MCAST Full-time Courses Prospectus 2012 by David Vella

PROSPECTUS 2012/13

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012/13

Il-Missjoni tal-KulleĠĠ Biex jipprovdi edukazzjoni u taħriġ vokazzjonali u professjonali li jintlaħqu minn kulħadd, b’dimensjoni internazzjonali, u li jaqdu l-bżonnijiet tal-individwu u tal-ekonomija.

Mission Statement To provide universally accessible vocational and professional education and training with an international dimension, responsive to the needs of the individual and the economy.

Publisher: Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology, Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032 00356 2398 7100 00356 2398 7316 information@mcast.edu.mt www.mcast.edu.mt MCAST is engaged in a constant consultation process with industry stakeholders to upgrade the quality of its programmes. This is done to ensure that these are regularly updated to reflect the latest best practices and technologies required for students and will help students to achieve a more successful employment career. MCAST reserves the right to effect changes to the contents of the programmes according to these changing needs and circumstances. MCAST reserves the right not to offer courses if there are insufficient applications. The programmes that are featured in this prospectus are governed by Regulations, Policies and Procedures as approved by the Council of Institutes. These documents are available for viewing in any of the Institutes, the Office of the Registrar, or on the MCAST website www.mcast.edu.mt.

This Prospectus has been compiled by MCAST, who is also the copyright owner. No reproduction, copying, image scanning, storing or recording by any means in any form, for broadcasting or transmission through any medium of any part of this Prospectus is permitted without the express written consent of MCAST. All intellectual property rights are reserved. MCAST shall not accept responsibility for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies that might occur. 2012. All rights reserved

Cover photo: MCAST Intitute of Applied Science student Maria Fenech at ProMinent Fluid Controls Ltd, Malta.

CONTENTS

WELCOME TO MCAST

Institute OF Agribusiness

institute of Applied Science

Institute of Art and Design

Institute of Building and Construction Engineering

Institute of Business and Commerce

122

Institute of Community Services

144

institute of electrical and electronics engineering

172

Institute of Information and Communication Technology

200

Maritime Institute

218

institute of mechanical engineering

230

MCAST Gozo Centre

266

METHOD OF APPLICATION AND OTHER DETAILS

296

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

Messaġġ MILL-President tal-Bord tal-Gvernaturi Joseph Farrugia Message from the President of the Board of Governors Joseph Farrugia

Dan il-prospektus huwa manwal ta’ opportunitajiet, stedina bil-miftuħ lil dawk li jixtiequ jtejbu ħajjithom u jilħqu l-potenzjal tagħhom permezz tat-tagħlim u l-iżvilupp tal-karriera. Fih se ssib firxa kbira ta’ programmi, f’varjeta’ wiesgħa ta’ suġġetti, li jwassluk biex tagħżel liema ħiliet tixtieq tiżviluppa. Matul dawn l-aħħar għaxar snin, l-MCAST ħadem biex iżid in-numru ta’ opportunitajiet f’livelli differenti ta’ kwalifiki li jibdew mil-livelli t’isfel u jibqgħu telgħin sal-gradi li jwasslu għal-lawrja. Il-Kulleġġ huwa ċentru ta’ eċċellenza fil-qasam tal-edukazzjoni u t-taħriġ vokazzjonali u istituzzjoni importanti li qed tħejji l-ħaddiema biex ikunu jistgħu jissodisfaw il-viżjoni soċjali u ekonomika ta’ pajjiżna. Fl-istess ħin, l-MCAST u l-Fondazzjoni għallIskejjel ta’ Għada fi ħdan il-Ministeru talEdukazzjoni u x-Xogħol, huma mpenjati fuq il-proġett tal-bini tal-kampus il-ġdid, f’Paola. Dan il-proġett se jwassal biex l-Istituti kollha tal-MCAST jinġabru f’post wieħed u jibbenefikaw minn faċilitajiet ġodda tal-aqwa kwalita’. Ilkampus il-ġdid se jipprovdi l-ispazju u r-riżorsi kollha li huma meħtieġa biex tikber il-flessibbilta’ u biex numru akbar ta’ studenti jkunu jistgħu jiġu akkomodati. Is-sinerġiji li jiġu żviluppati bejn l-istituti huwa vantaġġ ieħor. Dan kollu għad iwassal biex jiżdiedu l-korsijiet u biex jibqgħu jitjiebu l-esperjenzi tat-tagħlim. Flimkien mal-isforzi li jagħmel il-kulleġġ biex dejjem jirrevedi u jtejjeb il-programmi ta’ studju u s-servizzi li joffri, il-kampus il-ġdid se jagħti opportunitajiet ġodda biex l-istudenti jitgħallmu iżjed u biex jiksbu karrieri aqwa.

This prospectus is a manual of opportunities, an open invitation to those who want to improve their life and realise their potential through learning and career development. It includes a wide range of courses, in a variety of disciplines, that enable you to select the competences and skills which you wish to develop. For the past ten years, MCAST has worked to expand students’ horizons by opening pathways through which they can advance through different levels of qualifications, from the introductory and foundation levels to first degrees. This College is a centre of excellence in vocational education and training, which is shaping our country’s human resources to realise its social and economic vision. At the same time, MCAST and the Ministry for Education and Employment’s Foundation for Tomorrow’s Schools, are currently working on the building of MCAST’s New Campus, in Paola. This project will be bringing together all MCAST Institutes in new, state-of-the-art facilities, in one location. The New Campus will provide MCAST with the space and resources required to cater for more students, whilst offering increased flexibility for new synergies between its Institutes. These collaborations will lead to the introduction of new courses and enhanced learning experiences. Coupled with the College’s ongoing efforts to constantly revise and improve its programmes and services, the New Campus will be giving students increased opportunities to learn more, and to achieve even more successful careers. We look forward to welcoming you at MCAST.

Nistennew li nilqgħukhom magħna fl-MCAST. Joseph Farrugia Il-President tal-Bord tal-Gvernaturi

Joseph Farrugia President of the Board of Governors

Messaġġ MILL-PRINĊIPAL U CEO, IL-PROF. Maurice Grech Message from the Principal and CEO Prof. Maurice Grech

L-ewwelnett grazzi li ġbart dan il-prospektus u nagħtik merħba minn qabel jekk tiddeċiedi li tidħol fl-MCAST. Fil-waqt li tkun qed taqra din ilpubblikazzjoni, żgur li tibda tifhem aħjar x’għażla kbira u eċċitanti ta’ korsijiet għandek quddiemek. Inti se tkun tista’ tagħżel il-kors li tixtieq u fil-livell ta’ studju li l-aktar jaqbel lilek skont il-ħtiġijiet u l-ambizzjonijiet li għandek. Jekk issib ruħek f’diffikultà dwar xi ħaġa jew dwar xi aspett talkors li inti tkun għażilt, nistiednek tfittex il-parir mill-uffiċċju tal-karrieri li qiegħed fuq il-campus ewlieni fl-MCAST, Paola.

Thank you first of all for picking up this prospectus and an anticipated warm welcome if you decide to join MCAST. As you read through this year’s publication, I am sure you will get a real sense of the exciting range of courses on offer in each MCAST institute. You will also be able to choose the level of study which best fits your present needs and ambitions. If you are in doubt about anything or any aspect of your preferred course, I suggest you seek advice and guidance from the MCAST careers office on the Main Campus, Paola.

Il-korsijiet tagħna full time joffrulek rotot ta’ studju li fl-aħħar jistgħu jwasslu għall-grad fillivell ta’ lawrja u għall-karriera li ttik sodisfazzjon. It-taħriġ li tieħu fuq il-makni u l-apparat bħal dak li ssib fl-industrija, joffrulek stampa ħajja tad-dinja tax-xogħol lil hinn mill-ħitan tal-Kulleġġ. L-industrija tapprova ħafna l-esperjenza prattika u l-ħiliet vokazzjonali tal-istudenti tagħna li dejjem laħqu livelli għoljin.

Our full time courses provide routes of study that can ultimately lead to a degree and to a rewarding career. The training you will receive on industry standard machines and equipment will offer you a taste of the real world. Hands-on experience is highly valued and our students’ vocational skills are at the forefront in terms of quality.

M’għandniex xi ngħidu, is-suċċess tiegħek fil-Kulleġġ jiddependi fuq is-sħubija għaqlija li jirnexxilek tibni mal-għalliema tiegħek. Jekk turi li tixtieq titgħallem u jkollok l-entużjażmu mistenni biex tirnexxi, l-MCAST ikun jista’ joffrilek kull opportunita’ biex tilħaq il-potenzjal kollu tiegħek. Prof. Maurice Grech Prinċipal u CEO

Your success at College will of course depend upon a healthy partnership between you and your tutors. If you are committed and enthusiastic about your learning and your future, MCAST will be able to offer you the opportunity to achieve your potential. Prof. Maurice Grech Principal and CEO

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Għaliex tagħżel l-MCAST? “International Centre of Excellence”

Opportunitajiet ta’ tagħlim

Konna l-ewwel istituzzjoni fl-Ewropa li ġiet iċċertifikata bħala “International Centre of Excellence” mill-EDEXCEL, organizzazzjoni ta’ fama internazzjonali. Nagħmlu minn kollox biex intejbu l-kwalità tas-servizzi kollha li noffru, u biex l-esperjenza tat-tagħlim li tirċievi tkunlek waħda pjaċevoli, esperjenza li tinkludi l-aħħar teknoloġiji fil-kamp tat-tagħlim, lecturers u staff amministrattiv ta’ esperjenza kif ukoll investiment qawwi f’apparat mill-aqwa. Għadna kif ibbenefikajna minn €20 miljun f’fondi tal-UE (Fond Soċjali Ewropew) biex fit-tliet snin li ġejjin inkomplu ntejbu l-kwalità tal-korsijiet kollha li noffru.

Ta’ kull sena nipprovdu opportunitajiet ta’ taħriġ lil iżjed minn 6,000 student full-time. Jekk verament tixtieq tavvanza fil-karriera tiegħek, għandna l-programm ta’ taħriġ li jgħodd għalik. Għajnuna u entużjażmu

Lil hinn mill-klassi, fl-MCAST tkun tista’ tieħu sehem fl-isport u f’attivitajiet oħra, bħal dawk kulturali, li jgħinuk tagħmel ħbieb ġodda, issir iżjed kunfidenti u ttejjeb il-ħiliet tiegħek f’dak li hu teamwork u f’kif tikkomunika tajjeb. Ikollok ukoll opportunitajiet tidħol għal kompetizzjonijiet u avvenimenti nazzjonali u internazzjonali, kif ukoll tiġbor esperjenza liema bħalha permezz tal-programmi internazzjonali ta’ bdil ta’ studenti.

Karriera ta’ sodisfazzjon

Aħna ma nippreparawkx biss għall-eżami. Naħdmu id f’id mal-industrija biex flimkien nipprovdulek taħriġ prattiku fl-aħħar u l-aħjar prattiċi u teknoloġiji. Għaldaqstant ħejji ruħek biex ixxammar il-kmiem biex dak li titgħallem fil-klassi tapplikah fil-workshops, fil-laboratorji jew fuq il-post tax-xogħol. L-għan aħħari tagħna hu li nagħtuk l-esperjenzi meħtieġa biex taqbad karriera tajba.

Il-Career Advisers, l-għalliema tal-Learning Support Unit, il-Learning Support Assistants, il-Counsellors, iċ-Chaplaincy u ċ-Childcare Centre joffrulek ukoll firxa wiesgħa ta’ servizzi personalizzati ta’ għajnuna.

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

Why choose MCAST? International Centre of Excellence

The learning opportunities you require

We were the first in Europe to be certified as an International Centre of Excellence by the renowned international body EDEXCEL. Our ongoing commitment to upgrade the quality of all our services and to provide you with an enjoyable learning experience includes the introduction of the latest teaching technologies, the employment of experienced lecturers and administrative staff, as well as extensive investment in state-of-the-art equipment. We have just been granted over €20 million from the EU’s European Social Fund to continue upgrading the quality of all our courses in the next three years.

Every year, we provide training opportunities to over 6,000 full-time students. If you are determined to advance in your career, we have the right training programme for you. A caring and vibrant campus

Beyond the classroom, at MCAST you will be participating in sport, cultural and other fun activities that help you make new friends, gain confidence and improve your teamwork and communication skills. You will also have opportunities to join national and international competitions and events, as well as to gain invaluable experience through international student exchange programmes.

A rewarding career

We don’t just prepare you for examinations. We collaborate with the leading industry players to give you hands-on training in the latest best practices and technologies. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and put what you learn in the classroom to practice in our workshops, laboratories and in real work settings. Our ultimate goal is to give you the appropriate experiences for a thriving career.

We also provide you with a wide range of personal assistance services, through the support of our dedicated career advisers, the learning support team, the counsellors, the chaplaincy and our childcare centre.

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

MCAST Institute of Art and Design Annual Exhibition 2011

Servizzi għall-Istudenti Iċ-Ċentru tal-Informazzjoni

Mic-ċentru ewlieni tal-informazzjoni fuq il-Main Campus, tista’ ġġib informazzjoni dettaljata dwar il-korsijiet li joffri l-Kulleġġ fid-diversi Istituti kif ukoll dwar is-servizzi l-oħra li noffru lill-istudenti kemm qabel kif ukoll matul l-istudji tagħhom fl-MCAST. 2398 7117 / 7100

l-istudent u l-counsellor, tkun tista’ timmaniġġja aħjar dawn is-sitwazzjonijiet diffiċli, tiżviluppa r-riżorsi tiegħek li jafu jkunu moħbija u tagħraf tintebaħ aħjar bl-opportunitajiet li jeżistu. 2398 7129 / 7133 counsellors@mcast.edu.mt

information@mcast.edu.mt Ħiliet ta’ Għajnuna – Minn Student għal Student

www.mcast.edu.mt

Gwida għall-Karriera u Counselling Personali

Il-Counsellors tal-MCAST u l-Career Advisers jaħdmu flimkien biex joffru servizz mill-aqwa lillistudenti prospettivi u l-ġenituri tagħhom, kif ukoll lill-istudenti li ġa qed isegwu xi kors tal-MCAST. Gwida għall-Karriera

L-edukazzjoni tiswa ħafna biex issib ix-xogħol li tixtieq. Għaldaqstant il-kwalifiki biex tilħaq dan il-għan huma indispensabbli. Permezz tal-kwalifiki meħtieġa, inti se jkollok aktar possibbilitajiet ta’ karriera mnejn tagħżel. Il-Career Guidance Advisers jgħinuk tagħmel l-għażliet li jgħoddu għalik.

Ta’ kull sena l-Counsellors jorganizzaw kors ta’ taħriġ ta’ 30 siegħa dwar il-ħiliet bażiċi ta’ għajnuna. L-istudenti li jidħlu għal dan il-kors ikollhom l-opportunità jiżviluppaw il-ħiliet tagħhom ta’ komunikazzjoni, kreattività, intuwizzjoni u responsabbiltà etika fost oħrajn. Il-parteċipanti li jmorru tajjeb jingħataw ċertifikat ta’ attendenza. Wara dan it-taħriġ, il-Counsellors jikkoordinaw network volontarju ta’ Student-2Student taħt superviżjoni biex ninkoraġġixxu lill-istudenti joffru l-għajnuna tagħhom lil studenti oħra li jkollhom bżonn. student2student@mcast.edu.mt

Gruppi ta’ Appoġġ

Biex ngħinuk tagħmel għażla informata dwar l-edukazzjoni u l-karriera tiegħek, ikkuntattjana għal appuntament jew żur l-uffiċċji tagħna flMCAST Student House. 2398 7135 / 7136 career.guidance@mcast.edu.mt

Counselling personali

Il-Counselling jgħin lill-istudenti biex ifittxu u jsibu dak li fil-ħajja jagħmilna kuntenti. Fl-MCAST is-servizz li noffru huwa ffokat fuq l-iżvilupp u d-direzzjoni li flimkien iwasslu biex l-istudent ifassal id-destin tiegħu. Bħala student aħna ninkoraġġuk tagħmel appuntament u tiġi tkellimna kull meta tiltaqa’ ma’ xi sfida li tista’ tkun ta’ tfixkil. Permezz tal-interazzjoni bejn

L-esperjenzi tal-ħajja jistgħu jaffettwawna. Ilgruppi ta’ appoġġ jinvolvu sa għaxar studenti u facilitator (counsellor) li jiltaqgħu kull ġimgħa biex jiddiskutu suġġetti varji li jintgħażlu millistess studenti. Ix-xogħol fi grupp jippermetti tip ta’ interazzjoni li mhix possibbli f’ħidma bejn żewġ persuni. Għaldaqstant, l-esperjenza tista’ sservi tajjeb biex tindirizza xi problema emozzjonali. Ix-xogħol li jsir fi gruppi huwa ta’ benefiċċju fil-klassi u fil-workshop u jista’ jwassal għal riżultati aqwa kemm fl-istudent bħala individwu kif ukoll fil-klassi kollha.

Il-Librerija u ċ-Ċentru tar-Riżorsi tat-Tagħlim

Il-Library and Learning Resource Centre (LLRC) li jinstab fil-Main Campus tal-MCAST, għandu wkoll ħames ċentri simili fl-Istituti, li huma maqtugħin mill-Main Campus, inkluż il-Gozo Centre.

2398 7220 / 2398 7219 international@mcast.edu.mt

Is-Servizzi għall-Indukrar tat-Tfal

L-LLRCs joffru firxa wiesgħa ta’ riżorsi u materjal ieħor ta’ interess ġenerali, biex jgħinuk fl-istudju tiegħek. Issib kotba, magazines, CD-ROMS, aċċess bla ħlas għall-Internet kif ukoll kollezzjoni kbira ta’ films. Għal iżjed dettalji u jekk tixtieq tagħti titwila lejn il-katalgu online estensiv tallibrerija, idħol www.mcast.edu.mt/llrc. Iċ-Ċentru jinkludi wkoll faċilitajiet, bħal ma huma spazji għal xogħol fi gruppi u oħrajn li huma riżervati għall-istudju individwali. Issib ukoll il-computers li tista’ tipprattika fuqhom u li tista’ tużahom għal xogħol bil-Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint u għażla ta’ programmi oħra. Hemm ukoll photocopiers u printers li tista’ tuża bi ħlas minimu. L-LLRCs miftuħa għall-istudenti u l-impjegati kollha tal-MCAST. Nistidnuk tfittex l-għajnuna li teħtieġ, billi tkellem lill-membri tal-istaff f’dawn iċ-ċentri, sabiex tagħraf tagħmel l-aħjar użu millfaċilitatjiet li noffru. 2398 7500 llrc@mcast.edu.mt

L-Uffiċċju tal-External Affairs

Dan l-uffiċċju twaqqaf fl-2011 bil-ħsieb li jiżviluppa l-għanijiet industrijali u vokazzjonali tal-MCAST fl-interess kemm tal-istudenti kif ukoll tal-istaff. Ir-responsabbiltajiet tiegħu jinkludu l-immaniġġjar tal-korsijiet part-time ta’ filghaxija, il-korsijiet ad hoc ta’ natura kummerċjali għallindustrija, l-International Office u l-iżvilupp ta’ partnerships ma’ universitajiet u kulleġġi barranin. Nilqgħu ukoll lill-istudenti barranin li jiġu għal taħriġ fl-MCAST.

