintenance Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied) Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness may be requested to work in this field area.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply mathematical and scientific methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems 2. Design, implement and evaluate engineering projects utilising the latest available technologies 3. Program programmable logic controllers as used in control systems in industry 4. Utilise advanced manufacturing processes. Career opportunities:

• Manufacturing technician • Section leader • Supervisor • Machine tool setter • Tool and die designer

The study units of the Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering centre around mathematics, science, design and implementation. The programme will enable you to develop mathematical knowledge and its use for analysis, modeling and solution of realistic engineering problems. You will also build a fundamental understanding of the mechanical and electrical principles that underpin the design and operation of a large range of engineering equipment and systems. You will find opportunities to develop skills in decision making, problem solving and communication when completing a real project. An understanding of how manufactured products and their associated processes are planned, monitored and controlled will be developed. You will develop an ability to apply both manual and computer-assisted methods to control plant and processes.

L-unitajiet ta’ studju tal-Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering għandhom elementi ta’ matematika, xjenza, disinn u implimentazzjoni. Il-programm jiżviluppa l-għarfien tiegħek tal-matematika u kif din tista’ tgħinek tanalizza, tfassal u ssib soluzzjoni ta’ problemi realistiċi fl-inġinerija. Tasal ukoll biex tifhem aħjar il-prinċipji mekkaniċi u elettriċi li fuqhom jiddependu d-disinn u t-tħaddim ta’ apparat u sistemi tal-inġinerija. Ikollok opportunità tiżviluppa l-ħiliet tiegħek f’sitwazzjonijiet fejn inti tkun mistenni tagħmel deċiżjoni, issolvi problemi u tikkomunika ma’ ħaddieħor meta tkun qed taħdem fuq proġett ta’ veru. Tifhem ukoll kif jiġu ppjanati u kkontrollati l-prodotti manifatturati u l-proċessi li bihom ikunu saru. Tieħu taħriġ siewi fuq metodi u proċessi, kemm dawk manwali kif ukoll dawk li jaħdmu bl-għajnuna tal-kompjuter.

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

MQF LEVEL 5

12/01/12

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120112

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations AND Maintenance Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied) Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness may be requested to work in this field area.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering problems 2. Design, implement and evaluate engineering projects utilising the latest available technologies 3. Apply knowledge gained in materials used in general engineering and the application of science in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics 4. Explain various manufacturing engineering processes. Career opportunities: Supervisor Technician Project leader Draughtsperson (AutoCAD 3D)

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The Higher National Diploma course in Mechanical Engineering will develop your understanding of an extended range of mechanical principles that underpin the design and operation of mechanical engineering systems. Study units involving statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, strength of materials and others will be covered in depth. In your studies relating to material engineering and material science, you will learn about properties, strength, selection, processing and failure of materials and components, standard tests and the ability to interpret test data. You will also gain a good knowledge of machine tools, such as cutting tools and their application in industry. Other study units (such as thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, etc.), provide insight into other basic important aspects of engineering.

L-Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering ikabbarlek l-għarfien ta’ firxa wiesgħa ta’ prinċipji mekkaniċi li fuqhom jiddependu kemm id-disinn kif ukoll it-tħaddim ta’ sistemi mekkaniċi. L-unitajiet ta’ studju jittrattaw dwar statics, dynamics, thermodynamics u s-saħħa talmaterjali. Fl-istudju relatat mal-inġinerija u x-xjenza talmaterjali, titgħallem dwar is-saħħa, l-għażla, il-proċessi u l-falliment tal-materjali u talkomponenti, it-testijiet standard, u l-kapaċità li tinterpreta l-informazzjoni li jtuk dawn it-testijiet. Tiġbor informazzjoni siewja fuq l-għodda tal-makni, bħalma huma, l-għodod li jaqtgħu u l-applikazzjoni tagħhom fl-industrija. Unitajiet ta’ studju oħra (bħal, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, eċċ.) jgħinuk tifhem aspetti oħra bażiċi tal-inġinerija.