Studenti mill-Istituti kollha tal-MCAST li għandhom it-tfal minn trabi tat-twelid sal-età ta’ tliet snin jistgħu jagħmlu użu mill-Magic Wonders Child Care Centre, li qiegħed fil-Main Campus, biex huma jkunu jistgħu jissuktaw bl-istudji tagħhom filwaqt li t-tfal ikunu qed jigu mħarsa professjonalment. Iċ-Child Care Board jipproċessa l-applikazzjonijiet kollha għal dawn is-servizzi.

Il-Learning Support Unit

Il-Learning Support Unit (LSU) joffri għajnuna lil dawk l-istudenti li ma jkollhom l-ebda kwalifika formali jew li m’għandhomx il-livelli meħtieġa filMalti, l-Ingliż, il-Matematika u l-IT. Dan l-appoġġ jingħata permezz ta’ programmi speċjalizzati bbażati fuq pjanijiet ta’ tagħlim individwali wara li l-istudenti jagħmlu test inizjali ta’ valutazzjoni. 2398 7517 / 7518 lsu@mcast.edu.mt

Għajnuna għal Bżonnijiet fit-Tagħlim

2398 7161 / 7370 irene.bugeja@mcast.edu.mt

L-MCAST Chaplaincy

Hemm mumenti fil-ħajja meta nħossu l-ħtieġa ta’ għajnuna spiritwali jew pariri pastorali. F’sitwazzjonijiet bħal dawn iċ-Chaplain talMCAST Fr John Curmi u t-tim tiegħu lesti li jiltaqgħu miegħek f’kull ħin u f’kull istitut tal-MCAST. Tista’ tiltaqa’ ma’ Fr Curmi wkoll fil-kappella tal-MCAST fuq il-Main Campus. Tista’ wkoll tagħmel kuntatt ma’ Fr Marco Portelli fl-Istitut tal-Inġinerija tal-Bini u l-Kostruzzjoni, in-Naxxar, l-Istitut tal-Arti u d-Disinn, il-Mosta, jew l-Istitut tas-Servizzi fil-Komunità. Lil Fr Joe Giuliano u Fr Ivan Scicluna, OFM Cap issibhom fl-Istitut tat-Teknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni u l-Komunikazzjoni u Fr Manuel Calleja fl-Istitut talInġinerija Mekkanika.

L-istudenti bi ħtiġijiet partikolari, inklużi dawk b’diżabbiltà u/jew diffikultajiet fit-tagħlim, jingħataw l-appoġġ meħtieġ għall-istudji tagħhom fl-MCAST. Sabiex jibbenefikaw minn dan is-servizz, l-istudenti għandhom jikkuntattjaw lill-Koordinatur tal-Inklużjoni u jitolbu appuntament qabel ma japplikaw għall-kors. Kull applikant jingħata intervista kunfidenzjali biex jiġu evalwati u diskussi l-ħtiġijiet partikolari tiegħu u t-tip ta’ appoġġ li l-Kulleġġ se jkun qed joffri. L-istudent jista’ jagħżel li jnaqqas jew iwaqqaf kull għajnuna li jkun qed jirċievi wara li jkun talab b’mod responsabbli li jsir hekk. Kull informazzjoni li tingħata tibqa’ kunfidenzjali u l-lecturers jiġu informati biss jekk inti taċċetta li jsir hekk. L-istudenti li ma jressqux it-talba tagħhom qabel ma jippreżentaw l-applikazzjoni tagħhom jistgħu jitilfu ċ-ċans li jibbenefikaw minn dan is-servizz. 2398 7127

2180 6706 jew 7924 0956 (SMS) frjohn.curmi@mcast.edu.mt

inclusiveducation@mcast.edu.mt

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Student Services The Information Centre

At the MCAST Main Campus Information Centre you can get detailed information about the training programmes offered by the College’s Institutes, as well as the support services which we offer to students before and during their studies at MCAST.

destiny. As a student, you are encouraged to call for a personal counselling appointment whenever you are faced with difficult life challenges. Through the student-counsellor interaction, you will be able to manage your challenging situations, develop unused resources and handle life-opportunities more effectively.

2398 7117 / 7100

2398 7129 / 7133

information@mcast.edu.mt

counsellors@mcast.edu.mt

www.mcast.edu.mt Helping Skills – Student-2-Student Career Guidance and Personal Counselling

The MCAST team of Counsellors and Career Advisers works together to offer an optimum service to prospective students and their parents, and to MCAST students. Vocational Guidance

Education plays an important role in securing the job you are aspiring for. The first stepping stones or pre-requisites for choosing your dream career are the qualifications required to achieve it. With the adequate qualifications, you will have a greater choice of career options. Our career guidance advisers can help you in selecting the courses suitable for you. To help you make informed education and career choices, contact us for an appointment or visit our offices at the MCAST Student House.

2398 7135 / 7136 career.guidance@mcast.edu.mt

Personal Counselling

Counselling helps students seek more happiness and fulfilment out of life. At MCAST, this service is more growth-oriented and focuses on the goals that provide direction in life and on empowering the students to create their own

Every year our Counsellors organise a 30-hour training course in ‘Basic Helping Skills’. Students who take up this training have the opportunity to develop their communication skills, creativity, insight and ethical responsibility amongst others. Successful participants are presented with a certificate of attendance. Following this training, the Counsellors coordinate a supervised voluntary Student-2-Student network to encourage the participating students to help other students in need of support. student2student@mcast.edu.mt

Enrichment Groups and Group Activities

Our different life experiences can influence our wellbeing. Enrichment groups involve weekly sessions of up to ten students and a group facilitator (counsellor), who meet to discuss various themes chosen by the participating students. The characteristics of group work enable a type of interaction that is not possible in one-to-one sessions. Thus, the experience can also be a highly-respected method of addressing emotional distress. Students also learn to help each other and work as a team. Effective teamwork is beneficial in class and in workshops and can also lead to superior individual and class results.

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

The Library and Learning Resource Centre

The MCAST Library and Learning Resource Centre (LLRC) is located at the MCAST Main Campus and has another five similar centres at the off-site Institutes in Malta and Gozo.

2398 7220 / 2398 7219 international@mcast.edu.mt

The Child Care Services

The LLRCs offer a whole range of resources to support your studies at MCAST, as well as other general interest material. These include books, periodicals, CD-ROMS, free Internet access, as well as an extensive film collection. For more details, and to look through the library’s extensive online catalogue, log on to www.mcast.edu.mt/llrc.

MCAST Magic Wonders Child Care Centre enables parents to participate in learning whilst their children are professionally cared for. Students of all MCAST Institutes who currently have children from newborn to up to three years of age can make use of this centre at the MCAST Main Campus, in Paola. All applications for child care services will be assessed by the Child Care Board.

The Learning Support Unit

The Learning Support Unit (LSU) offers support to students who have no formal qualifications or who do not have the required levels of Maltese, English, Maths and IT basic skills. This assistance is based on specialised programmes tailormade to the individual student’s learning plans, following an initial assessment test. 2398 7517 / 7518 lsu@mcast.edu.mt

The Inclusive Education Unit

The Centre also includes study facilities, such as areas for group discussion work and quiet areas for individual study. Computers are also available for practice and use of Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and other selected programmes. Photocopying and printing facilities are available at minimal charges. LLRCs are open to all MCAST full and part-time students and employees. You are welcome to approach any member of staff at these centres for assistance in making the best use of our facilities. 2398 7500 llrc@mcast.edu.mt

The External Affairs Office

This Office was established in 2011 to enhance the industrial and vocational objectives of MCAST in support of the students’ interest and of the academic standing of the staff. Its responsibilities include the management of MCAST part-time evening courses, commercial ad hoc courses for industry, the International Office and the development of partnerships with foreign universities and colleges, and the hosting of foreign students at MCAST.

2398 7161 / 7370 irene.bugeja@mcast.edu.mt

The MCAST Chaplaincy

There are moments in life when we feel the need for spiritual guidance or pastoral counselling. In such cases, the MCAST Chaplain, Fr John Curmi and his team are available to meet you anytime at any of the MCAST Institutes. You can also visit Fr Curmi at the MCAST Chapel, at the Main Campus. You may also contact Fr Marco Portelli at the Institute of Building and Construction Engineering, the Institute of Art and Design, or the Institute of Community Services, Fr Joe Giuliano and Fr Ivan Scicluna OFM Cap at the Institute of Information and Communication Technology and Fr Manuel Calleja at the Institute of Mechanical Engineering.

The Inclusive Education Unit (IEU) provides the necessary support to MCAST students with particular needs, including disabilities and/or learning difficulties. To benefit from this service, you may contact the Inclusion Coordinator and ask for an appointment before applying for an MCAST course. You will be offered a confidential interview to assess and discuss your particular needs and the kind of support that the College will be offering you. All support is optional and can be reduced or stopped upon your responsible request. Information provided remains strictly confidential and lecturers are only informed with your consent. Matching human resources to students’ needs is of paramount importance. Students who put forward their request prior to the submission of their application will be helping MCAST provide them with a better service.

2180 6706 or 7924 0956 (SMS) frjohn.curmi@mcast.edu.mt

2398 7127 inclusiveducation@mcast.edu.mt

IL-PRogramm PATHWAY TO INDEPENDENT LIVING Pathway to Independent Living Programme

The two-year Pathway to Independent Living Programme provides students with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities/learning difficulties an opportunity to follow a structured programme of study in the area which is closer to students’ needs. It is particularly designed to help them acquire the skills required to gain and maintain employment. Students are encouraged to participate in oneday weekly supervised placements within the College during their first year, and in industry during their second year. They are also given ample opportunities to experience hands-on learning in all subjects. Prospective students in this programme should have basic skills in literacy and numeracy, be able to tolerate classroom environment and be willing to take up employment. The specific entry requirements are:

Dan il-programm ta’ sentejn jipprovdi opportunità lill-istudenti li jkollhom diżabbiltà jew diffikultajiet żgħar jew moderati, biex isegwu programm ta’ studju strutturat f’qasam li huwa qrib tal-ħtiġijiet tal-istudenti. Dan huwa maħsub biex jgħin lill-istudenti jiksbu l-ħiliet li huma meħtieġa biex isibu impjieg u jżommuh. L-istudenti mistennija jipparteċipaw, taħt superviżjoni, fi placements ta’ ġurnata waħda filġimgħa fl-istess Kulleġġ matul l-ewwel sena talkors u fl-industrija matul it-tieni sena. Jingħataw ukoll opportunitajiet biex jesperjenzaw tagħlim prattiku fis-suġġetti kollha. L-istudenti li jixtiequ jidħlu għal dan il-programm huma meħtieġa jkollhom ħiliet bażiċi ta’ lingwa u matematika, u jridu jkunu kapaċi jittolleraw ambjent ta’ klassi u lesti li jsibu impjieg. Biex tibda l-kors irid ikollok:

• Ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola • Valutazzjoni Psikoloġika (mhux eqdem minn tliet snin) • Rapport Mediku u/jew Psikjatriku (fejn applikabbli) • Rapporti tal-Iskola (inkluż l-aħħar IEP). Il-Kulleġġ jipprovdi Assistent ta’ Appoġġ fit-Tagħlim wieħed għal kull klassi (m’hemm l-ebda appoġġ jew faċilitazzjoni personali ħlief f’każijiet partikolari). L-istudenti jgħaddu minn proċess ta’ selezzjoni li jinkludi intervista u Test ta’ Valutazzjoni Inizjali. Il-kors isir mit-Tnejn salĠimgħa. Dan il-programm jiġi offrut fil-Main Campus tal-MCAST f’Raħal Ġdid, kif ukoll fiċ-Ċentru talMCAST f’Għawdex, ix-Xewkija.

• School Leaving Certificate (completed compulsory education) • A recent psychological report (not older than 3 years) • Medical and / or Psychiatric report (in case of medical/ mental health concerns) • School reports (including the last IEP). MCAST provides one Learning Support Assistant per class (one-to-one support/facilitation is offered in approved cases only). Students pass through a selection process which includes an interview and an Initial Assessment Test. The course is held from Monday to Friday. This programme is offered at the MCAST Main Campus, in Paola, and at the MCAST Gozo Centre, in Xewkija.

2398 7320 / 7321 pathway@mcast.edu.mt

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

L-isport fl-MCAST Sports at MCAST

Il-faċilitajiet tal-isport fl-MCAST issibhom filMain Campus u fl-Istitut tal-Inġinerija tal-Bini u l-Kostruzzjoni fin-Naxxar. Inti tkun tista’ tieħu sehem f’diversi attivitajiet kemm dawk kompetittivi u dawk li m’humiex, inklużi l-football, il-basketball, il-volleyball, il-handball, il-badminton, it-tennis, it-table-tennis, il-weighttraining, il-break dance, iċ-chess, il-martial arts u l-weightlifting. Matul is-sena 2012 l-MCAST se jniedi gym ġdid mgħammar bl-apparat meħtieġ biex studenti u l-pubbliku ġenerali jkollhom aktar opportunitajiet ta’ taħriġ fiżiku. Norganizzaw ukoll attivitajiet fi mkejjen lil hinn mill-campus, bħal ma huma l-isport fuq barra, vjaġġi avventurużi barra minn Malta u programmi ta’ bdil ta’ studenti. L-MCAST jorganizza wkoll kompetizzjonijiet bejn l-istituti u jipparteċipa f’oħrajn ma’ istituzzjonijiet post-sekondarji. It-tim tal-isports jipprovdi informazzjoni dwar programmi u avvenimenti tipiċi bħal ma huma dawk li jinvolvu l-weight-training, l-eżerċizzju, l-immaniġġjar tal-piż, ix-xjenza tal-isport, ilkompetizzjonijiet nazzjonali, korsijiet marbuta ma’ oqsma varji u għaqdiet sportivi.

Our Sports Department’s facilities are located at the Main Campus and at the Institute of Building and Construction Engineering, in Naxxar. You may join various competitive and non-competitive activities including football, basketball, volleyball, handball, badminton, tennis, table-tennis, weight-training, break dance, chess, martial arts, and weightlifting. During 2012, we will also be opening a new, fully-equipped gym to provide students and the general public with new fitness training opportunities. We also organise activities in various off campus locations, including outdoor sport, youth exchanges and adventure trips abroad. MCAST also holds sports competitions between institutes and participates in competitions with other post-secondary institutions. Our sports team also provides information regarding weight-training programmes, exercise programmes, weight management, sports science, national competitions, sports courses and sports clubs.

2398 7367 adele.muscat@mcast.edu.mt

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

Opportunitajiet internazzjonali International Opportunities

Bħala student tal-MCAST, tkun tista’ tieħu sehem f’għadd ta’ programmi li jiftħulek opportunitajiet ġodda ta’ tagħlim u żvilupp lil hinn minn xtutna. L-Uffiċċju Internazzjonali tagħna jinfurmak dwar il-parteċipazzjoni tal-MCAST fi programmi differenti tal-Unjoni Ewropea, fosthom Leonardo Da Vinci, Erasmus, Grundtvig u Comenius. Dawn l-inizjattivi jipprovdu l-fondi u l-appoġġ loġistiku meħtieġ biex l-istudenti jiksbu esperjenzi ġodda ta’ taħriġ vokazzjonali u edukazzjoni f’pajjiżi oħra tal-UE.

As an MCAST student, you will be invited to participate in several programmes that open up new learning and development opportunities beyond our shores. Our International Office will be informing you about MCAST’s participation in the EU’s Leonardo Da Vinci, Erasmus, Grundtvig and Comenius programmes. These initiatives provide the necessary funding and logistical support to help students gain new educational and vocational experiences in other EU countries.

2398 7219 international@mcast.edu.mt

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

MCAST students participating in a fashion show as part of an EU programme in collaboration with art and design and fashion schools in Denmark, Italy and Scotland.

L-Apprentistat fl-MCAST Apprenticeships at MCAST

Il-Korporazzjoni tax-Xogħol u Taħriġ qiegħda għal darb’oħra toffri skemi ta’ apprentistat abbinati ma’ numru ta’ programmi ta’ taħriġ mgħallma fl-MCAST.

The Employment and Training Corporation is once again supporting a number of training programmes offered at MCAST on apprenticeship basis.

Apprentistat jikkonsisti f’taħriġ fuq u ‘l hinn millpost tax-xogħol għal perjodu speċifiku ta’ żmien. Kull min jagħżel li jidħol f’apprentistat, ikun meħtieġ jagħmel perjodu ta’ żmien f’wieħed millIstituti fi ħdan l-MCAST, sabiex jakkwista tagħrif bażiku meħtieġ għax-xogħol partikolari magħżul. L-apprentist jgħaddi l-kumplament taż-żmien fuq post tax-xogħol biex jakkwista l-ħiliet prattiċi.

An apprenticeship consists of on-the-job and off-the-job training for a specific period of time. The programmes begin at one of the MCAST Institutes, where the apprentice acquires the underpinning knowledge needed in the chosen occupation. This will be followed by the actual work training at an employer’s establishment for the acquisition of hands-on practice.

L-Apprentistati mhux biss jiffaċilitaw il-bidla millbank tal-iskola għas-suq tax-xogħol, iżda jagħtu wkoll opportunita` lill-parteċipanti li jakkwistaw ħiliet li ma jistgħux jakkwistaw kieku jqattgħu l-ħin kollu tagħhom f’istituzzjoni edukattiva.

Apprenticeships facilitate the transition into the labour market and give participants the opportunity to acquire competencies that will otherwise not be acquired. Since apprentices will be in employment, they will also benefit from other conditions of employment enjoyed by their co-workers, on a pro-rata basis.

Minħabba li l-apprentisti jkunu fuq il-post taxxogħol, huma jgawdu l-istess kundizzjonijiet tax-xogħol applikabbli għal ħaddiema oħra, iżda fuq bażi pro rata. Il-Korporazzjoni tmexxi żewġ skemi differenti; L-ESTS (Skema ta’ Taħriġ Estiż) u TAS (Skema ta’ Taħriġ Tekniku). Ċertifikat tal-Journeyman’s fil-livell ta’ Mgħallem jingħata lil min jispiċċa l-apprentistat tal-ESTS b’suċċess. Ċertifikat talJourneyman’s fil-livell ta’ tekniku jingħata lil min jispiċċa l-apprentistat tat-TAS b’suċċess. It-tul tal-apprentistat ivarja skond il-programm ta’ taħriġ li wieħed ikun qed jipparteċipa fih. Jekk inti qed tapplika biex tipparteċipa f’xi programm tal-MCAST bl-apprentistat għallewwel darba, tista’ tapplika wkoll mal-ETC fl-istess żmien. Jekk inti diġa` student fi ħdan l-MCAST, agħmel kuntatt mal-Korporazzjoni ħalli nkunu nistgħu ngħinuk.