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12/01/13

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Operations Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120113

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering problems 2. Operate, diagnose faults and maintain engineering systems 3. Apply fundamental knowledge in materials used in general engineering and the application of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and thermodynamic technologies 4. Manage systems efficiently to minimise energy consumption. Career opportunities: Maintenance technician Assistant plant manager Supervisor Refrigeration technician Draughtsperson (3D AutoCAD) Assistant designer

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This programme will help you develop an understanding of the engineering principles necessary for the design and safe operation of plant systems and equipment. The appropriate management of those involved in the day-today running and servicing of plant equipment is also covered. The advanced mathematics units aim to provide the analytical knowledge necessary for studying other engineering subjects. Other interesting topics are concerned with the application of pneumatics and hydraulics principles, thermodynamics, and the use of complex control schemes. In today’s economic climate, studies relating to energy conservation will prove to be both interesting and beneficial. From a management perspective you will learn about basic administrative skills to facilitate the running of both the organisation and its personnel. Il-programm ikabbarlek l-għarfien ta’ dawk il-prinċipji tal-inġinerija li huma meħtieġa kemm għad-disinn kif ukoll għat-tħaddim kif jixraq tas-sistemi ta’ manutenzjoni tal-impjanti. Il-kors jittratta wkoll kif timmaniġġja tajjeb lil dawk li jħaddmu u jieħdu ħsieb l-istess impjanti. L-unitajiet ta’ studju tal-matematika jipprovdu l-għarfien analitiku meħtieġ biex inti tkun tista’ tistudja suġġetti oħra tal-inġinerija. Temi oħra interessanti jinkludu l-applikazzjoni ta’ prinċipji tal-pnewmatika u l-idrawlika, it-termodinamika, u l-użu ta’ skemi kumplessi ta’ kontroll. Filklima ekonomika ta’ żmienna, l-istudju dwar il-konservazzjoni tal-enerġija għandu jkun kemm interessanti kif ukoll ta’ siwi. Mil-lat ta’ maniġment, titgħallem ukoll dwar il-ħiliet amministrattivi li jgħinuk fit-tmexxija tajba kemm tal-organizzazzjoni nfisha kif ukoll tal-ħaddiema.

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

MQF LEVEL 5

12/01/14

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120114

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations AND Maintenance Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied) Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness must be produced before starting to attend the course. Prospective candidates may also be asked to carry out a Physical Test.

If you wish to pursue an interesting career in marine engineering, the Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering is the programme that you should consider.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve marine engineering problems 2. Design, implement and evaluate engineering projects 3. Solve issues as typically encountered in the operations and maintenance of marine main propulsion, auxiliary marine equipment and naval architecture 4. Apply knowledge gained in the materials used in marine engineering, electrical technology, fluid mechanics and thermodynamics. Career opportunities: Marine engineering technician Assistant to marine structural designer Ship repair technician Assistant to marine engineering system designer Assistant to marine technical surveyor

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Jekk tixtieq issegwi karriera interessanti flinġinerija marittima, tajjeb li tikkunsidra l-Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering.

This programme will equip you with the necessary skills to perform technical work at a professional level in the design, operation and maintenance of marine systems and equipment. You will not only learn about marine engines, ship propulsion, pumping systems but also about maritime laws and regulations, fire fighting and first aid.

Dan il-programm irawwem fik dawk il-ħiliet li teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tagħmel xogħol tekniku f’livell professjonali ta’ disinn, operazzjoni u manutenzjoni ta’ sistemi u apparat tal-baħar. Titgħallem mhux biss dwar il-makni tal-baħar, il-propulsjoni jew il-forza li timbotta l-vapuri, u s-sistemi tal-pompi, iżda wkoll dwar il-liġijiet u r-regolamenti marittimi, kif tiġġieled in-nar u kif tagħti l-ewwel għajnuna.