The ETC runs two different schemes. The ESTS (Extended Skill Training Scheme) and the TAS (Technician Apprenticeship Scheme). The Journeyman’s Certificate at Craftsman level is awarded on successful completion of the ESTS apprenticeship while the Journeyman’s Certificate at Technician level is awarded on successful completion of the TAS apprenticeship. The duration of apprenticeships varies according to the training programme being followed. If you are joining an MCAST apprenticeship programme for the first time this year, you have to apply with ETC when you apply to join MCAST. If you are already an MCAST student, please contact the ETC for further guidance.

2220 1302 apprentice.etc@gov.mt www.etc.gov.mt

BORD TAL-GVERNATURI Board of Governors

President/President:

Mr Joseph Farrugia Deputy President/Deputat President:

Dr Tonio Portughese Membri/Members:

Prof Ing Jonathan C Borg Dr Anne Marie Callus Ms Helga Ellul Dr Francis Fabri Ms Phyllis Farrugia Mr Michael J Mallia Dr Sue Vella

MANIÄ MENT U AMMINISTRAZZJONI Management and Administration

Prof Maurice Grech

Mr Oscar Borg

Principal and Chief Executive Officer

Administrative Director

Mr Anthony Saliba

Mr Alan Vella

Deputy Principal - Student and Academic Services

Financial Controller

Mr Ray Farrugia Registrar

Mr Laurence Zerafa Librarian

Eur Ing Emanuel Attard Chief Officer External Affairs

Ing Vincent Maione Quality Assurance Director

MCAST PROSPECTUS 2012-2013

MCAST students at Monte Kristo Estates Ltdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s animal park

Institute of AGRIBUSINESS Welcome to Maltaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s principal agricultural education institution. We provide training in the horticulture and animal care industries. Our horticulture courses provide training in the management and care of nurseries, gardens and cash crops. In our animal care programmes, students gain experience in the care and management of domestic, exotic and farm animals, as well as aquaculture. Our students acquire practical experiences in our laboratories, in the adjacent fields where various plants are cultivated and in professionally-equipped sheds where we keep different animals. Some courses also include work placements with local companies operating within this sector.

MCAST Agribusiness Institute Triq ÄŚal Luqa, Qormi QRM 9075 00356 2125 7006/8 00356 2125 7005 agribusiness@mcast.edu.mt Director: Ms Silvana Camilleri

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MQF Level

Course Code

Course Title

12/10/01

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Animal Husbandry and Horticultural skills - Level 1*

12/10/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Horticulture and Animal Care - Level 2*

12/10/03

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Fish Husbandry

12/10/04

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Animal Care

12/10/05

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Horticulture

12/10/06

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Agriculture

12/10/07

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Animal Management

12/10/08

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Horticulture (Garden Design)

12/10/09

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Animal Management

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.

Besides theoretical sessions, my course also includes several opportunities to gain practical experience in the animal husbandry units managed by the Institute.

Jolene Falzon, First Year Student, MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Animal Management

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The opportunity to try things out in real work environments, rather than simply reading about them in class, made learning much more interesting. I love animals and MCAST set me on the road to turn this passion into a career.

Ian Falzon, Reading for a BSc (Hons) in Animal Management

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Animal Husbandry and Horticultural skills – Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121001

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. Understand how to handle and take care of small animals and pets 2. Carry out on site practical work related to specific farm animals 3. Undertake practical tasks using horticultural skills 4. Understand the basic skills needed in taking care of a small garden.

This one-year full-time course is intended for school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate. The programme, although basic, equips students with a range of skills enabling them to begin to understand what various land-based animal and crop activities involve. You will have the opportunity to handle a variety of farmed animals as well as work on crop fields and fruit trees. You will learn about soil management, establishing crops, animal management, livestock nutrition and farm maintenance. You will have the opportunity to feed various animals such as rabbits and poultry, incubate eggs and hatch chicks. This course offers the required hands-on experience in the horticulture and animal husbandry sector.

Dan il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li għandhom iċ-Ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja. Huwa programm ta’ sena, li għalkemm f’livell bażiku, jiġbor fih firxa ta’ ħiliet li jwassluk biex tibda tifhem aħjar x’jitlob ix-xogħol li għandu rabta mar-raba’ u l-bhejjem. Tingħata l-opportunità biex tieħu ħsieb għażla ta’ annimali tal-irziezet u tkun tista’ taħdem ukoll fl-għelieqi fuq ħxejjex u siġar tal-frott. Titgħallem dwar diversi suġġetti bħal ma huma l-ħamrija u l-uċuh tar-raba’, il-ġestjoni u l-alimentazzjoni tal-bhejjem, kif ukoll ilmanutenzjoni li jitolbu l-irziezet. Tkun tista’ tagħlef għażla ta’ annimali, bħal ma huma l-fniek u t-tiġieġ, tuża l-inkubatur tal-bajd, tfaqqas il-flieles u tieħu esperjenzi siewja oħra fil-qasam tal-ortikultura u t-trobbija tal-annimali.

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12/10/01

12/10/02

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Horticulture and Animal Care – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121002

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education or MCAST Introductory Certificate Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Undertake different agricultural methods and understand the principles of health and safety 2. Understand procedures and explore measures to improve agricultural skills 3. Use and apply correctly various agricultural equipment 4. Understand and apply different technical skills relating to the care of animals as well as crops.

This one year full-time course is intended for school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate. It is designed to equip students with a range of basic skills and competences enabling them to become competent in various land-based activities involved in the agriculture industry. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help you to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation you may wish to follow. You will learn about soil management, establishing crops, animal management, livestock nutrition and farm maintenance. The students will have the opportunity to have hands-on experience with farm animals, exotic animals and plants.

Dan il-kors ta’ matul il-jum japplika għal dawk l-istudenti li jkollhom iċ-Ċertifikat tat-Tmiem talIskola Sekondarja. Il-kors jagħtik firxa ta’ ħiliet li għandhom rabta max-xogħol fl-industrija agrikola. Bis-saħħa tat-taħriġ vokazzjonali li tieħu minn dan il-programm, inti tasal biex tifhem aħjar x’titlob din is-sengħa fiż-żmenijiet tagħna. Titgħallem dwar diversi suġġetti bħal ma huma l-ħamrija u l-uċuh tar-raba’, il-ġestjoni u l-alimentazzjoni tal-bhejjem, kif ukoll ilmanutenzjoni tal-irziezet. Tkun tista’ tieħu esperjenza siewja fuq il-ġestjoni tal-bhejjem tal-irziezet, annimali eżotiċi kif ukoll pjanti.

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12/10/03

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Fish Husbandry 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121003

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: Biology and English Language At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Undertake practical tasks related to fish husbandry and the caring of aquaria 2. Understand the principles of fish biology and health 3. Understand and monitor fish production units 4. Understand aquatic ecology and assess the status of aquatic environments. Career opportunities: Fish farm assistant Assistant aquarium technician Aquarium centre retailer

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This one-year full time course introduces students to the basics of fish husbandry. It provides the knowledge and skills required by the student for eventual entry into related work places such as the fish farming and the aquatics industry. Being the only course in Malta solely dedicated to fish husbandry, this programme offers you an excellent opportunity to find employment in this industry, which is an important economic sector in the Maltese Islands. You will develop the knowledge and practical skills needed, provided you attend all practical sessions which will be vital to back up the theoretical knowledge gained during lectures.

Dan il-kors ta’ sena huwa introduzzjoni għallprinċipji bażiċi marbuta mat-trobbija tal-ħut. Il-programm joffri l-għarfien u l-ħiliet meħtieġa biex student ikun jista’ jidħol għal xogħol relatat ma’ dan il-qasam, bħal ma huma t-trobbija talħut u l-industrija tal-akkwatika. Minħabba li huwa l-uniku kors f’Malta li jittratta esklussivament it-trobbija tal-ħut, dan ilprogramm huwa opportunità tajba ħafna li tista’ twasslek biex issib ix-xogħol f’dan is-settur talindustrija li huwa ta’ importanza fil-gżejjer Maltin. Inti tkun tista’ tiżviluppa l-għarfien u l-ħiliet prattiċi meħtieġa, bil-patt li tattendi s-sessjonijiet prattiċi kollha sabiex tkun tista’ ssaħħaħ it-teorija li tkun ġbart mil-lezzjonijiet fil-klassi.

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A practical session at P2M Company Ltdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fish farms

12/10/04

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Animal Care 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121004

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: Biology and English Language At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand how to prevent, identify and treat diseases of farm animals and pets 2. Carry out practical grooming sessions on a range of domesticated animal species 3. Understand the principles of animal biology and animal health 4. Undertake practical tasks related to veterinary services including animal nursing and veterinary regulatory affairs. Career opportunities: Animal groomer Assistant veterinary Shop assistant Animal technician

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This one year course offers an introduction to working with and handling farm animals and pets, and the hands-on experience required. It provides the practical skills and background knowledge required to form a solid foundation in animal care. You will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge on various housing designs that can be used for farm and pet animals as well as accommodation, study feeding procedures and how to identify and solve animal health problems. If you opt for this programme you will be expected to attend scheduled husbandry duties which form part of this course. This practical experience, coupled with motivation and responsibility, will back up the theoretical knowledge gained at the Institute.

Dan il-kors joffrilek introduzzjoni għax-xogħol fejn jidħlu l-annimali, kemm dawk tal-irziezet kif ukoll tad-djar. Jingħata taħrig prattiku u t-tagħrif meħtieġ sabiex l-istudent ikollu bażi soda fil-kura tal-annimali. Tkun tista’ tistudja l-għamliet differenti ta’ kif tista’ takkomoda kemm l-annimali tal-irziezet kif ukoll dawk domestiċi, kif tagħlef dawn il-bhejjem u kif tifhem u ssolvi l-problemi tas-saħħa tagħhom. Jekk tagħżel dan il-programm, inti tkun mistenni li twettaq id-doveri tiegħek fil-kura tal-annimali miżmuma fil-faċilitajiet tal-Istitut. Din l-esperjenza prattika, flimkien max-xewqa li titgħallem u r-responsabbiltà fix-xogħol, huma meħtieġa biex issaħħaħ l-għarfien li tkun ħadt mil-lezzjonijiet tat-teorija.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Horticulture 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121005

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: Biology and English Language At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the biology of plants 2. Describe and discuss the basic principles of plant and soil science 3. Grow and maintain a variety of horticultural plants 4. Follow a work placements programme in the horticultural sector. Career opportunities: Nursery assistant Assistant farmer Assistant gardener

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This one year day course introduces you to the basics of crop production. You will develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to enable you to work on a modern horticultural farm.

Dan il-kors ta’ sena ta’ matul il-ġurnata jagħtik għarfien bażiku fuq il-prodotti tar-raba’. Tkun tista’ tiżviluppa wkoll il-ħiliet prattiċi li jgħinuk biex tkun tista’ taħdem f'faċilitajiet tal-ortikultura.

The course is practically based, providing the required skills and competences as well as the foundation knowledge in plant management and production. You are expected to attend scheduled horticulture practical sessions which form an integral part of the course.

Il-kors għandu bażi prattika u joffrilek ħiliet, kompetenzi u għarfien dwar il-ġestjoni tal-pjanti u l-prinċipji tal-produzzjoni. Inti tkun mistenni tattendi għal sessjonijiet prattiċi kif skedati millistitut għax dawn huma parti integrali tal-kors.

This will improve your employment opportunities and is a good foundation for future career opportunities such as working in nurseries, farms and gardening as well as for progression to a more advanced qualification.

Dan kollu se jtejjiblek l-opportunitajiet biex issib ix-xogħol u jservi wkoll ta’ bażi tajba għallkarriera tiegħek fil-ġejjieni. Għal dan il-għan, jaf jinteressak ix-xogħol fis-serer, il-farms, jew il-ġonna. Tkun tista’ tikkunsidra wkoll li tkompli tistudja f’livell aktar avvanzat.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Agriculture 4

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121006

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Fish Husbandry or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Animal Care or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Horticulture or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and English Language At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand a number of scientific and technical aspects in the subject-areas chosen 2. Understand the Anatomy, Physiology, Behaviour and Health Issues related to various farmed animals, fish or plants 3. Undertake work-related experience in the land-based sector 4. Develop business ideas and carry out investigative projects in the land-based sector. Career opportunities: Inspector Technician Veterinary assistant Veterinary pharmacy assistant

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This two-year full-time course provides a broad knowledge of the agricultural industry including crop management, livestock and farm machinery. You may also wish to consider the fish management stream in which you will be given the required knowledge, skills and competences in both farmed and ornamental fish industries. The course offers a wide-angled perspective on the agricultural and fish management sector. The interconnectedness between these fields and other related aspects will be analysed throughout the study units. You will be encouraged to relate theory to practice at all stages through assignments, projects, practical work and work placements. Scheduled husbandry, crop and fish husbandry duties form an integral part of the curriculum. In this programme you will be given the opportunity to choose either the animal care, the horticultural management or fish management option.

Il-kors ta’ sentejn joffri tagħrif wiesa’ li għandu rabta mal-industrija tal-biedja fosthom l-immaniġġjar tal-uċuh tar-raba’ u tal-annimali, kif ukoll il-manutenzjoni tal-makkinarju tipiku tar-razzett. Tista’ wkoll titħajjar tagħżel il-linja talimmaniġġjar tal-ħut fejn tingħata t-tagħrif u l-ħiliet meħtieġa li għandhom rabta mal-industriji tal-ħut tal-irziezet u dak ornamentali. Dan il-kors joffrilek perspettiva wiesgħa talimmaniġġjar tas-settur agrikolu u dak talakkwakultura. Ir-rabta bejn dawn l-oqsma u aspetti relatati tiġi analizzata fl-unitajiet ta’ studju matul il-kors. It-teorija u l-prattika jimxu id f’id u dan huwa rifless fix-xogħol li jidħlu għalih l-istudenti, f’dawk li huma proġetti fl-istitut kif ukoll meta jkunu fuq il-lant tax-xogħol. Għal dan il-għan jiġu skedati esperjenzi prattiċi u relatati kif jitlob il-programm ta’ studju vokazzjonali. L-istudent jingħata l-opportunità jagħżel l-istudju li jixtieq isegwi, bejn dak li jirrigwarda l-kura talannimali, l-ortikultura jew l-akkwakultura.

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MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Animal Management

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121007

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Agriculture or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory I-Level: Biology or Chemistry Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand and apply principles of animal biology including those related to ecology, animal adaptations, animal breeding, nutrition and animal behaviour 2. Carry out practical work on specific animal farm sites and undertake specialised tasks related to animal husbandry 3. Undertake practical tasks related to veterinary services including animal nursing and veterinary regulatory affairs 4. Understand and plan land based policies to build on sustainable development principles and business development. Career opportunities: Farm manager (Entry Level) Assistant veterinary clinic manager Veterinary clinic manager NGO administrator Pet shop manager Assistant veterinary pharmacist Veterinary assistant

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This two-year course is designed to expand the knowledge and skills of students from an animal management point of view.

Dan il-kors jestendi l-għarfien u l-ħiliet talistudenti fl-immaniġġjar tal-annimali.

You will be given opportunities to develop higher-level skills in a land-based context, and how your role and your business fits within the overall structure of the land-based industries and the national and international economy.

Ikollok l-opportunità biex tiżviluppa ħiliet ta’ livell għoli fil-kuntest ta’ xogħol li jsir fuq l-art. Tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar kif ir-rwol u l-attività tiegħek jagħmlu parti mill-istruttura ġenerali talindustriji tas-settur u tal-ekonomija nazzjonali u internazzjonali.

The programme will be spread over two years and will include site visits, practical sessions and work placements, laboratory work as well as project management.

Il-programm huwa mifrux fuq sentejn u jinkludi żjarat fuq il-post, attivitajiet prattiċi, esperjenza fuq ix-xogħol u fil-laboratorju, kif ukoll l-immaniġġjar ta’ proġetti.

You will be expected to attend scheduled animal husbandry duties which form part of this course. This practical experience will back up the theoretical knowledge gained at the Institute.

Tkun mistenni tattendi s-sessjonijiet kollha, kif jiġu skedati mill-Istitut, biex tieħu ħsieb l-annimali. Din l-esperjenza tiswa għax tgħinek tpoġġi fil-prattika dik it-teorija li tkun tgħallimt mil-lezzjonijiet fl-Istitut.

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Horticulture (Garden Design)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121008

2. Demonstrate a knowledge of scientific, technological and managerial processes 3. Undertake surveys of a garden site and analyse the factors that determine an appropriate design solution 4. Demonstrate knowledge of the application of design principles when proposing garden design solutions. Career opportunities: Environmental auditor Professional gardener / landscaper Agronomist Garden design consultant

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During your studies, you will be able to use the latest technology, managerial and scientific techniques as applied to horticultural practices in outdoor and indoor environments. Students shall also extend their knowledge and develop skills in garden design and landscaping. Principles of plant care, plant health and ecology, will be studied, within the concepts of sustainable and organic land based horticultural activity.

Matul dan il-kors fl-ortikultura, inti tkun tista’ tapplika l-prattiċi tipiċi tas-settur, fl-ambitu tat-teknoloġija moderna, kemm f’ambjenti fuq barra kif ukoll fuq ġewwa. L-għarfien maniġerjali u dak xjentifiku jgħinuk testendi l-ħiliet tiegħek fl-oqsma tal-iddisinjar tal-ġonna u t-tisbiħ tal-pajsaġġ. L-istudju jinkludi l-kura u s-saħħa talpjanti u l-ekoloġija fi ħdan il-kunċetti ta’ attività sostenibbli u organika.

The modules of this course are tuned to practical scenarios and this entails practical experiences in both indoor and outdoor horticultural activities.

L-unitajiet ta’ studju jirriflettu l-attività prattika u x-xogħol li għaldaqstant inti tkun mistenni tagħmel kemm fuq barra kif ukoll fuq ġewwa.

The competences, skills and knowledge that you can acquire will enable you to find employment within regulatory agriculture local bodies and in the middle management level, including garden design and landscaping.

Il-ħiliet u l-għarfien li tieħu mill-kors jistgħu jgħinuk biex issib impjieg mal-entitajiet agrikoli regulatorji ta’ pajjiżna f’livell maniġerjali medju. Dan jinkludi wkoll l-iddisinjar tal-ġonna u t-tisbiħ tal-pajsaġġ.

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Animal Management

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/121009

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Animal Management 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. Understand and apply research methods to carry out an advanced project study based on scientific research related to specific units within the course’s area of study 2. Understand and research different entrepreneurial skills required at management level and to plan for a successful business 3. Undertake practical tasks related to veterinary services including animal welfare and health and veterinary regulatory affairs 4. Study and apply principles of sustainability, animal philosophy and ethics within the animal management sector. Career opportunities: Animal clinic manager Animal welfare officer Farm manager Nutritional advisor Researcher

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This one-year course builds on the two year HND programme in Animal Management. At the end of the full three year programme (2+1), students may qualify for the BSc (Hons) in Animal Management. You will have the opportunity to specialise in your main area of study during the last few years with the aim of seeking employment at management level or similar. This may relate to animal welfare, production, education, veterinary services, research and development and regulatory services both locally and internationally. The programme offers the required knowledge and competences related to animal health and nutrition, welfare, ecology, philosophy, ethics and law.

Dan huwa kors ta’ sena li jibni fuq is-sentejn kors tal-Higher National Diploma u jwasslek biex tieħu l-lawrja fis-suġġett. Ikollok l-opportunità tispeċjalizza fil-qasam ta’ studju li tkun għażilt f’dawn l-aħħar snin bil-ħsieb li tfittex impjieg fil-livell ta’ management jew xogħol simili. Dan jista’ jkollu rabta mal-ħarsien tal-annimali, il-produzzjoni, l-edukazzjoni, is-servizzi veterinarji, ir-riċerka u l-iżvilupp u s-servizzi regulatorji, kemm f’Malta kif ukoll barra. Il-programm joffrilek l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li jkollok bżonn u li huma relatati mas-saħħa u n-nutrizzjoni tal-annimali, l-ekoloġija, il-filosofija, l-etika u l-liġi. Tkun mistenni wkoll tħejji u tippreżenta proġett li jinvolvi riċerka billi tagħżel suġġett li tixtieq tinvestiga skont il-metodoloġija stabbilita.

You shall also undertake a research project whereby you will be expected to select a topic for investigation following an established methodology.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Animal Management 1 year full-time

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MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Horticulture (GARDEN DESIGN)

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma In ANIMAL MANAGEMENT

2 years full-time

12/10/06 MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in Agriculture

2 years full-time

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12/10/04

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Fish Husbandry

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Horticulture

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Animal Care

1 year full-time

12/10/02 MCAST FOUNDATION cERTIFICATE IN HORTICULTURE AND ANIMAL CARE - LEVEL 2 2

1 year full-time

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MCAST Introductory Certificate in Animal Husbandry and Horticultural skills - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

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Work placement at Mater Dei Hospital

Institute of APPLIED SCIENCE Applied science relates to the application of scientific knowledge to practical challenges and jobs. Our courses prepare you for technological careers within the health, pharmaceutical, environment or general engineering sectors. You will learn to appreciate how the fundamental principles of science relate to the technological operations of the workplace, while developing the skills to work in laboratories and with environmental technologies and methodologies, as well as to apply basic engineering principles in industrial settings. Our Institute will soon be moving into one of the first buildings of the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new Campus. It will include 11 fully-equipped laboratories for training and research in microbiology, chemistry, physics, environmental sciences and other specialised MCAST Institute of Applied Science Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032 00356 2398 7369 00356 2398 7369 ias@mcast.edu.mt Director: Dr Ing Alex Rizzo

science and technology fields.

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MQF Level

Course Code

Course Title

12/02/01

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Applied Science - Level 2*

12/02/02

MCAST Diploma in Applied Science - Level 3* 3

12/02/03

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies)

12/02/04

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Environmental Sustainability

12/02/05A

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science

12/02/06

MCAST Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians - Level 4*

12/02/07

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Practice)

12/02/08

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health and Social Care (Practice)

My course includes an apprenticeship with the Institute of Cellular Pharmacology Ltd., an innovative company that produces vegetal extracts for use in renowned cosmetics brands, medicines and veterinary products.

Diane Zammit, Second Year Student, BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science

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I chose the Institute of Applied Science because I wanted to learn through a combination of lectures and hands on training in industrial laboratories. The work experience Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m gaining throughout my studies will surely help me to secure my dream career once I graduate.

Deryn Haidon, Third Year Student, MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Applied Science - Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120201

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education or mcast Introductory Certificate Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand what skills and qualities are required for jobs in the science sector 2. Make accurate scientific observations and measurements in given situations 3. Describe the main factors that affect the health of individuals 4. Understand some of the factors that influence scientific progress.

The programme gives students, who are in possession of the Secondary School Leaving Certificate, the opportunity to progress to a number of science-related areas including health science, general engineering, applied science and environmental science.

Dawk l-istudenti li għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tatTmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja, u li jinteressaw ruħhom f’xi qasam tax-xjenza, inklużi s-saħħa, l-inġinerija, ix-xjenza applikata u x-xjenza ambjentali, inħeġġuhom jikkunsidraw din il-linja ta’ studju.

Besides the key skills subjects, namely English, Maltese, Mathematics, IT and Personal Development, you will learn the basics of physics, chemistry and biology. You will also understand the applied use of these subjects in areas such as in the study of living systems, energy applications, etc.

Minbarra s-suġġetti ta’ qofol, jiġifieri l-Ingliż, il-Malti, il-Matematika, l-IT u l-Personal Development, ikollok ukoll introduzzjoni għallfiżika, il-kimika u l-bijoloġija. Dan iwasslek biex ikollok għarfien aħjar tal-applikazzjoni ta’ dawn is-suġġetti, per eżempju fl-istudju ta’ sistemi ta’ ħajja, l-enerġija, eċċ.

This programme is particularly suitable for students who have a scientific or technical aptitude, even if they have not fully decided upon their ultimate choice of career.

Il-programm huwa partikolarment addattat għal dawk li jippreferu x-xjenzi u x-xogħol ta’ natura teknika, ukoll jekk ikunu għadhom ma ddeċidewx x’karriera ser jidħlu għaliha.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Applied Science - Level 3 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120202

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes from English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the impact of human activity on the environment 2. Investigate forces, motion, energy, light, electricity and sound waves 3. Describe the factors that can affect and control human health 4. Investigate chemical substances and organic compounds.

The Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science gives you a strong grounding in fundamental science and technology principles, as well as an initial exposure to vocational science subjects found in health, environmental and engineering industries. You will be able to understand the fundamental principles and laws of science, and how these are applied within laboratory and manufacturing organisations. You will be made aware of the physical principles behind certain technologies. You will also be able to understand the science of different materials, and gain an awareness of the principles concerning forces, speed, heat and energy.

Id-Diploma in Applied Science tal-Livell 3 toffrilek taħriġ fil-prinċipji fundamentali taxxjenza u t-teknoloġija u tintroduċik għassuġġetti vokazzjonali tax-xjenza li tiltaqa’ magħhom fl-industriji tas-saħħa, tal-ambjent u dawk tal-inġinerija. Tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar il-prinċipji fundamentali u l-liġijiet tax-xjenza, u kif dawn jiġu applikati fil-laboratorju u fl-organizzazzjonijiet talmanifattura. Tkun tista’ tagħraf aħjar kif ilprinċipji fiżiċi japplikaw f’ċerti teknoloġiji u fix-xjenza tal-materjali. L-istudju jinkludi wkoll riferenzi għall-prinċipji li jirrigwardaw elementi, per eżempju s-sħana u l-enerġija.

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12/02/03

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120203

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Diploma in Applied Science – Level 3 or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English Language, Maltese, Mathematics, Biology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the physiological, sociological, and psychological approaches applied within a health and social care setting 2. Recall how legislation, policies and procedures promote health, safety and security in health and social care settings 3. Understand potential effects of life factors and events on the development of the individual 4. Understand the factors that affect health status and patterns of ill health, and know the origins and application of current public health strategies. Career opportunities:

• Paramedic aide • Health administrator • Environmental health officer

The Level 4 MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care has been developed to prepare students for health related careers. Students will learn about the impact of human beings on the environment, be able to understand the physical and psychological changes of ageing, understand aspects of the anatomy and physiology of the human body systems, and build competences in dealing with people with health problems and with challenging behaviour. Through work placements students will get the chance to develop the skills and competences required to work within the health sector.

L-MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care huwa kors tal-Livell 4 li tfassal biex iħejji studenti għax-xogħol f’karrieri relatati mas-saħħa. Titgħallem dwar l-impatt tal-bniedem fuq l-ambjent, dwar il-bidliet fiżiċi u psikoloġiċi fl-etajiet avvanzati, dwar aspetti tal-anatomija u l-fiżjoloġija tas-sistemi tal-ġisem. Tkun mistenni tiżviluppa l-kompetenzi li jwassluk biex tittratta sew ma’ persuni li jkollhom problemi ta’ saħħa jew dawk b’imġieba diffiċli. Permezz tal-esperjenza li tieħu minn fuq il-post tax-xogħol, inti jkollok l-opportunità tiġbor l-għarfien u l-kompetenzi meħtieġa biex taħdem fis-settur tas-saħħa.

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12/02/04

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Environmental Sustainability

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120204

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST DIPLOMA IN APPLIED SCIENCE – Level 3 or 4 SEC/O-LEVEL PASSES Compulsory: at least 3 from English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology, Computer Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand and be able to apply the principles of sustainable development 2. Carry out justification exercises and feasibility studies leading to the efficient and effective utilization of resources 3. Understand current legislation and best practice relevant to waste, pollution and efficiency in resource utilisation 4. Implement an investigative environmental sustainability project. Career opportunities: Technical project manager Environmental technologist Environmental analyst

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Awareness of environmental sustainability and related environmentally-based sectors are growing rapidly in Europe, with the Maltese government recently introducing various laws and standards on reducing global warming, climate change, low carbon emissions and the need for conservation in general.

Il-kuxjenza dwar is-sostenibbiltà ambjentali u l-oqsma relatati qed tikber b’rata mgħaġġla fl-Ewropa, hekk li l-gvern Malti għadda numru ta’ liġijiet u stabbilixxa standards li jikkontribwixxu biex itaffu l-bidla fil-klima, inaqqsu l-emissjonijiet tal-carbon u jiffukaw fuq il-konservazzjoni b’mod ġenerali.

The Extended Diploma in Environmental Sustainability includes topics related to environmental monitoring and energy management that are fundamental to the development of environmental awareness, and to provide practical skills and techniques that support environmental understanding.

L-Extended Diploma in Environmental Sustainability tinkludi unitajiet ta’ studju li jiffukaw fuq l-immaniġġjar tal-enerġija u elementi oħra li huma fundamentali għall-iżvilupp ta’ kuxjenza ambjentali. Il-kors jipprovdilek il-ħiliet prattiċi u għarfien siewi dwar l-ambjent.

This programme prepares you for employment within environmental sustainability sector-based organisations, as well as within medium to large organisations that face many environmental challenges on a daily basis. As from academic year 2013-14, the Higher National Diploma in Environmental Conservation will also be offered.

Il-programm iħejjik għal xogħol f’organizzazzjonijiet f’dan il-qasam, kemm dawk ta’ daqs medju, kif ukoll aktar kbar, u li ta’ kuljum jiffaċċjaw ħafna sfidi ambjentali. Mis-sena akkademika 2013-14 se jibda jigi offrut il-kors Higher National Diploma in Environmental Conservation.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science 4

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120205A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Diploma in Applied Science – Level 3 or 4 SEC/O-Level passes from English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Follow and communicate procedures in the scientific workplace 2. Use scientific techniques to understand technological processes within an organisation 3. Understand how science-based organisations develop products and deliver services 4. Understand the requirements of science technicians in an organisation. Career opportunities:

• Laboratory analyst • Laboratory technologist

The Extended Diploma in Applied Science is designed for students who wish to embark on a technological career in a range of possible industries and professions such as within health, pharmaceutics, environment and general engineering. The programme contains a wide range of science and technology units that reflect aspects of employment within science-based organisations. Students will learn to appreciate how the fundamental principles of science relate to the technological operations of the workplace. They will develop the skills to work in a laboratory environment, to work with environmental technologies and methodologies, and to apply basic engineering principles within the workplace.

L-Extended Diploma in Applied Science hija maħsuba għall-istudenti li jixtiequ jidħlu għal karriera vokazzjonali f’xi industrija jew professjoni li għandha rabta mas-saħħa, il-farmaċewtika, l-ambjent u l-inġinerija ġenerali. Il-programm fih għażla wiesgħa ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li jittrattaw aspetti varji ta’ impjieg f’organizzazzjonijiet li għandhom bażi xjentifika. Titgħallem tapprezza aħjar kif il-prinċipji fundamentali tax-xjenza jirrelataw max-xogħol ta’ natura teknoloġika. Tieħu wkoll it-taħriġ biex tkun tista’ taħdem fil-laboratorju, f’ambjenti li jitolbu għarfien tat-teknoloġiji u l-metodoloġiji ambjentali. Tkun mistenni tapplika l-prinċipji bażiċi tat-teknoloġija fil-post tax-xogħol.

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Work placements in local pharmacies

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians – Level 4 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120206

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Diploma in Applied Science – Level 3 or 6 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand how to assist in the provision of services within the pharmacy environment

The Level 4 MCAST Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians is a two-year programme of studies designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career as a pharmacy technician. Students will be exposed to scientific and pharmaceutical principles as well as be given a sound knowledge of health-related material, resulting in an all-round approach to effectively and competently embark on a career as a pharmacy technician. The programme is designed to provide participants with all the necessary information, technical skills, knowledge of procedures, legislation and responsibilities requested by such a career, which strongly underpins the provision of health care and services.

2. Recall the national regulations and policies regarding use, distribution, storage and supply of medicines to patients and pharmacy customers 3. Explain the uses and limitations of medicines, including their management in practice 4. Use standard pharmacy resources to provide a service to pharmacy customers. Career opportunities: Pharmacy technician

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L- MCAST Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians talLivell 4 huwa programm ta’ sentejn maħsub għal dawk l-istudenti li jixtiequ jaqbdu karriera bħala pharmacy technician. Titgħallem il-prinċipji xjentifiċi u dawk farmaċewtiċi u tkun mistenni tifhem sewwa l-elementi siewja li huma marbuta mas-saħħa. Dan l-għarfien sħiħ jagħtik il-kompetenzi meħtieġa u jippreparak b’mod effettiv biex tidħol għall-karriera ta’ pharmacy technician. Għaldaqstant il-programm jipprovdilek l-informazzjoni kollha, il-ħiliet tekniċi, l-għarfien dwar il-proċeduri, il-leġiżlazzjoni u r-responsabbilitajiet li tkun teħtieġ għal karriera bħal din, karriera li hija waħda ta’ qofol fisservizzi tal-kura u tas-saħħa.

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MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Practice)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120207

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies) or MCAST DIPLOMA FOR DENTAL SURGERY ASSISTANTS - LEVEL 4 or MCAST DIPLOMA FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIANS - LEVEL 4 or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Preferred: Chemistry, Biology, Physics

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Conduct research in health and social care practice 2. Maintain health and safety standards in health and social care settings 3. Practice professional care in general and specialised health care environments 4. Understand public health policy. Career opportunities: Health practice worker Medical representative Health administrator

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This course has been developed to gear students for a higher level of work responsibility within the health sector. Students will specialise in topics such as the principles of health management and practice, the physiological principles of health and social care, and how to create and sustain effective work partnerships within the health sector. Students will experience work placement practice under the supervision of experienced health professionals, thus furthering their insights into the profession. This course is also intended for those who wish to further their studies in Health and Social Care Practice by means of the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Health and Social Care (Practice).

Dan il-kors jimmira li jipprepara lill-istudenti għal impjiegi b’livell ta’ responsabbilta’ ogħla filqasam tas-saħħa. L-istudenti jkollhom iċ-ċans li jispeċjalizzaw f’suġġetti bħall-prinċipji tal-‘management’ u l-prattika fil-qasam tas-saħħa u l-kura soċjali, kif ukoll kif joħolqu u jsostnu kollaborazzjonijiet effettivi fil-qasam tas-saħħa. L-istudenti jieħdu taħriġ f’postijiet tax-xogħol f’dan il-qasam, taħt is-superviżjoni ta’ professjonisti b’esperjenza. B’hekk ikomplu jkattru l-għarfien tagħhom f’din il-professjoni. Dan il-kors huwa wkoll immirat għal dawk li jixtiequ jkomplu l-istudji tagħhom fil-livell ta’ lawrja permezz tal-kors B.Sc. (Hons.) in Health and Social Care (Practice), offrut mill-MCAST.

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health and Social Care (Practice)

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120208

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Practice) 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. Conduct research in relation to health and social care practice 2. Provide appropriate care in relation to particular clinical case studies as part of a medical team 3. Apply biomedical science for health and social care settings 4. Understand ethical issues and make informed decisions within the context of the Health and Social Care sector. Career opportunities: Senior health practice worker Medical representative Senior health administrator

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The degree programme provides students with the competences required for those who intend to work in contact with clients making use of health and social care services. You will have the opportunity to practice your care skills in different health and social care settings such as those catering for children, individuals with a disability, the elderly, and others. The ability to conduct research in this area is a key issue and you will be expected to develop analytical skills and learn how to create tailormade research programmes in the area.

Dan il-programm, li jwassal għal lawrja fil-qasam tal-kura, irawwem fik dawk il-ħiliet professjonali li jkollok bżonn jekk tkun ser taħdem ma’ klijenti li qed jagħmlu użu mis-servizzi soċjali u dawk tas-saħħa. Inti ser ikollok l-opportunità tipprattika l-ħiliet tiegħek f’ambjenti tas-saħħa u f’dawk soċjali, fir-rigward tat-tfal, tal-persuni b’diżabbiltà u mal-anzjani. Il-ħila li tagħmel ir-riċerka hija ta’ qofol għal min jixtieq javvanza f’dan il-qasam. Għaldaqstant, inti tkun mistenni tiżviluppa ħiliet analitiċi kif ukoll tfassal u twettaq programmi ta’ riċerka fis-settur.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health and Social Care (Practice) 1 year full-time

12/02/07 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Practice) 2 years full-time

12/02/04 MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Environmental Sustainability

2 years full-time

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12/02/06

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies)

MCAST Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians - Level 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science

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2 years full-time

2 years part-time on Apprenticeship

2 years full-time

12/02/02 MCAST Diploma in Applied Science - Level 3 1 year full-time 3

12/02/01 MCAST Foundation Certificate in Applied Science - Level 2 2

1 year full-time

* Further progression in Environmental courses to be offered in 2013 ** Further progression in Applied Science courses to be offered in 2013

This symbol indicates that students holding the appropriate entry requirements may apply.

MCAST students at the new multimedia studios

Institute of ART AND DESIGN When MCAST was founded in 2001, the Institute of Art and Design was one of the first Institutes to be integrated in the College, through the amalgamation of two government-owned schools. Since then, we have expanded to offer many new vocational education opportunities in 3D Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Audiovisual Media (Moving Image), and Photography. Our Institute collaborates with local industries to give students the opportunity to practise what they learn by working on art and design assignments requested by real clients. These assignments are completed in our state-of-theart studios and workshops, under the guidance of our experienced team of lecturers. MCAST Institute of Art and Design Misra침 l-G침onoq, Tar치a Gap, Mosta MST 1735 00356 2141 2783 00356 2143 3205 adi@mcast.edu.mt Director: Mr Stephen Vella Deputy Directors: Ms Melanie Mizzi, Mr Mark Theuma

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List of courses Page

MQF Level

Course Code

Course Title

12/07/01

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Art and Design - Level 1*

12/07/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Art and Design - Level 2*

12/07/03A

MCAST Diploma in Printing - Level 3*

12/07/04

MCAST Diploma in the Creative Arts - Level 3*

12/07/05

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design

12/07/06

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production

12/07/07

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts)

12/07/08

MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

12/07/09

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in 3D Design

12/07/10

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Fine Arts

12/07/11

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design

12/07/12

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media

12/07/13

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Media (Moving Image)

12/07/14

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Photography

12/07/15

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in 3D Design and Interiors

12/07/16

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fine Arts

12/07/17

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Graphic Design and Interactive Media

12/07/18

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Media (Moving Image)

I joined MCAST in 2005 armed with my A Levels and some basic skills in carpentry and tailoring. Five years later, after graduating with an MCAST degree, I joined a design team as product and interior designer. I eventually focused my design skills entirely on product design. I cannot describe the satisfaction I feel at being able to realise my own designs within real-life settings for highly-esteemed clients.