This vocational qualification is and provides successful candidates with opportunities to further their technical educational knowledge by following other courses or by reading for a degree in related areas.

Din il-kwalifika vokazzjonali hija rikonoxxuta u tista’ twassal biex studenti li jmorru tajjeb ikomplu jibnu fuq l-għarfien li jkunu ħadu billi jidħlu għal korsijiet f’livelli ogħla jew billi jsegwu kors li jwassal għal lawrja.

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

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On board an Armed Forces of Malta patrol boat

12/01/15 -Bachelor of Science (Honours) IN Mechanical Engineering (Plant)

MQF LEVEL 6 6

12/01/21 -Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) IN Mechanical Engineering (Plant) Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120115

Course Duration: B.Sc (Hons) – 1 year full-time B.Eng (Hons) – 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST–BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with a specialisation in Operations and Maintenance Further details are available under the section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” (page 300) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Analyse a variety of mechanical engineering issues using mathematical and scientific knowledge 2. Comprehend the operations and rectify failures of a large variety of equipment 3. Take structured and responsible decisions that will lead to effective and efficient solutions 4. Understand complex electronically controlled systems.

This degree course in Mechanical Engineering builds on the two-year Higher National Diploma programme in the same specialist subject area. It is relevant to a range of industries, since it covers the key mechanical engineering principles and subject areas, such as design, mechanics, thermodynamics, instrumentation and control, as well as materials for the plant engineer. The course is therefore wide-ranging and it will develop your ability to apply these principles to solve engineering problems in a variety of work environments and business concerns. Entrepreneurship, manufacturing management and sustainability are also studied, beyond the traditional purely technical aspects of this programme.

Dan il-kors, li jwassal għal lawrja fl-Inġinerija Mekkanika, jibni fuq il-kors ta’ sentejn tal-Higher National Diploma, kors ta’ sentejn fl-istess qasam ta’ speċjalizzazzjoni. Il-programm ta’ studju huwa rilevanti għal firxa sħiħa ta’ industriji, u jkopri l-prinċipji li huma ta’ qofol għas-suġġett, ngħidu aħna d-disinn, il-mekkanika, it-termodinamika, l-istrumenti u l-kontroll, kif ukoll il-materjali li jintużaw mill-inġinier tal-impjanti. Il-kors huwa wieħed varjat u jiżviluppa l-għarfien tiegħek biex tkun tista’ tapplika l-prinċipji li tgħallimt fis-soluzzjoni ta’ problemi, f’diversi ambjenti tax-xogħol u n-negozju. Minbarra l-aspetti purament tekniċi, it-taħriġ ta’ matul il-kors fih elementi ta’ intraprenditorija, ta’ maniġment u ta’ sostenibbiltà.

Operational Programme II – Cohesion Policy 2007-2013 Empowering People for More Jobs and a Better Quality of Life Project part-financed by the European Union European Social Fund (ESF) Co-financing rate: 85% EU Funds; 15% National Funds Investing in your future

Career opportunities: Assistant to research engineer Project leader Entrepreneur Mechanical engineering systems designer Mechanical engineering analyst

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MQF LEVEL 6 6

12/01/22 -Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) IN Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120116

Course Duration: B.Sc (Hons) – 1 year full-time B.Eng (Hons) – 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST–BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with a specialisation in either Manufacturing or Mechatronics Further details are available under the section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” (page 300) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Take decisions based on pertinent information related to the manufacturing processes 2. Manage the operational function of a manufacturing organisation 3. Source, validate and apply information to find solutions to engineering related issues 4. Design products, the manufacturing systems and facilities required for the production of products.

This Mechanical Engineering degree provides you with a solid understanding of relevant engineering fundamentals and prepares you for a broad range of career choices in the manufacturing field.