Rebecca Cilia, Freelance Product Designer BA (Hons) in 3D Design and Interiors Founding member and President of

DESIGNMALTA

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Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never forget my MCAST experience. It provided me with the necessary skills and experience to become proficient in Interactive Media, while helping me to develop as an individual.

Stefano Ellul, Web Designer at Map IT BA (Hons) in Graphic Design and Interactive Media

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Art and Design - Level 1

MQF LEVEL 1 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120701

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests and Drawing Test At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Observe and understand others’ work, identifying formal elements 2. Explore mark-making and making skills 3. Explore and experiment safely with 2D and 3D materials 4. Use observation and recording skills to create simple art designs.

This one-year programme provides students who completed their compulsory education and are in possession of their School Leaving Certificate an opportunity to follow an introductory course in the field of Art and Design. The programme focuses on basic art and design principles, with an emphasis on vocational practice, which enables students to understand better the vocation they intend to follow and prepare them for further training in the field.

Dan il-programm ta’ sena joffri l-opportunità biex dawk l-istudenti li għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tattmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja, ikunu jistgħu jsegwu kors ta’ studju bażiku fil-qasam tal-Arti u d-Disinn. Il-programm jiffoka fuq il-prinċipji elementari ta’ din il-ħidma kreattiva, b’enfasi fuq il-ħila vokazzjonali, li permezz tagħha inti tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar l-għażla li għamilt. Tagħraf ukoll kif tista’ timxi ‘l quddiem u tkompli titħarreġ ladarba tispiċċa dan il-kors b’suċċess.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Art and Design – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120702

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Research from primary and secondary sources to inspire and develop own work 2. Research and describe others’ work, using appropriate technical terms 3. Use modelling techniques in various materials with emphasis on Health and Safety 4. Apply learnt principles onto own work, keeping a visual record of progression and development of ideas.

The course provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a structured programme of study in an area that is close to their interests. The programme includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students form a clear idea of the nature of the vocation they intend to follow.

Dan il-kors joffri l-opportunità biex dawk l-istudenti li għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja jkunu jistgħu isegwu programm ta’ studju li jista’ jinteressahom. Il-programm jinkludi ammont sinifikanti ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li twassal biex l-istudent ikun jista’ jagħżel x’qasam ta’ ħila jew sengħa jkun jixtieq jitħarreġ fihom fis-snin ta’ wara.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Printing – Level 3 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120703A

Fees: Not applicable

The Diploma in Printing aims to deliver both general as well as area specific education and training. The course provides you with opportunities to enter employment in the trade.

Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Preferred subject: Art (or Art and Design or Textiles and Design)

This qualification provides opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life. Successful students may apply for the Journeyman’s Certificate at craft level.

Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio

Based on an apprenticeship scheme, students will harness theoretical knowledge at the Institute, backed up by practical training within the printing industry.

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the underlying principles of printing technologies and processes and their safe application 2. Generate artwork towards the production of printed materials 3. Produce finished printing products up to industry standards 4. Evaluate printing products appropriately. Career opportunities:

• Pre-Press assistant machine operator • Assistant printing machine operator

Id-Diploma in Printing toffri edukazzjoni u taħriġ kemm fuq livell ġeneriku kif ukoll filqasam tas-sengħa tal-istampar. Il-kors iwassal biex l-istudent jifhem aħjar x’jitlob impjieg flistamperija u hekk ikun f’pożizzjoni aħjar biex isib ix-xogħol fis-settur. Minbarra li titgħallem it-teknika tipika li titlob issengħa, se jkollok opportunità titħarreġ f’għażla wiesgħa ta’ ħiliet, inklużi dawk li jirrigwardaw l-attitudni tal-ħaddiem fuq il-post tax-xogħol. Il-kors fih ukoll element ta’ apprentistat. Bissaħħa ta’ dan it-tagħrif teoretiku li inti tkun qed tiġbor mill-Istitut, issib l-applikazzjoni tiegħu fl-industrija tal-istampar.

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MCAST students at Progress Press Company Ltd.

12/07/04

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in the Creative Arts – Level 3 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120704

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: 4 SEC/O-LEVEL PASSES Compulsory: English Language and Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the basic principles of art, design and creativity 2. Show a contextual understanding of others’ art and design work 3. Work safely within different environments while experimenting with various media, materials and techniques 4. Develop and produce art and design work in response to design briefs.

The MCAST Diploma in Creative Arts provides a broad-based curriculum giving students the opportunity to explore a wide range of disciplines related to the creative fields. Students registering for this course will normally have a strong inclination towards the creative disciplines, but will usually possess little or no prior training in the field. Thus, through this programme you will be able to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to prepare for entry into higher level courses in the creative fields, such as the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design and the Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production. Based on a series of study units, students will harness theoretical knowledge, as well as practical skills during workshop based sessions related to given art and design briefs.

Id-Diploma in Creative Arts toffri firxa wiesgħa ta’ tagħlim u tagħti lill-istudenti l-opportunità li jitħarrġu f’oqsma varji tal-arti u d-disinn. Dan il-kors jgħodd għal dawk li jħobbu jkunu kreattivi iżda li sal-lum ma ħadu l-ebda taħriġ f’dan il-qasam. Għaldaqstant, permezz ta’ dan il-programm, inti tkun tista’ tibda tiżviluppa dawk il-ħiliet, l-għarfien u t-tagħlim meħtieġ biex tidħol f’wieħed mill-korsijiet ogħla li joffri l-Istitut. Per eżempju: il-Foundation Diploma in Art and Design jew l-Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production. Il-programm magħmul minn serje ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li jiżviluppaw it-tagħlim teoretiku kif ukoll il-ħiliet prattiċi fil-workshop, u skont dak li huwa mistenni fid-diversi eżerċizzji li jingħataw lill-istudent.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120705

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Art or Art and Design or Textiles and Design Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the basic principles underlying art, design and creativity 2. Explore and experiment with a range of media, materials and techniques 3. Develop different ideas towards the solution of simple design problems 4. Describe and evaluate own and others’ art and design work.

The BTEC Diploma in Art and Design provides underpinning knowledge and practical skills, giving students an introduction to various aspects of the creative industries. This programme is especially beneficial for those students who intend to progress to higher levels of education and training in Art, Craft and Design or Media.

Il-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design toffri bażi soda ta’ tagħlim u taħriġ prattiku li jħejju lill-istudenti għal għarfien aħjar tal-aspetti varji li wieħed jiltaqa’ magħhom fl-industriji kreattivi. Dan il-kors jibbenefikaw minnu dawk l-istudenti li biħsiebhom jissuktaw bl-istudju tagħhom fuq livelli ogħla ta’ edukazzjoni u taħriġ, f’oqsma bħal ma huma l-Arti, l-Artiġjanat, id-Disinn jew il-Media.

Based on a series of study units, students will harness theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills during lectures as well as workshop based sessions related to given art and design briefs.

Il-programm magħmul minn serje ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li jiżviluppaw it-tagħlim teoretiku permezz ta’ lezzjonijiet, kif ukoll il-ħiliet prattiċi fil-workshops, u skont dak li huwa mistenni fiddiversi eżerċizzji li jingħataw lill-istudent.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120706

Course Duration: 2 years full-time

Other entry requirements: Interview

Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST Diploma in the Creative Arts or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: Art and English Language Note: As from 2013, the entry requirements will be: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST Diploma in the Creative Arts or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Art or English Language or Music Studies + Interview

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Show a broad understanding of the TV and Film industries 2. Use industry standard equipment and digital applications 3. Produce audio-visual work according to set briefs 4. Evaluate own and others’ audio-visual productions. Career opportunities:

• Assistant camera person • Assistant audio person • Assistant video editor

The MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production opens up a range of pathways leading to careers within the Television and Media sectors. Examples of areas that media students may go on to work in are film, interactive media and television.

L-MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production twitti t-triq għad-dħul f’diversi karrieri li għandhom rabta mat-Televiżjoni u s-setturi tal-Media. Bħala eżempju tal-oqsma li l-istudenti tal-Media jistgħu jitħajru għalihom hemm il-film, il-media interattiva u t-televiżjoni.

This two-year programme gives you a broad introduction to the various aspects of audiovisual production. It provides you with a solid foundation in the underlying theories, while also covering practical areas such as audio, camera techniques and video editing. Knowledge and technical competences are linked through a number of assignment briefs, which shall give you the opportunity to apply learnt theories to practical audio-visual production work.

Dan il-programm ta’ sentejn iħejjik tajjeb għal aspetti diversi tal-produzzjoni awdjo-viżiva. Joffrilek ukoll pedament b’saħħtu fuq it-teoriji li huma ta’ bażi għas-suġġett. Il-kors jidħol f’aspetti prattiċi bħalma huma l-awdjo, it-teknika tal-kamera u l-editjar tal-video. Il-ħila kreattiva u dik teknika jintrabtu flimkien permezz tależerċizzji assenjati. Dawn jagħtuk l-opportunità tapplika t-teoriji li tkun studjajt fil-prattika u filproduzzjoni ta’ xogħol awdjo-viżiv.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120707

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design or 4 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Art or Art and Design or Textiles and Design Preferred: Design and Technology or equivalent, Mathematics, English Language Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Conduct research in response to a variety of design crafts briefs 2. Develop ideas towards the production of design crafts artefacts 3. Experiment safely and explore a variety of materials, media and techniques 4. Describe and evaluate own and other people’s design crafts productions. Career opportunities:

• Craftsman - Stone Carving, Ceramist, Jeweller

Craftspersons and designer-makers often produce handmade objects for direct retail outlets. Some artisans work alone and set up small workshops.

Hemm ħafna artiġjani u disinjaturi li jaħdmu l-prodotti tagħhom bl-id u jqassmuhom għallbejgħ fil-ħwienet. Hemm oħrajn li jbiegħu dak li jaħdmu direttament minn workshops żgħar.

Today there are a number of organisations and professional bodies giving advice for such startups. Students following this programme will gain knowledge and competences in a number of areas, including ceramics, stone carving, craft objects in metal and wood, jewellery and textiles. You may then choose to specialise in selected media by following another course.

Illum hemm numru ta’ organizzazzjonijiet u gruppi professjonali li lesti jagħtu pariri siewja lil dawk li jixtiequ jiftħu għal rashom. Dawk li jidħlu għal dan il-kors jistgħu jitħarrġu f’diversi ħiliet. Dawn jinkludu ċ-ċeramika, oġġetti artiġjanali tal-metall u tal-injam, il-ġojjellerija u t-tessuti. Inti tkun tista’ mbagħad tagħżel li tispeċjalizza f’xi sengħa minnhom.

Based on a series of study units, students will harness theoretical knowledge, as well as practical skills during workshop based sessions related to given art and design craft briefs.

Il-programm magħmul minn serje ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li jiżviluppaw it-tagħlim teoretiku kif ukoll il-ħiliet prattiċi fil-workshop, u skont dak li huwa mistenni fid-diversi eżerċizzji li jingħataw lill-istudent.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design 4

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120708

Course Duration: 1 year full-time

Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio

Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Diploma in the Creative Arts or A-Level Art (or Art and Design) and SEC O-Level Passes in English Language and one other subject or I-Level Art (or Art and Design) and SEC O-Level Passes in English Language and three other subjects or SEC/O-Level Passes in Art (or Art and Design or Textiles and Design), English Language and four other subjects

The BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design is distinguished by its recognition of the importance of independent thinking, organisation and motivation, leading to an informed choice of progression opportunities, such as the Higher National Diplomas. This unique programme provides you with the fundamentals of creative thinking and development, allowing you to explore and experiment with a broad range of traditional and non-traditional media, materials and techniques. Based on a series of study units, you will harness theoretical knowledge, as well as practical skills during workshop based sessions related to given art and design assignment briefs.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Demonstrate critical awareness of the visual world and the relationship of contemporary practice to historical, cultural, environmental and social influences 2. Observe and interpret visual and written information in the development of exploratory creative work 3. Display intellectual curiosity through the exploration of a wide range of media 4. Extend own experimental work through to the realisation of finished, innovative products. Career opportunities:

• Craftsman - Stone Carving, Ceramist, Jeweller L-istudenti li jidħlu għall-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design mistennija juru livell ta’ maturità, indipendenza u motivazzjoni fil-mod ta’ kif jaħsbu u ta’ kif jorganizzaw xogħolhom. B’hekk jaslu biex jagħrfu aħjar l-opportunitajiet li jeżistu biex wieħed jissokta fl-istudji tiegħu, bħal, ngħidu aħna, id-diplomi fil-livell ħamsa (dawk tal-Higher National). Dan il-programm uniku jrawwem fik għarfien sħiħ tal-ħsieb kreattiv u ta’ kif tista’ tiżviluppa l-ideat. Ikollok l-opportunità tesperimenta u tesplora t-teknika li teħtieġ biex tħaddem diversi materjali, mhux biss dawk tradizzjonali. Il-programm magħmul minn serje ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju u eżerċizzji relatati li jiżviluppawlek it-tagħlim teoretiku kif ukoll il-ħiliet prattiċi filworkshop.

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MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in 3D Design

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120709

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts) or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level Passes Compulsory A-Level: Art or Art and Design, or equivalent Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out in-depth research and investigation independently 2. Apply complex theories of 3D Design to own work, practically and creatively 3. Work to a broad range of design briefs within different 3D design contexts 4. Evaluate own and other 3D Designers’ work and identify strategies for improvement. Career opportunities: Assistant product designer Assistant interior designer

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This course offers a strong emphasis on practical skills development alongside the assimilation of requisite knowledge and understanding in the field of product and spatial design.

Dan il-kors jenfasizza kemm l-iżvilupp tal-ħiliet prattiċi fl-użu tal-materjali kif ukoll dawk kreattivi fil-qasam tad-disinn tal-prodott u d-disinn tal-ispazji.

You will be expected to be able to work individually as well as in teams, in the production of design work for fictional as well as reallife case scenarios. This holistic vocational programme meets individual progression needs, whether it leads to employment or further studies on degree courses.

Fix-xogħol li tiġi assenjat, li jinkludi kemm proġetti fittizji kif ukoll oħrajn ta’ veru, trid tkun lest li taħdem waħdek kif ukoll ma’ ħaddieħor. Dan il-programm vokazzjonali jilħaq firxa sħiħa ta’ għanijiet, kemm dawk edukattivi kif ukoll dawk li jwasslu biex inti tidħol fid-dinja tax-xogħol jew biex tissokta bl-istudji tiegħek fil-livell tal-lawrja.

Institute of art and design

12/07/10

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Fine Arts

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120710

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts) or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Art or Art and Design or equivalent Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio

The programme units of the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Fine Art may be considered as a synthesis of the most important elements of professional fine art practice, concerned as they are with underpinning knowledge, fundamental skills and understanding. Throughout the course, you will be encouraged to delve into the multidimensional aspect of Fine Art theory and practice, tackling a broad range of issues, including spiritual, moral and ethical, as well as environmental and socio-cultural. The programme culminates with the development of learners’ personal fine art identity, and the presentation of selected artwork through a selfmanaged fine art exhibition.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Develop research and investigative skills in relation to historical and contemporary practice in fine art 2. Synthesise a range of concepts, knowledge and skills relating to fine art 3. Engage with complex and/or unpredictable situations in fine art contexts 4. Apply complex theories to practical realistic work situations in the fine art sectors. Career opportunities:

• Stone or wood sculptor • Fine artist • Junior creative artist L-unitajiet ta’ studju tal-BTEC HND Diploma in Fine Art, kors tal-ħames livell, huma sintesi tal-iżjed elementi importanti li jeħtiġilhom jifhmu tajjeb dawk li jixtiequ jaħdmu professjonalment bħala artisti. Din il-ġabra ta’ ħiliet tinkludi l-għarfien kreattiv u l-kompetenzi tekniċi li mingħajrhom ma tistax timxi ‘l quddiem. Matul il-kors inti tkun tista’ tidħol fil-fond talaspetti multidimensjonali tat-teorija u l-prattika tal-arti. Ix-xogħol tal-artist jista’ jkollu rabta ma’ kwistjonijiet spiritwali, morali u etiċi, kif ukoll ma’ dawk ambjentali u soċjo-kulturali. Il-programm jilħaq il-qofol tiegħu bilparteċipazzjoni tiegħek f’wirja tal-arti finali. Inti tkun mistenni ttella’ u tarma x-xogħol li tkun ħdimt biex tagħti xhieda tal-identità personali li tkun żviluppajt matul il-kors.

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120711

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Art or Art and Design or equivalent Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Research and investigate a broad range of historical and contemporary graphic design work and applications 2. Synthesise a range of concepts, knowledge and skills relating to graphic design 3. Apply complex theories to practical realistic work situations in the graphic design industry 4. Use a range of digital applications in the production of graphic design work. Career opportunities: Junior graphic designer Junior animation assistant Junior web designer

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The MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in this sector. This course equips individuals with knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment or to further their studies through the top-up degree programme. Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to work alone or in groups in the development production of creative graphic design work in response to assignment briefs based on real-life cases. This programme is delivered over a series of practical assignments backed up by theoretical knowledge in the fundamentals of graphic design as a discipline. Beyond the set guided learning hours, students are expected to work independently.

Il-Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design twassal għal għarfien sħiħ tal-prattika u l-ħiliet kreattivi li jitlob dan is-settur industrijali. Fi tmiem dan il-kors ta’ sentejn inti tkun tista’ tagħżel bejn li tissokta bl-istudju tiegħek fil-livell ta’ lawrja jew inkella tfittex ix-xogħol. Matul il-kors, inti tingħata ċ-ċans taħdem kemm waħdek kif ukoll fi grupp ma’ studenti oħra. Ta’ spiss tiġi assenjat eżerċizzji li jkunu bbażati fuq sitwazzjonijiet ta’ veru. Il-programm fih serje ta’ xogħlijiet prattiċi li jkunu msaħħa bit-tagħlim teoretiku li titlob din iddixxiplina. Barra mil-lezzjonijiet fissi, li l-istudent jeħtieġlu jattendi, il-kors f’dan il-livell jitlob li jsir xogħol barrani u b’mod indipendenti.