Il-kors li jwassal għal din il-lawrja fl-Inġinerija Mekkanika jagħtik l-għarfien kollu li jixraq f’dak li jirrigwarda l-prinċipji fundamentali tal-inġinerija filwaqt li jħejjik għal għażla wiesgħa ta’ karrieri fis-settur tal-manifattura.

The programme is structured around studies which will develop in students a firm understanding of principles and disciplines which are needed in the modelling, measuring, analysis and design of mechanical and thermal components and systems.

Il-programm huwa mibni fuq studju li jrawwem fl-istudent għarfien sħiħ tal-prinċipji u d-dixxiplini meħtieġa għall-immudellar, il-kejl, l-analiżi u d-disinn ta’ komponenti u sistemi tipiċi tas-settur.

On completion graduates are expected to demonstrate that they have assimilated the professional skills necessary for formulating and executing design projects, for teamwork, and for effective communication.

Fi tmiem il-kors, il-gradwati jkunu mistennija juru li tħarrġu sewwa f’dawk il-ħiliet li huma meħtieġa biex wieħed ikun jista’ jfassal u jesegwixxi proġett, jaħdem fi grupp ma’ ħaddieħor, u jikkomunika b’mod effettiv.

Career opportunities:

• Manufacturing process designer • Entrepreneur • Quality control manager • Research technologist • Production planner

Playmobil Malta Ltd.’s manufacturing plant

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

12/01/16 -Bachelor of Science (Honours) IN Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing)

12/01/17

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marine Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120117

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST–BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with a specialisation in either Marine Engineering or Operations and Maintenance or MCAST Diploma in MARINE Engineering – Level 5 Further details are available under the section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” (page 300) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Design, operate and maintain marine engineering systems 2. Decide upon entrepreneurial and managerial activities related to the marine engineering field 3. Propose solutions based on mathematical and scientific analysis of situations and issues at hand 4. Conduct research and apply accumulated knowledge to a marine engineering situation.

This degree course builds on the knowledge, skills and competences of the two-year Higher National Diploma programme. It deals with the design, construction, operation and maintenance of engines and machinery in ships and marine installations.

Dan il-kors, li jwassal għal lawrja, jibni fuq l-għarfien u l-esperjenzi tal-programm ta’ sentejn, li jwassal għal Higher National Diploma. L-istudenti jitħarrġu fid-disinn, il-kostruzzjoni, it-tħaddim u l-manutenzjoni tal-makni u l-makkinarju tal-vapuri u l-impjanti tal-baħar.

You will gain an understanding of developed and emerging technologies while applying theoretical and practical methods in the analysis and solution of marine engineering related problems.

Il-kors jagħtik għarfien ta’ teknoloġiji li ġa jeżistu kif ukoll ta’ oħrajn li huma ġodda filwaqt li titgħallem tapplika metodi teoretiċi u prattiċi fl-analiżi u s-soluzzjoni ta’ problemi ta’ inġinerija marittima.

At this level of study you will be expected to develop the qualities needed for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility, technical leadership and commercial management in complex and unpredictable circumstances.

F’dan il-livell ta’ studju inti tkun mistenni trawwem fik dawk il-ħiliet li huma meħtieġa f’sitwazzjonijiet li jitolbu responsabbiltà, tmexxija teknika u maniġment kummerċjali, f’ċirkostanzi kumplessi u li ma tistennihomx.

Career opportunities:

• Marine structural designer • Marine systems designer • Marine technologist • Marine surveyor

Marine engineering students at the Manoel Island Yacht Yard Ltd.

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120317

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Electronics) or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with a specialisation in either Manufacturing or Operations and Maintenance or Mechatronics. Further details are available under the section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” (page 300) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Appraise the interaction of medical equipment and the human body 2. Analyse and design electronic and control circuits for biomedical applications 3. Manage projects involving the specification, installation and maintenance of biomedical equipment 4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of biomedical engineering. Career opportunities: Medical laboratory technologist Clinical technologist Medical equipment specialist

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The objective of this programme is that of producing professionals who have strong practical competences backed by solid underpinning knowledge related to the biomedical engineering sector. The exciting advances being made in artificial body parts and organs and other prosthetic implants all fall in the realm of Biomedical Engineering. The course gives you a basic understanding of the functioning of the human body, a sound knowledge of biomechanics and the various interfaces that allow prosthetics to become an extension of the human body. The various engineering fields involved are also studied to provide a seamless product to the client.