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12/07/12

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120712

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level Passes Compulsory: Art or Computing Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Research and investigate a broad range of historical and contemporary interactive media work and applications 2. Synthesise a range of concepts, knowledge and skills relating to interactive media 3. Apply complex theories to practical work situations in the interactive media industry 4. Use a range of digital applications in the production of interactive media work. Career opportunities:

• Junior web designer • Junior graphic designer

The MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media has been developed to prepare learners to work in interactive media related careers. The course provides you with opportunities to develop your ability in the interactive media area through effective use and combination of creative knowledge and computer skills. The course is offered in conjunction with the Institute of Information and Communication Technology.

Il-Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media tħejji lill-student għal xogħol u għal karrieri fissettur tal-midja interattiva. Il-kors joffrilek opportunitajiet biex tiżviluppa l-ħiliet tiegħek f’dan il-qasam speċifiku. Titħarreġ fl-użu effettiv tal-kompetenza kreattiva u s-sengħa fl-użu tal-kompjuter. Dan il-kors huwa offrut flimkien mal-Istitut tat-Teknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni u talKomunikazzjoni.

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Media (Moving Image)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120713

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in CREATIVE Media Production* *As from September 2013, students progressing from the MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production will be given preference in cases where the number of applicants exceeds the number of available places. or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Preferred A-Level: Art or Art and Design or equivalent Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Contextually investigate and interpret historical and contemporary audio-visual work 2. Synthesise a range of concepts, knowledge and skills relating to the audio-visual media 3. Apply complex theories to practical realistic media work contexts 4. Take responsibility to manage and direct own and others’ activities while engaging with complex and unpredictable situations in media contexts. Career opportunities: Camera person Audio person Video editor

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An understanding of Media Studies has become critically essential in today’s society. This is a diverse sector compared to other types of industries and there are various different potential careers, ranging from creative and technical roles to commercial and administration-based jobs. The MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Media (Moving Image) offers learners the opportunity to build a strong portfolio of audio-visual productions. Throughout the programme, you will be challenged to work on real-life cases, applying theoretical knowledge to practical projects. Work is often conducted in teams, and you will be in a position to take up different roles so as to give you exposure in all media areas.

It-tħejjija ta’ ħaddiema kompetenti fil-qasam tal-Media llum sar essenzjali. Dan is-settur huwa wieħed diversifikat ħafna meta tikkomparah ma’ industriji oħra. Għaldaqstant il-potenzjal ta’ karrieri ta’ speċjalizzazzjoni huwa wieħed tassew wiesa’. Hemm xogħol ta’ natura kreattiva u ieħor ta’ natura teknika, hemm il-lat kummerċjali kif ukoll dak li joffri l-impjieg fl-amministrazzjoni. Il-Higher National Diploma in Media (Moving Image) twasslek biex tibni portafoll b’għażla siewja ta’ produzzjonijiet awdjo-viżivi. Tul il-programm, inti ser ikollok tipproduċi xogħol li jista’ jkollu rabta ma’ sitwazzjonijiet ta’ veru, fejn tapplika t-teorija li titgħallem fuq proġetti prattiċi. Ta’ sikwit ser taħdem ma’ ħaddieħor u jkollok l-opportunità tassumi rwoli differenti sabiex titħarreġ f’diversi aspetti tal-mestier.

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12/07/14

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Photography

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120714

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level Passes Compulsory A-Level: Photography or Art or English Other entry requirements: Interview and Portfolio At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Investigate, interpret and critically evaluate a broad range of photographic work 2. Develop in-depth understanding of and capability to handle digital photography equipment 3. Use computer applications in the development of creative photographic work 4. Work to different types of brief set within photographic contexts. Career opportunities: Junior photographer assistant

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Throughout this two-year programme of studies, students will be introduced to a broad range of photographic techniques, with particular focus on digital photography. You will learn a set of skills and the knowledge relevant to a critical understanding of the production and consumption of photographic images. You will also be encouraged to develop a creative and critically informed methodology in your work. This course embraces a broad approach to image making and you will be encouraged to develop the special skills which are necessary for the successful execution of photography in relation to fine art, advertising, fashion and installation work.

Tul dan il-programm ta’ sentejn, l-istudenti jitħarrġu f’għażla wiesgħa ta’ prattiċi kif jitlob ilqasam tal-fotografija, u partikolarment dik diġitali. Minbarra t-teknika marbuta mas-sengħa, inti titgħallem tifhem aħjar u b’mod kritiku x’timplika l-produzzjoni u l-konsum tal-immaġni fotografika. Tkun mistenni wkoll tiżviluppa metodoloġija kreattiva u informata fix-xogħol tiegħek. Il-kors iħaddan prattika wiesgħa fil-ħolqien talimmaġni. Għalhekk, inti tkun mistenni tiżviluppa dawk il-ħiliet speċjali li jwassluk biex tapplika s-sengħa u l-arti tal-fotografija f’kuntesti varji bħalma huma l-pittura u l-iskultura, ir-reklamar, il-moda u l-installazjoni.

Institute of art and design

MQF LEVEL 5

12/07/15

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in 3D Design and Interiors

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120715

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in 3D Design 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. Conduct in-depth, contextual research pertaining to complex design problems 2. Challenge assumptions and accepted conventions in design work 3. Develop industry-standard as well as innovative design solutions to complex design briefs 4. Analyse and evaluate a broad range of design solutions. Career opportunities: Product designer Interior designer

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Following their 2-year Higher National Diploma, students who satisfy the entry requirements will qualify to progress to the third year of the MCAST vocational degree. Diversity is encouraged, enabling participants to explore a wide field of interests related to 3D Design and Interiors. A strong emphasis is placed on individual development, creative exploration, personal expression and interpretation. You shall cover aspects of technology and contextual issues with particular focus on sustainability, principles of team-work, communication and coordination for professional practice. You shall also negotiate and structure an individual major design project for a final exhibition.

L-istudenti li jissodisfaw il-kundizzjonijiet mitluba, wara li jkunu temmew il-kors tal-Higher National Diploma (3D Design), jistgħu jitilgħu fit-tielet sena tal-programm vokazzjonali li jwassal għal-lawrja. Il-kors jinkoraġġixxi d-diversità u joffri l-opportunità biex l-istudenti jkunu jistgħu jesploraw firxa wiesgħa ta’ attivitajiet fil-qasam tad-disinn tridimensjonali. L-enfasi qiegħda fuq l-iżvilupp u l-esplorazzjoni kreattiva, l-espressjoni u l-interpretazzjoni personali. Tistudja xi aspetti tat-teknoloġija f’kuntest relatat, b’attenzjoni speċjali fuq is-sostenibbiltà, il-prinċipji ta’ kif taħdem tajjeb ma’ ħaddieħor, ilkomunikazzjoni u l-koordinazzjoni għall-prattika professjonali. Tkun tista’ wkoll tiddiskuti proġett finali bi tħejjija għall-wirja tal-aħħar tas-sena.

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fine Arts

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120716

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Fine Arts 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. Apply concepts and techniques in personal practice, through to realisation and presentation of fine art work 2. Communicate effectively concepts, methodologies and outcomes both visually and verbally to your peers and fellow practitioners 3. Investigate major contemporary theoretical fields of discourse in relation to alternative, historical and cultural contexts 4. Display advanced skills in researching, developing and realising your own selfinitiated programme of work. Career opportunities: Fine artist

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This one-year programme tops up the Higher National Diploma in Fine Arts. The course entails practical work and is supported by historical and contextual studies with an emphasis on contemporary art. It approaches the study and practice of art in an investigative, experimental and research-minded way. Most course content is studio-based and students develop their own work with tutorial and technical assistance according to their individual needs. A degree in the area of visual arts prepares you to enter a variety of related fields within the creative industries. Fine artists typically work independently, specialising in preferred art forms. Your future could include painting, sculpting, print-making, photography, digital applications and drawing/illustration, among other artistic careers.

Dan il-programm ta’ sena jkompli jibni fuq is-sentejn kors tal-Higher National Diploma (Fine Arts). Bħas-sentejn ta’ qabel, il-programm huwa wieħed ta’ natura prattika. It-tifsila talkors tħaddan ukoll l-istorja tal-arti u l-istudji kuntestwali b’enfasi fuq il-kontemporanju. Kemm l-istudju kif ukoll il-prattika jingħataw xeħta investigattiva, esperimentali u ta’ riċerka. Bħala student tal-arti inti jkollok spazju fl-istudju fejn tkun tista’ tiżviluppa x-xogħol tiegħek. Flistess ħin inti tkun tista’ tiddiskuti mal-għalliema u tfittex l-għajnuna teknika li teħtieġ. Lawrja fl-arti viżiva tista’ tkun ta’ tħejjija siewja biex issib xogħol relatat mal-industriji kreattivi. Ftakar iżda li tipikament ħafna artisti, bħal pitturi u skulturi, jaħdmu b’mod indipendenti u jispeċjalizzaw f’dak il-qasam tal-arti li jixtiequ huma. Tista’ għaldaqstant tikkunsidra l-pittura, l-iskultura, ix-xogħol tal-istampar, il-fotografija, l-applikazzjonjijet diġitali, it-tpinġija jew l-illustrazzjoni u l-bqija.

Institute of art and design

12/07/16

12/07/17

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Graphic Design and Interactive Media

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120717

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media 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. Conduct in-depth, contextual research pertaining to complex graphic design and interactive media problems 2. Challenge assumptions and accepted conventions in graphic design and interactive media work 3. Develop industry-standard as well as innovative design solutions 4. Analyse and evaluate a wide range of design solutions. Career opportunities: Graphic designer Web designer

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This one-year programme is a top-up to the 2-year Higher National Diploma programme. You will be supported and encouraged to develop a specialist focus and critical and analytical skills, enabling them to challenge design conventions and ideology.

Dan il-programm ta’ sena jkompli jibni fuq is-sentejn kors tal-Higher National Diploma. Inti ssib l-għajnuna u l-inkoraġġiment li teħtieġ biex tiżviluppa l-ħiliet kritiċi u analitiċi tiegħek. L-għan ta’ dan hu li tagħraf fejn trid tasal u fejn meħtieġ tilqa’ għal dak li huwa biss ta’ natura konvenzjonali.

Knowledge of Graphic Design and Interactive Media will be sharpened through the provision of a highly contextualised curriculum model that draws on contemporary design practice together with relevant historical, theoretical and cultural material.

Permezz ta’ mudell ta’ tagħlim prattiku u intensiv, il-kors iwasslek biex tifhem aħjar dawk l-aspetti tad-disinn grafiku u tal-media interattiva li l-iżjed tkun teħtieġ. Il-programm jinkludi wkoll l-istudju tal-istorja, it-teorija u l-kultura.

Integrated into the students’ experience is a negotiated major project and advanced development of theoretical and contextual knowledge.

Il-progett finali ta’ kull student, li jseħħ b’riżultat tad-diskussjoni mal-għalliema, jgħin biex iwessa’ l-esperjenzi, kemm teoretiċi kif ukoll prattiċi, li joffri dan il-kors.

Institute of art and design

12/07/18

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Media (Moving Image)

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120718

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Media (Moving Image) 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. Conduct in-depth, contextual research pertaining to audio-visual contexts 2. Challenge assumptions and accepted conventions in audio-visual creative productions 3. Use industry-standard equipment and digital applications up to professional standards 4. Manage holistically audio-visual productions. Career opportunities: TV production assistant

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Following their 2-year Higher National Diploma, students who satisfy the entry requirements will qualify to progress to the third year of the MCAST vocational degree. The programme coaches learners to work in this challenging, constantly changing environment with an aim to better understand how this particular industry functions as well as to develop ideas for its future. You will work on productions using industrystandard equipment and facilities, supported and guided by a professional staff complement. Experimentation with and exploration of production for new platforms, such as mobile and internet content, is highly encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work within teams, taking up different roles in different audio-visual productions.

L-istudenti li jissodisfaw il-kundizzjonijiet mitluba, wara li jkunu temmew il-kors tal-Higher National Diploma in Media (Moving Image), jistgħu jidħlu għat-tielet sena tal-programm vokazzjonali li jwassal għal-lawrja. Il-programm huwa wieħed ta’ tħejjija għax-xogħol f’qasam li joffri sfida u li jinbidel minn mument għall-ieħor. Dan iwassal biex l-istudent ikun jista’ jifhem aħjar kif din l-industrija partikulari tiffunzjona u biex wieħed jitgħallem jiżviluppa ideat ġodda għall-ġejjieni. Taħt it-tmexxija ta’ għalliema professjonali, tkun tista’ taħdem fuq produzzjonijiet li jitolbu makkinarju u faċilitajiet tipiċi tassettur. Ninkoraġġixxu l-esperimentazzjoni u l-esplorazzjoni ta’ teknoloġiji ġodda u l-applikazzjoni tagħhom fl-użu, ngħidu aħna, talmobile u l-internet. Ikollok ukoll opportunità taħdem f’tim ma’ ħaddieħor, u tassumi rwoli differenti fi produzzjonijiet awdjo-viżivi.

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bachelor of ARTS (honours) in 3D Design and Interiors

bachelor of ARTS (honours) in FINE ARTS

bachelor of ARTS (honours) in Graphic Design and Interactive Media

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Media (Moving Image)

1 year full-time

12/07/12

12/07/13

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Interactive Media

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Media (moving image)

2 years full-time

12/07/09

12/07/10

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in 3D Design

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Fine Arts

2 years full-time

12/07/11

12/07/14

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Graphic Design

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Photography

2 years full-time

12/07/07

12/07/06

12/07/08

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in Art and Design (Design Crafts)

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION

MCAST-BTEC Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

2 years full-time

1 year full-time

12/07/05

12/07/03A

12/07/04

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Art and Design

MCAST Diploma in Printing - LEVEL 3

MCAST DIPLOMA IN THE CREATIVE ARTS - LEVEL 3

2 years p/t on apprenticeship

1 year full-time

2 years full-time

1 year full-time

2 years full-time

12/07/02 MCAST Foundation Certificate in Art and Design - LEVEL 2 2

1 year full-time

12/07/01 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in ART and DESIGN - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

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Institute of BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING The Institute of Building and Construction Engineering offers vocational and educational programmes focusing on the construction and building services industries, ranging from design engineering to building and heritage restoration. Our courses give you the opportunity to start your studies at foundation levels, where you grasp the essential skills of the related trades, and subsequently progress to a higher level and acquire internationally-recognised qualifications, including the MCAST degrees. Our Institute includes workshops specialising in masonry, wood and stone restoration, woodwork, plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, welding and fabrication. We also have several computer laboratories customised for MCAST Institute of Building and Construction Engineering T/Ä fi Triq il-Kbira, Naxxar NXR 1971 00356 2142 3626/7 00356 2142 3624 ibce@mcast.edu.mt Director: Mr John Vella Deputy Director: Mr Martin Borg

construction engineering and design.

Institute of BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING

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MQF Level

Course Code

Course Title

12/04/01

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 1*

12/04/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 2*

12/04/03A

MCAST Diploma in Construction and Stone Masonry - Level 3*

12/04/04

MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Level 3*

12/04/05A

MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making - Level 3*

101

12/04/06A

MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Sewwej) - Level 3*

102

12/04/07A

MCAST Diploma in Plumbing - Level 3*

103

12/04/08A

MCAST Diploma in Trowel Trades (Plastering and Tile Laying or Painting and Decorating) - Level 3*

104

12/04/09A

MCAST Diploma in Welding and Fabrication - Level 3*

105

12/04/10

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction

107

12/04/11A

MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Level 4*

108

12/04/12A

MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making - Level 4*

110

12/04/13A

MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Mastru) - Level 4*

111

12/04/14A

MCAST Diploma in Plumbing - Level 4*

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MCAST Diploma in Welding and Fabrication - Level 4*

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12/04/16A

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services

Engineering)

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12/04/17A

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

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12/04/18A

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

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12/04/19

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building

Services Engineering)

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12/04/20

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil

Engineering)

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12/04/21

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

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12/04/22

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Engineering 6

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

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Suzanne Vella, First Year Student, MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Mastru)

A few years after I completed my studies and started working, I decided to seek a new career in building services. MCAST provided me with the support I needed to make this big step. My course includes an apprenticeship, which is helping me to acquire the practicalities of the new job I am aspiring for.

Joseph Gatt, First Year Student, MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120401

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. Understand the importance of following workshop safe practices and of handling hand tools safely 2. Follow instructions on how to mark simple templates 3. Follow instructions to produce simple products from various materials 4. Appreciate the link between workshop practice and key skills.

The programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to explore the underpinning principles of common construction engineering skills.

Il-programm joffri opportunità lill-istudenti li jkollhom ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex ikunu jistgħu jifhmu sew prinċipji bażiċi tal-inġinerija fil-kostruzzjoni.

Il-programm jinkludi l-prattika vokazzjonali u b’hekk tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar l-opportunitajiet li jeżistu fis-setturi diversi. Hemm elementi ta’ xogħol fl-injam, plumbing, xogħol fil-metall, bench-fitting u eżerċizzji prattiċi f’xogħol talelettriku.

By the end of the course, provided you are successful, you would have experienced and gained sufficient basic knowledge to follow any Foundation Certificate Level 2 programme offered by the Institute of Building and Construction Engineering or any other Institute.

Jekk tmur tajjeb, sa tmiem il-kors tkun ħadt biżżejjed prattika u ġbart l-għarfien meħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tidħol għal kwalunkwe Foundation Certificate kors fil-livell 2, li joffri l-Istitut tal-Bini u l-Inġinerija tal-Kostruzzjoni, jew xi Istitut ieħor.

The course includes a significant key skills component which will help you improve your language, literacy and numeracy skills. IT and Personal Development sessions are part and parcel of the key skills component.

Ikollok lezzjonijiet fil-Malti, l-Ingliż u l-Matematika. Irrispettivament mill-kors li tixtieq taqbad, dawn is-suġġetti ma tistax tgħaddi mingħajrhom. Magħhom ikollok ukoll lezzjonijiet tal-IT u talPersonal Development.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120402

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the basic characteristics of wood, plumbing, welding, fabrication, refrigeration and air-conditioning, and trowel trades 2. Use basic hand tools effectively and safely, to carry out specific practical tasks, in a workshop environment 3. Apply the knowledge and skills gained throughout the programme, to develop a practical project, under supervision 4. Understand and use essential skills in mathematics, language communication, information technology and basic technical documentation to carry out simple assigned tasks and assessments responsibly.

This programme provides you with an opportunity to get acquainted with the different vocational trades related to construction engineering. The vocational practice component is based on a ‘taster’ approach whereby you will learn about the tools, materials, processes and applications relative to: • Welding and Fabrication • Plumbing, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning • Woodwork • Trowel trades, including restoration, stone masonry and tile laying. Additionally, technical drawing will complement the four vocational areas listed above. Scientific underpinning principles, directly related to the vocational units, are also embedded within the programme.