L-għan ta’ dan il-programm hu li joħorġu inġiniera professjonali li jkollhom il-ħiliet prattiċi meħtieġa u l-għarfien sħiħ ta’ x’jitlob is-settur tal-inġinerija biomedika. Il-progress kbir li qed jiġi reġistrat fil-qasam tal-organi u partijiet artifiċjali u impjanti prostetiċi oħra jaqa’ fl-isfera talInġinerija Biomedika. Il-kors jipprovdilek għarfien bażiku dwar il-funzjonament tal-ġisem tal-bniedem, u tagħrif siewi ħafna fuq il-biomekkanika u dawk l-elementi li bis-saħħa tagħhom il-prostesi ssir estensjoni funzjonabbli tal-ġisem tal-bniedem. It-tagħlim jinkludi l-istudju tal-oqsma tal-inġinerija, li huma relatati ma’ dan is-settur partikulari, sabiex il-klijent jinqeda bl-aħjar mod possibbli.

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

12/03/17

12/01/18

MCAST Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course (Leading to EASA Part-66 CAT B 1.1 Examinations) Awarding Body: MCAST

Course Duration: 2 years full-time

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120118

sector: Aviation, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Fees: Civil Aviation Directorate Examination Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering and SEC/O-Level pass in English Language or EASA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Category A Licence Course or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics, Physics, English Language or A minimum of 3 years experience in a relevant

Other entry requirements: Applicants will have to sit for an interview and/ or Aptitude Test in Technical understanding and Technical English. An aptitude Test and a Colour Blindness test are required prior to acceptance on the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand advanced aircraft principles in aviation engineering technology 2. Read and understand procedures, drawings, schematics for maintenance purposes and report clear instructions

3. Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks according to approved maintenance documentation and procedures 4. Apply the necessary theoretical and practical understanding of complex aircraft maintenance in the analysis and accomplishment of maintenance tasks. Career opportunities:

• Line maintenance technician • Base maintenance technician • Workshop technician

This course is designed to equip individuals with the necessary theoretical knowledge of aircraft maintenance and related mechanical systems at technician level, which is also backed by practical experience in our workshops.

Dan il-kors, fil-livell ta’ tekniku, huwa maħsub għal dawk li jridu jitgħallmu t-teorija li hija meħtieġa għall-manutenzjoni tal-ajruplani u sistemi relatati, u li fl-istess ħin jixtiequ jsostnu dan it-tagħlim b’esperjenza prattika fil-workshops.

Students attending this course will be prepared to sit for the relative examinations organised by awarding bodies, which may lead to being awarded the EASA Part-66 Category B1.1 licence.

Dawk li qed jattendu dan il-kors ikunu jistgħu jersqu għall-eżamijiet li huma organizzati mill-istituzzjonijiet li joffru dawn il-kwalifiki u li jwasslu għall-għoti tal-liċenzja tal-EASA Part-66 Category B1.1.

Subject to restrictions imposed by the Part145 organisation, it will permit the holder to issue Certificates of Release to Service following scheduled works that may include line maintenance, defect rectifications, aircraft structure, power plants and mechanical and electrical systems.

Dejjem skont ir-restrizzjonijiet imposti millorganizzazzjoni Part-145, b’din il-liċenzja wieħed ikun jista’ joħroġ Certificates of Release to Service, wara li jkun sar xogħol kif skedat. Dan jinkludi line maintenance, tiswija ta’ difetti, xogħol fuq l-istruttura tal-ajruplan, power plants u sistemi mekkaniċi u elettriċi.

MCAST Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course (Leading to EASA Part-66 CAT B2 Avionics Examinations) Awarding Body: MCAST

Course Duration: 2 years full-time

sector: Aviation, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

This course is designed to equip individuals with the necessary theoretical knowledge of aircraft maintenance and related electrical and avionics systems at technician level, which is also backed by practical experience in our workshops. Students attending this course will be prepared to sit for the relative examinations organised by awarding bodies, which may lead to being awarded the EASA Part-66 Category B2 licence. Subject to restrictions imposed by the Part-145 organisation, it will permit the holder to issue Certificates of Release to Service following maintenance on electrical and avionics systems.

Other entry requirements: Applicants will have to sit for an interview and/ or Aptitude Test in Technical understanding and Technical English. An Aptitude Test and a Colour Blindness test are required prior to acceptance on the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand advanced aircraft principles in aviation engineering technology 2. Read and understand procedures, drawings, schematics for maintenance purposes and report clear instructions

Dan il-kors, fil-livell ta’ tekniku, huwa maħsub għal dawk li jixtiequ jitgħallmu t-teorija marbuta mal-manutenzjoni tal-ajruplani u sistemi talelettriku u tal-avjonika relatati u li fl-istess ħin jixtiequ jsostnu dan it-tagħlim b’esperjenza prattika fil-workshops. Dawk li jattendu dan il-kors ikunu jistgħu jersqu għall-eżamijiet li huma organizzati mill-istituzzjonijiet li joffru dawn il-kwalifiki u li jwasslu għall-għoti tal-liċenzja tal-EASA Part-66 Category B2. Dejjem skont ir-restrizzjonijiet imposti millorganizzazzjoni Part-145, b’din il-liċenzja wieħed ikun jista’ joħroġ Certificates of Release to Service, wara li jkun sar xogħol ta’ manutenzjoni fuq sistemi tal-elettriku u tal-elettronika fuq l-ajruplani.

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120119

• Base maintenance technician • Avionics workshop technician

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EASA Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance Category A Licence Course Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120120

Course Duration: 16 months

Test and a Colour Blindness test are a prerequisite for entry.

Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 3 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics, Physics, English Language or A minimum of 3 years experience in a relevant sector: Aviation, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand basic aircraft principles in aviation engineering technology 2. Read and understand sketches, simple instructions and schematics for maintenance purposes 3. Carry out minor scheduled line maintenance tasks according to approved maintenance documentation and practices 4. Apply the necessary theoretical and practical understanding of aircraft maintenance in the accomplishment of maintenance tasks.

Other entry requirements: Applicants will have to sit for an interview and/ or Aptitude Test in Technical understanding and Technical English. A pass in the Aptitude

• Line maintenance mechanic • Workshop mechanic

This course is designed specifically to equip individuals with the necessary theoretical understanding of aircraft maintenance and related systems, and is backed by practical experience in our workshops at mechanic level.

Dan il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li jridu jitgħallmu t-teorija marbuta mal-manutenzjoni tal-ajruplani u sistemi relatati u li, fl-istess ħin, jixtiequ jsostnu dan it-tagħlim b’esperjenza prattika fil-workshops fil-livell ta’ mekkanik.

The course may lead to EASA Part-66 Category A licence, which subject to restrictions imposed by the Part-145 organisation, will permit the holder to issue Certificates of Release to Service following minor scheduled works that may include line maintenance, defect rectification and components changes.

Il-kors jista’ jwassal għall-liċenzja tal-EASA Part-66 Category A. Din hija suġġetta għarrestrizzjonijiet imposti mill-organizzazzjoni Part145 u għaldaqstant dawk li jkollhom din il-liċenzja jkunu jistgħu joħorġu Certificates of Release to Service wara xi xogħol żgħir li jkun sar u li jista’ jinkludi line maintenance, tiswija ta’ xi difetti u bdil ta’ parts.

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