Dan il-programm joffrilek opportunità biex tifhem aħjar is-snajja’ differenti li għandhom x’jaqsmu mal-inġinerija tal-kostruzzjoni. Fil-komponent vokazzjonali prattiku jkollok iċċans titħarreġ fuq għodda, materjali u proċessi relatati ma’: • Welding u Fabrication • Plumbing, Refrigeration u Air-conditioning • Xogħol fl-injam • Trowel trades, li jinkludu s-sengħa tar-restawr, ix-xogħol fil-ġebel u t-tqegħid tal-madum. Id-disinn tekniku jiġi inkorporat fl-erba’ oqsma li jidhru hawn fuq. Il-prinċipji xjentifiċi li huma relatati mal-unitajiet ta’ studju wkoll jagħmlu parti mill-kors.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Construction and Stone Masonry - Level 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120403A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Use basic tools to carry out construction operations 3. Set out building details 4. Describe the skills and construction operation needed for demolition. Career opportunities: Stone mason Construction site manager assistant

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The course enables you to become a skilled craftsperson in the building trade. To consolidate knowledge and skills learnt during this course, you may be able to continue studying to obtain the Mason’s Licence which will enable you to work without supervision. The course is based on both off-the-job and on-the-job training which gives an in-depth knowledge and experience in the building processes. Successful students acquire skills ranging from interpretation of drawings to practical masonry that fall within the building binding legislation. During the course you will also be given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in your career.

Il-kors iħarrġek fis-sengħa tal-bini. Jekk tkun tixtieq issaħħaħ l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li tkun ksibt, tista’ tkompli tistudja għal Liċenzja ta’ Bennej biex taħdem għal rasek u bla superviżjoni. Il-kors ibbażat fuq it-taħriġ li jsir kemm barra mill-post tax-xogħol kif ukoll fuq il-post taxxogħol. Dan jagħtik għarfien tajjeb u esperjenza siewja fil-proċessi tipiċi tal-bini. Dawk l-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb ikunu kapaċi japplikaw il-ħiliet li tgħallmu u jinterpretaw id-disinji fuq xogħol prattiku u skond il-leġiżlazzjoni li tirregola l-bini. Matul il-kors, inti tingħata wkoll l-opportunità li tiżviluppa il-ħiliet u l-kapaċitajiet personali biex tirnexxi fil-karriera tiegħek.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Level 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120404

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Set out and form pipe runs for small commercial installations 3. Set out equipment and accessories to fit for particular situations 4. Follow working procedure to ensure quality and maintenance. Career opportunities: Refrigeration technician Air-conditioning technician First line supervisor

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This diploma course provides the essential skills and knowledge related to heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC). It will enable successful students to work at technician level under supervision. HVAC installers and service technicians must master a broad array of applied skills in order to work and communicate effectively. The course provides training to give you a better understanding on how to manually operate refrigeration and air conditioning systems. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standards and students are expected to participate individually and in teams to operate refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Students will be given the opportunity to service and maintain refrigeration compressors, condensers, evaporators and other accessories.

Dan il-kors, li jwassal għal diploma, jagħtik l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li teħtieġ fil-qasam tal-heating, il-ventilazzjoni u l-arja kondizzjonata (HVAC). Dawk l-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb ikunu jistgħu jaħdmu bħala tekniċi taħt is-superviżjoni talimgħallem. Dawk li jinstallaw u joffru servizz fl-HVAC jeħtieġ li jkunu kapaċi japplikaw firxa sħiħa ta’ ħiliet biex ikunu jistgħu jaħdmu u jikkomunikaw kif mistenni. Il-kors jipprovdi t-taħriġ li jgħallmek kif tħaddem manwalment is-sistemi ta’ refriġerazzjoni u talarja kondizzjonata. It-taħriġ prattiku jsir fil-workshops li huma mgħammra skont l-istandards industrijali u l-istudenti mistennija li jipparteċipaw b’mod individwali u fi gruppi biex iħaddmu sistemi ta’ refriġerazzjoni u tal-arja kondizzjonata. L-istudenti jingħataw l-opportunità li jagħmlu xogħol ta’ servicing u manutenzjoni fuq kompressuri, kondensaturi, evaporaturi u aċċessorji oħra.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making Level 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120405A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship

This course includes both theoretical knowledge and extended practical training both off-the-job and on a work placement.

Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Manufacture batched interim products out of solid wood and composite materials 3. Take off dimensions from drawings, nest and prepare cutting lists 4. Set out to assemble (furniture) products. Career opportunities: Bench joiner First line supervisor

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Technological and practical lessons cover measuring, cutting, preparing and assembling timber and timber board products to make interior fittings such as kitchen cabinets, doors and window frames, etc. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standards. You will be expected to participate individually and in teams to produce simple products from solid wood and composite materials. Practical handling of hand and power tools and simple woodworking machine forms an integral part of the course.

Dan il-kors joffri kemm għarfien teoretiku kif ukoll prattika estiża kemm fuq ix-xogħol matul work placement kif ukoll lil hinn minnu. It-taħriġ jiġbor fih xogħol tipiku tas-sengħa, bħal ma huma l-kejl u l-qtugħ, it-tħejjija u l-armar ta’ prodotti tal-injam mastizz u tal-folji li jintużaw għall-għamara tad-djar bħal kċejjen, bibien u twieqi, eċċ. It-taħriġ prattiku jsir fil-workshops li huma attrezzati skont ma jitolbu l-istandards talindustrija. Tkun mistenni taħdem kemm għal rasek kif ukoll fi grupp biex tagħmel prodotti sempliċi tal-injam u materjali komposti. Ikollok l-opportunità tipprattika bl-għodda tal-id u b’dik tal-elettriku. L-użu tal-magni għal xogħol sempliċi jagħmel parti mit-taħriġ.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Sewwej) - Level 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120406A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or MCAST Introductory Certificate in Masonry Heritage Skills (Riffied) or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Physics or Chemistry

This vocational course gives you the opportunity to take stone restoration as a career. It provides both practical and theoretical skills to enable participation in limited interventions in stone restoration. Successful students will progress to the next higher level course in restoration.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Use basic tools on surfaces to stabilise, preserve and restore historic buildings 3. Interpret written specifications/drawings and evaluation reports for work on historic structures 4. Identify the main types of materials in use. Career opportunities: Masonry heritage skills technician Heritage site technical coordinator

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Dan il-kors vokazzjonali jagħtik l-opportunita’ taqbad karriera fir-restawr tal-ġebla. Il-programm huwa magħmul minn elementi prattiċi kif ukoll dawk teoretiċi u jkollok opportunità tieħu sehem f’interventi limitati ta’ restawr. Dawk l-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb ikunu jistgħu jersqu għall-kors tarrestawr f’livell ogħla.

Throughout the programme learners will have the opportunity to obtain necessary maintenance, protection and preservation skills, understand preparation and recording techniques, and apply cleaning and testing procedures.

Titgħallem ukoll il-ħiliet ta’ manutenzjoni u konservazzjoni, kif tipprepara u żżomm nota dettaljata tax-xogħol li tkun għamilt, kif ukoll talinterventi li jinvolvu tindif u ttestjar ta’ materjal.

The programme is complemented with other essential units such as safety at work, technical reporting, information technology and practical mathematics.

Il-programm huwa magħmul minn għażla bilanċjata ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju, u jinkludu wkoll elementi ta’ sigurtà fuq ix-xogħol, IT u matematika.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Plumbing - Level 3 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120407A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Identify materials for specific applications in plumbing 3. Take off dimensions from drawings 4. Carry out installations, alterations, repair and planned maintenance of existing systems. Career opportunities: Installation and maintenance tradesperson Plumber First line supervisor

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This part-time apprenticeship course comprises theoretical knowledge and extended practical training both off-the-job and during the work placement.

Dan il-kors part-time jinkludi l-apprentistat u jiġbor fih l-għarfien teoretiku li titlob is-sengħa u l-prattika li trid issir kemm fuq il-post tax-xogħol kif ukoll lil hinn minnu.

The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standards. Students are expected to participate individually and in teams to install pipe systems/fittings. Practical handling of hand tools, power tools and typical trade tools, such as thread cutting machines, form an integral part of the course.

It-taħriġ prattiku jsir f’workshops mgħammra skont l-istandards li titlob l-industrija. L-istudenti huma mistennija li jipparteċipaw b’mod individwali kif ukoll fi gruppi biex jitgħallmu jinstallaw sistemi u fittings ta’ pajpijiet. Il-prattika tinkludi l-użu għaqli tal-għodda tal-id u talelettriku, esperjenza bil-magni tipiċi tas-sengħa bħal dawk li jaqtgħu l-kamini, u l-bqija.

You will learn about control systems with the use of actuators and passive solar panels installations. The programme also includes an introduction to liquid petroleum gas (LPG) installations.

Titgħallem dwar sistemi ta’ kontroll bl-użu ta’ actuators u l-installazzjoni ta’ pannelli tax-xemx. Ikollok ukoll introduzzjoni għal installazzjonijiet li jaħdmu bil-gass taż-żejt (LPG).

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Trowel Trades (Plastering and Tile Laying or Painting and Decorating) - Level 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120408A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Identify materials for specific applications 3. Set out tiling tasks from specifications and drawings 4. Use tools to perform floor and wall tile laying. Career opportunities: Assistant Site Coordinator Tile layer Plasterer

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This course enables you to become a career trades person in plastering and tile laying or painting and decorating. These skills are used in the construction finishing process. The sector requires trained and qualified people in the use of finishing materials such as types of plaster, plastering processes, tiles and tiling materials of high standard, painting, both as a surface finish and style of living.

Dan il-kors jista’ jwasslek biex taqbad karriera fis-sengħa tal-kisi, l-iċċangjar, u x-xogħol ta’ tibjid u dekorazzjoni. Dawn huma l-ħiliet tipiċi li titlob is-sengħa tal-bini fil-proċess tal-irfinar. Dan il-qasam jeħtieġ nies imħarrġa sewwa fl-użu talmaterjali bħal ma huma tipi ta’ ġibs, proċessi ta’ kisi u materjali li jintużaw fit-tqegħid tal-madum. Xogħol maħdum bis-sengħa jwassal għal standards għoljin u stil ta’ għixien kif mixtieq.

During the course you will be given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in your career.

Matul il-kors inti tingħata l-opportunità biex tiżviluppa l-ħiliet u l-kwalitajiet personali li huma essenzjali jekk trid tirnexxi fil-karriera tiegħek.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Welding and Fabrication Level 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120409A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship course comprises a balance of theoretical knowledge and extended practical training both off-the-job and on work placement.

Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or Certificate in Engineering Skills (C&G 1155) or 2 SEC/O-Level passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Produce simple patterns, developments and templates to fabricate from thin steel plates 3. Identify materials and compare their properties 4. Carry out Oxy-Acetylene Gas Welding, Manual Metal Arc Welding and Metal Inert Gas Welding. Career opportunities:

• Welding and fabrication tradesperson • Welder • Fabricator • First line supervisor

The hands-on training is carried out in the Institute workshops equipped to industry standards. You will be expected to participate individually and in teams to fabricate welded products. Practical handling of hand and power tools and use of welding sets, with particular attention to health and safety considerations, are an integral part of the course.

Dan il-kors ta’ apprentistat huwa magħmul minn għażla bilanċjata ta’ teorija u prattika estiża li ssir kemm fuq il-post tax-xogħol kif ukoll lil hinn minnu. It-taħriġ prattiku jsir fil-workshops tal-Istitut li huma mgħammra skont l-istandards li titlob l-industrija. Inti tkun mistenni taħdem waħdek kif ukoll fi grupp ma’ studenti oħra biex tagħmel prodotti li fihom tidħol is-sengħa tal-welding. Titgħallem tuża l-għodda tal-id u dik tal-elettriku u tieħu t-taħriġ meħtieġ fl-użu tas-settijiet taliwweldjar, ħiliet li jagħmlu parti integrali mill-kors. Dan kollu jitlob attenzjoni speċjali għal dak li jikkonċerna s-saħħa u s-sigurtà.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120410

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration 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. Understand the importance of health, safety and welfare in the construction industry 2. Understand the diversity of the construction industry and the contribution to society by those who work within it 3. Apply construction drawing standards and conventions

4. Describe the methods and techniques associated with pre-construction, ground works, substructure, superstructure and building services systems of low-rise domestic buildings. Career opportunities:

• Draughts-person assistant • Land surveying assistant • Quantity surveying assistant • Joiner assistant • Mason assistant

The course consists of college based training on the various subjects related to the building and construction sector. This qualification gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills needed in this specialist area of employment and/or to continue your studies in the same, or related vocational areas such as Construction, Civil Engineering or Building Services. During the course you will be introduced to the different types of technical drawings used in the construction industry. Additionally, you will be able to apply construction drawing standards and conventions to produce sketches and professional working drawings.

F’dan il-kors, it-taħriġ isir fl-Istitut stess u jipprovdi l-ħiliet meħtieġa fuq diversi fergħat li għandhom x’jaqsmu mas-settur tal-bini u l-kostruzzjoni. Din il-kwalifika tagħtik l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa li biħsiebek tagħżel. Tkun tista’ wkoll tkompli tistudja, kemm jekk tissokta fl-istess linja kif ukoll jekk tagħżel xi qasam relatat, bħallKostruzzjoni, l-Inġinerija Ċivili jew il-Building Services. Matul il-kors ikollok taħriġ fuq id-diversi tipi ta’ disinn tekniku li jintuża fl-industrija tal-kostruzzjoni. Barra minn dan, tkun tista’ tapplika l-istandards u l-konvenzjonijiet tipiċi biex tipproduċi sketches u working drawings professjonali.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120411A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Airconditioning – Level 3 or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics and Physics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after

This advanced diploma course gives participants the knowledge and skills which are in demand by the HVAC trade. Students will be expected to carry out systems modification and customisation. The course is based on both off-the-job and onthe-job training. Students will gain an in-depth knowledge and experience and which may entail working in supervisory roles. During the course learners are also given the opportunity to develop personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in related careers.

executing an assigned task 2. Carry out installations, repairs and planned maintenance of existing systems within local refrigerant handling legislation 3. Identify materials, refrigerants and equipment that can be used for specific applications 4. Prepare HVAC components for operation and commissioning. Career opportunities: Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning technician Building services installation/maintenance supervisor

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Dan il-kors f’livell avvanzat ikompli jsaħħaħ l-għarfien u s-sengħa li titlob l-industrija talHVAC. L-istudenti jkunu mistennija jwettqu modifikazzjoni u adattament tas-sistemi. Il-kors huwa bbażat fuq taħriġ li jsir barra millpost kif ukoll fuq il-post tax-xogħol. L-istudenti jieħdu tagħlim u esperjenza li jistgħu jwassluhom ukoll biex jaħdmu fi rwoli ta’ sorveljanza. Matul il-kors, l-istudenti jingħataw ukoll l-opportunità li jiżviluppaw ħiliet prattiċi u kapaċitajiet personali li jservuhom ta’ ġid meta jiġu biex jaqbdu karriera fis-settur.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120412A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Certificate in Construction and Engineering Skills (Bench Joinery) or (Carpentry) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English, Mathematics, Technical Drawing, Graphical Communication or Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Organise to manufacture batched interim products out of solid wood and composite materials 3. Take off dimensions from drawings to calculate cost, nest and prepare cutting lists 4. Perform site setting out to assemble complex products. Career opportunities:

• Joiner • First Line Supervisor • Tendering and Estimating Assistant • Production Information Technician

This Diploma Course comprises theoretical knowledge and extended practical training both off-the-job and on-the-job as part of an apprenticeship or work placement. You will learn how to analyse and provide solutions to typical joinery and furniture products using solid wood and composites. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standards. You will be expected to participate individually and in teams to produce solid wood and composite materials products.

Dan il-kors li jwassal għal Diploma jiġbor fih elementi ta’ teorija kif ukoll taħriġ prattiku li jsir kemm fl-Istitut kif ukoll fuq il-post tax-xogħol bħala parti mill-apprentistat jew esperjenza ta’ xogħol. Titgħallem tanalizza u tiġġenera soluzzjonijiet li jwasslu biex jinħadmu prodotti u għamara millinjam mastizz u tal-folji. It-taħriġ prattiku jsir fil-workshops li huma attrezzati skont ma jitolbu l-istandards talindustrija. Inti tkun mistenni tipparteċipa kemm waħdek kif ukoll fi grupp biex taħdem prodotti mill-injam u l-materjali komposti.

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MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (Mastru) - Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120413A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship

This is an advanced diploma course which consists of higher level study units in stone restoration.

Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST DIPLOMA in Masonry Heritage Skills (Sewwej) - LEVEL 3 or MCAST Certificate in Trowel Trades or MCAST Certificate in Construction in Stone or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English, Physics, Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Use basic tools on surfaces to stabilise, preserve and restore historic buildings 3. Prepare written specifications/drawings and evaluation reports for work to be carried out on historic structures 4. Identify historic building materials and the main types of materials currently in use. Career opportunities:

• Stone Masonry Heritage Skills Technician • Stone Masonry Heritage Sites Supervisor • Tendering and Estimating Assistant

The course offers you the knowledge and skills which you will need to assimilate in order to be able to analyse and generate solutions concerning typical restoration interventions. The practical training is carried out in workshops, laboratories and at heritage sites. Throughout the programme, you will have the opportunity to work on historic sites and structures, master maintenance, protection and preservation skills, and apply cleaning and testing techniques.

Dan huwa kors avvanzat li jwassal għal diploma fir-restawr tal-ġebla. L-unitajiet ta’ studju huma ta’ livell avvanzat u jwassluk biex tiġbor l-għarfien u s-sengħa li tkun teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tanalizza u ssib soluzzjonijiet li jitolbu l-interventi tipiċi tarrestawr fuq il-ġebla. It-taħriġ prattiku jsir filworkshops u fil-laboratorji tal-Istitut kif ukoll fuq is-siti ta’ wirt storiku. Matul il-programm, ikollok l-opportunità li taħdem fuq siti storiċi u strutturi oħra, bil-għan li tifhem aħjar x’titlob il-manutenzjoni u l-protezzjoni. Titgħallem ukoll dwar is-sengħa tal-preservazzjoni u s-sistemi tat-tindif u talittestjar tal-materjal.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Plumbing - Level 4 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120414A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Certificate in Construction and Engineering Skills (Plumbing) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English, Mathematics, Technical Drawing, Graphical Communication or Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Identify materials for specific applications 3. Install solar heating panels to an existing system 4. Carry out installations, alterations, repair and planned maintenance of existing systems. Career opportunities:

• Domestic, commercial and industrial plumber • Installation, maintenance and repair technician

This Diploma Course comprises theoretical knowledge together with extended practical training both off-the-job and on-the-job as part of an apprenticeship or work placement.

Il-kors jiġbor fih għarfien teoretiku kif ukoll taħriġ prattiku li jsir kemm fl-Istitut kif ukoll fuq il-post tax-xogħol bħala parti mill-apprentistat jew esperjenza ta’ xogħol.

You will learn how to analyse and generate solutions to typical plumbing installations, alteration, repair and planned maintenance.

Titgħallem tanalizza u tiġġenera soluzzjonijiet għal installazzjonijiet, tibdil, tiswija u manutenzjoni skont kif titlob is-sengħa.

Practical training is carried out at the Institute workshops which are equipped to industry standards. Students are expected to participate individually and in teams to install pipe systems and fittings and accessories of domestic, commercial and industrial installations.

It-taħriġ prattiku jingħata fil-workshops talIstitut li huma mgħammra skont standards tal-industrija. L-istudenti mistennija jipparteċipaw kemm b’mod individwali kif ukoll fi gruppi biex jinstallaw sistemi u fittings ta’ pajpijiet u aċċessorji relatati.

The course also covers liquid petroleum gas (LPG) systems installed to MRA/MSA standards.

Il-kors jittratta wkoll il-ħtiġijiet tal-installazzjoni ta’ sistemi tal-gass taż-żejt (LPG) skont l-istandards tal-MRA/MSA.

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MCAST Diploma in Welding and Fabrication Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120415A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Certificate in Construction and Engineering Skills (Welding and Fabrication) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English, Mathematics, Technical Drawing, Graphical Communication or Design and Technology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out a risk assessment of the immediate working environment before and after executing an assigned task 2. Use tools and equipment related to steel fabrication 3. Use tools and equipment to prepare and weld steel by a suitable process 4. Identify and select common engineering materials fit for specific applications. Career opportunities: Welding and fabrication technician Welding and fabrication supervisor Pipe welding specialist Production information technician

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This Diploma Course comprises theoretical knowledge and extended practical training. The practical training is carried out in workshops equipped to industry standards. You will be expected to participate individually and in teams to fabricate welded products. You will learn how to analyse and generate solutions to typical fabrication using thin plates and pipes. You will also be given the opportunity to follow an apprenticeship to improve your hands-on experience. In order to be able to appreciate the importance of good production management, supervised visits to complex production set-ups are organised during the course.

Dan il-kors jiġbor fih l-għarfien teoretiku u t-taħriġ prattiku. It-taħriġ prattiku jsir filworkshops tal-Istitut li huma attrezzati skont kif jitolbu l-istandards tal-industrija. Tkun mistenni li tipparteċipa kemm waħdek kif ukoll fi grupp biex taħdem fuq prodotti li fihom xogħol tal-iwweldjar. Titgħallem tanalizza u tiġġenera soluzzjonijiet fit-twettiq ta’ xogħol bilpjanċa u l-pajpijiet. Tingħata wkoll l-opportunità taħdem bħala apprentist biex ittejjeb l-esperjenza prattika. Sabiex tkun tista’ tapprezza aħjar l-importanza ta’ maniġment għaqli f’dik li hi produzzjoni, matul il-kors, norganizzaw żjarat taħt superviżjoni f’intrapriżi kumplessi.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120416A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma in Construction or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction or MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning – Level 3 or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Explain responsibilities of employers and employees under current health, safety and welfare legislation 2. Identify main equipment, media and techniques in the production of drawings to detailing building services systems and processes 3. Calculate final quantities from dimensions and descriptions of construction and building services systems 4. Apply scientific principles to provide a comfortable internal environment using natural and building services systems including heating, ventilation and airconditioning designs. Career opportunities: Draughtsperson Tendering and estimating technician Quality assurance technician Design office assistant

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The course enables learners to enter the industry of Building Services Engineering to support in areas such as design, build and facilities management. Training is provided in a wide range of Building services systems in the Mechanical and Electrical field. The theme of energy conservation and environmental impact is present throughout.

Il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li jixtiequ jidħlu fl-industrija tal-Building Services Engineering biex jaħdmu fil-qasam tad-disinn, il-bini u l-immaniġġjar tal-faċilitajiet. Tieħu taħriġ fuq firxa wiesgħa ta’ sistemi ta’ servizzi, kemm dawk ta’ natura mekkanika kif ukoll dawk elettriċi. Tingħata importanza kontinwa t-tema talkonservazzjoni tal-enerġija u l-impatt ambjentali.

This enables you to be able to carry out duties at a technical level. Qualified technicians are continuously required in a Building Services Design Office and/or installation companies working with new installations and/or existing installations that require upgrading to conform with new legislations.

Dan l-għarfien iwasslek biex tkun tista’ toffri s-servizzi tiegħek f’livell tekniku. L-uffiċini tal-Building Services Design u l-kumpaniji li jispeċjalizzaw kemm fl-installazzjonijiet eżistenti kif ukoll fl-upgrades li jridu jsiru biex jiġu konformi mal-liġi, ifittxu ħaddiema bi kwalifiki bħal dawn.

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MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120417A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma in Construction or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction or MCAST Certificate in Construction Engineering Skills or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Explain responsibilities of employers and employees under current health, safety and welfare legislation 2. Identify main equipment, media and techniques used in the production of drawings to detail civil engineering installations 3. Produce final quantities from dimensions and descriptions of construction and civil engineering works 4. Perform linear/leveling surveys and the setting out of small civil engineering projects. Career opportunities:

• Draughtsperson • Tendering and estimating technician • Geospatial technician • Quality assurance technician • Design office assistant

The Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) is based on both off-the-job and on-the-job training. It provides an in-depth knowledge and experience of the general requirements and specialist areas in the field of building and construction.

L-Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment huwa bbażat fuq taħriġ li jingħata kemm barra l-post tax-xogħol kif ukoll fuq il-post tax-xogħol. Il-kors jagħti għarfien sħiħ u esperjenza ġenerali skont kif jitolbu l-oqsma speċjalizzati fil-qasam tal-bini u l-kostruzzjoni.

This enables you to be able to carry out duties, at a professional and technical level, that are continuously required in an architect’s office or firms dealing in construction and civil engineering projects such as Design, Land Surveying, Geospatial Engineering and Quantity Surveying and infrastructure projects.

Dan iwassal biex inti tkun tista’ twettaq xogħol ta’ livell tekniku u professjonali, bħal ma huma d-Disinn, il-Land Surveying, il-Geophysical Engineering, il-Quantity Surveying u proġetti tal-infrastruttura u kif fil-fatt meħtieġ f’uffiċċju ta’ perit jew f’kumpanija li taħdem fuq proġetti ta’ inġinerija ċivili.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120418A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC First Diploma in Construction or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction or MCAST Certificate in Construction Engineering Skills or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Explain the responsibilities of employers and employees under current health, safety and welfare legislation 2. Identify main equipment, media and techniques used in the production of drawings to detail building/construction techniques and processes 3. Calculate final quantities from dimensions and descriptions of construction and civil engineering works 4. Interpret and evaluate building surveying techniques. Career opportunities:

• Draughtsperson • Tendering and estimating technician • Project management technician • Design office assistant

The Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment is based on both off-the-job and on-the-job training and gives an in-depth knowledge and experience of the general requirements and specialist areas related to the field of building and construction.

This should enable you to carry out duties, at a professional and technical level, that are continuously required in an architect’s office or firms dealing in the building and construction business such as Design, Quantity Surveying, Land Surveying, Geospatial Engineering, Geographical Information and Project Management.

Dan għandu jwasslek biex taħdem f’livell professjonali u tekniku, u tagħmel ix-xogħol tipiku li huwa meħtieġ f’uffiċċju ta’ perit jew f’kumpanija li topera fis-settur u li tagħmel xogħol ta’ Disinn, Quantity u Land Surveying, Inġinerija ġeospazjali, Informazzjoni ġeografika u Mmaniġġjar ta’ Progetti.

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction AND the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the health, safety and welfare legislation applicable to the construction and the built environment, and the importance of preparing plans incorporating risk identification in design and during construction 2. Understand the principles that underpin the design and installation of building incorporating space heating, ventilation and air conditioning 3. Produce design solutions that embed environmental assessment solutions in common use 4. Appraise the energy efficiency and energy audits for buildings and building services installation. Career opportunities:

• Building services design manager • Leading draughtsperson • Tendering and estimating manager • Quality assurance manager

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120419

The course covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical technician level skills required in the built environment sector. This programme prepares learners for a technical career, for example as a building services technician, in the different fields of services namely heating, natural and forced ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, fire fighting and the management control systems to make buildings comfortable and sutainable in operation.

Il-kors ikopri l-ħiliet ewlenin ta’ għarfien, fuq livell tekniku u prattiku, kif meħtieġ fis-settur tal-bini u l-kostruzzjoni. Dan il-programm jipprepara lillistudenti għal karriera teknika, per eżempju bħala tekniku fis-servizzi tal-bini, fl-oqsma ta’ servizzi differenti, jiġifieri l-heating, il-ventilazzjoni naturali u artifiċjali, l-arja kondizzjonata, ilplumbing, it-tifi tan-nar u s-sistema ta’ kontroll ġenerali li lkoll jistgħu jagħmlu l-bini komdu u sostenibbli fil-funzjonijiet tiegħu.

This enables you to carry out duties at a technical level, that are continuously required in a Building Services Design Office and/or installation companies dealing with new installations and/ or existing installations that require upgrading to conform with new legislations.

Il-programm jagħtik l-għarfien meħtieġ li jwasslek biex tagħmel xogħol f’livell tekniku, xogħol li ta’ sikwit huwa meħtieġ f’uffiċċju inkarigat mid-disinn tas-servizzi u/jew kumpaniji tal-installazzjoni u/ jew installazzjonijiet eżistenti li jeħtieġu bidla biex isiru konformi mal-liġijiet ġodda.

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MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120420

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the methods and techniques used in excavation activities and site surveys procedures, and techniques to create substructures and superstructures 2. Understand the techniques used in site investigation/evaluation/superstructure design/substructure and the technology of complex buildings 3. Understand the health, safety and welfare legislation applicable to construction and the built environment, and the importance of production plans incorporating risk identification in design and during construction 4. Devise a project scope and scheme of work and design detailed elements of a structure. Career opportunities:

• Civil engineering design manager • Tendering and estimating manager • Geospatial engineering manager • Leading draughts-person

The course covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the civil engineering sector. It offers specialist fields of study such as Land Surveying, Quantity Surverying, Project Management and Design, through the choice of selected units that are relevant to the civil engineering sector.

Il-kors ikopri l-ħiliet ewlenin fir-rigward talgħarfien u l-prattika fis-settur tal-inġinerija ċivili. Il-programm joffri oqsma ta’ studju speċjalizzat bħal Land Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Design, permezz ta’ għażla ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li huma rilevanti għas-settur tal-inġinerija ċivili.

This enables the successful learners to be able to carry out duties, at a professional and technical level, that are continuously required in an architect’s office or firms dealing in construction and civil engineering projects.

Dan iwassal biex l-istudenti jkunu jistgħu jaħdmu b’mod professjonali f’livell tekniku f’xogħol li huwa ta’ sikwit meħtieġ f’uffiċċju ta’ perit jew f’kumpaniji li jieħdu ħsieb proġetti ta’ kostruzzjoni u inġinerija ċivili.

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120421

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied) At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the health, safety and welfare legislation applicable to construction and the built environment, and the importance of production plans incorporating risk identification in design and during construction 2. Understand the techniques used in site investigation/evaluation/superstructure design/substructure and the technology of complex buildings 3. Devise a project scope with scheme of work and design and detail elements of a structure 4. Produce sustainable design solutions that reduce the impact on the environment. Career opportunities:

• Construction design manager • Construction site manager • Leading draughtsperson • Tendering and estimating manager • Quality assurance manager • Quantity surveying manager

The course covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills, at technician level, required in the building and construction sector. It also offers specialist fields of study through the choice of selected units that are relevant to the trade. This programme prepares you for a technical career (construction technician engineer) in the different fields of construction namely Architectural Design and Quantity Surveying, Quality Assurance and Management. Core study units, such as Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, are complemented with specialist units which would include aspects of architectural design, including Technology of Complex Buildings and Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings.

Il-kors joffri l-għarfien u l-ħiliet ta’ qofol meħtieġa fix-xogħol tal-bini u l-kostruzzjoni fil-livell ta’ tekniku. Il-programm jittratta oqsma speċjalizzati permezz tal-unitajiet ta’ studju li huma rilevanti għas-sengħa. Permezz ta’ dan il-programm, inti tkun tista’ taqbad karriera li tressqek lejn oqsma relatati bħal ma huma l-Architectural Design u l-Quantity Surveying, il-Quality Assurance and Management. L-unitajiet ta’ studju hekk imsejħa ta’ qofol, bħal dak tal-Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, jikkumplimentaw l-unitajiet speċjalisti, bħal Technology of Complex Buildings, u Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings, li jinkludu aspetti tad-disinn arkitettoniku.

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120422

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment Further details are available under the section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Evaluate and design management techniques in the construction and built environment sector 2. Analyse and evaluate sustainable design options for buildings 3. Understand and compare construction materials in terms of properties, behaviour and characteristics 4. Examine and coordinate installation, design and maintenance requirements of building services in domestic, commercial and industrial buildings; of construction, and of civil engineering projects. Career opportunities: Design manager Construction site manager Project manager Quality assurance manager Quantity surveyor Geospatial engineering manager Estate and facilities manager Building services installation and design manager Tendering and estimating manager Accuracy control manager

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The BSc (Hons) in Construction Engineering provides you with the management skills and technical knowledge associated with the diverse and challenging industry of construction. In addition, the programme equips you with the necessary design and evaluation techniques to be able to make professional judgements on technological, social and ethical issues during the planning and execution of construction projects. By the end of the programme, you will have an understanding of how human and material resources can be effectively managed. You are expected to work independently, with a significant amount of research and self-directed study both within, and outside, the Institute environment.

Il-BSc in Construction Engineering trawwem fik dawk il-ħiliet maniġerjali u l-għarfien tekniku li huma meħtieġa fl-industrija tal-kostruzzjoni. It-taħriġ jinkludi elementi ta’ disinn u teknika ta’ evalwazzjoni sabiex wieħed jagħraf jieħu deċiżjonijiet ta’ natura teknoloġika, soċjali u etika matul l-ippjanar u l-eżekuzzjoni ta’ proġetti ta’ kostruzzjoni. Fi tmiem il-programm, inti jkollok għarfien tajjeb ta’ kif ir-riżorsi umani u dawk materjali jistgħu jiġu mmaniġġjati sewwa. L-istudenti mistennija jaħdmu b’mod indipendenti kemm fir-riċerka kif ukoll fl-istudju, kemm ġewwa kif ukoll barra l-Istitut.

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MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the built environment (Building services engineering) 2 years full-time

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the built environment (civil engineering)

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the built environment

2 years full-time

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12/04/17A

12/04/12A

12/04/13A

MCAST Diploma in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC extended Diploma in Construction and the built environment (civil engineering)

MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (MASTRU) - LEVEL 4

1 year full-time and 2 years p/t on apprenticeship

3 years p/t on apprenticeship

12/04/16A

MCAST-BTEC extended Diploma in Construction and the built environment (Building services Engineering)

12/04/18A

12/04/14A

12/04/15A

MCAST-BTEC extended Diploma in Construction and the built environment

MCAST Diploma in PLUMBING - LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in WELDING and FABRICATION - LEVEL 4

3 years p/t on apprenticeship

1 year full-time and 2 years p/t on apprenticeship

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MCAST DIPLOMA in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction

MCAST Diploma in PLUMBING - LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Masonry Heritage Skills (SEWWEJ) - LEVEL 3

1 year full-time

3 years p/t on apprenticeship

2 years p/t on apprenticeship

1 year full-time

2 years p/t on apprenticeship

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MCAST Diploma in Construction and STONE MASONRy - LEVEL 3

MCAST DIPLOMA in Trowel Trades (Plastering and Tile Laying or Painting and Decorating) - LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in Joinery and Furniture Making - LEVEL 3

MCAST Diploma in WELDING and FABRICATION - LEVEL 3

2 years p/t on apprenticeship

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MCAST Foundation Certificate in Construction Engineering - LEVEL 2 1 year full-time

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MCAST INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATE IN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

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MCAST Foundation Certificate in Business - Level 2*

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Certificate in Insurance - Level 4*

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Through work placements, I was able to put to practice and better understand the skills and theories I had learnt in class. Once I complete my studies, my next step would be to use this experience to advance in my career within the business sector.

EDWINA GALEA, Second Year Student MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business

At MCAST, I started looking at education from a different perspective. Learning became an enjoyable, practical experience. Once I graduate, I aspire to form part of a management team or to set up my own business. The knowledge and skills that I am acquiring now will help me to achieve this goal.

Simon Peter Camilleri, Reading for a BA (Hons) in Business Enterprise

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Business - Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120601

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe basic business concepts 2. Communicate in Maltese and English in a business environment 3. Apply mathematical skills in everyday life and in business 4. Use appropriate IT skills.

The course is designed to provide an opportunity to students to follow a structured programme of study in that area which is closer to their interests, in this case, Business. 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. Students opting to follow the Foundation Certificate in Business will be introduced to the world of business. They will also consolidate their knowledge of those basic subjects and skills required for them to join a variety of courses.

Il-kors jipprovdi opportunità biex inti tkun tista’ ssegwi programm strutturat ta’ studju f’qasam li l-iktar jinteressak, f’dan il-kaz, in-Negozju. Il-programm fih elementi ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li tgħinek tfassal idea ċara ta’ dak li beħsiebek tagħmel iżjed ‘il quddiem. L-istudenti li jidħlu għall-Foundation Certificate in Business jibdew jifhmu aħjar x’toffri d-dinja tan-negozju. Fl-istess ħin huma jkunu jridu jissaħħu f’dawk is-suġġetti li huma ta’ qofol għal kwalunkwe kors li joffri l-Kulleġġ.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Business 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120602

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the functions and purposes of business organisations 2. Understand the role of people in business organisations, and how these communicate and provide support to the organisation 3. Apply basic skills to manage personal finances and to keep basic financial books of a business organisation 4. Understand basic concepts of branding and retailing as well as customer relations in a business organisation. Career opportunities:

• Clerical assistant • Customer care assistant • Front office assistant • Office assistant

This course closely examines the various basic business functions giving an overview of the most important areas by looking at the way business organisations operate. You will learn how to deal with customers and with people within the organisation itself, how to communicate within and outside the organisation, and so on. The programme therefore prepares you to understand better the different aspects of business operations. It offers you the opportunity to become more familiar with those areas of business and commercial studies you may wish to embark upon in the future.

Il-kors jifli l-funzjonijiet bażiċi u varji tan-negozju u jipprovdi stampa tal-oqsma l-aktar importanti u ta’ kif joperaw l-organizzazzjonijiet f’dan is-settur. Titgħallem kif iġġib ruħek mal-klijenti u ma’ persuni oħra li jaħdmu fl-organizzazzjoni nfisha, kif tikkomunika sew kemm ġewwa kif ukoll barra mill-organizzazzjoni, u l-bqija. Għaldaqstant, il-programm iħejjik biex tifhem aħjar l-aspetti differenti li ser tiltaqa’ magħhom fix-xogħol tan-negozju. Il-kors joffrilek l-opportunità li tagħraf liema minn dawk l-oqsma tan-negozju u l-istudji kummerċjali tkun tixtieq li ssegwi aktar ‘il quddiem.

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MQF LEVEL 4

CERTIFICATE IN INSURANCE – LEVEL 4 4

Awarding Body: Chartered Insurance Institute (UK) More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120603

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: CII Registration Fees CII course material Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Business or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Maltese, English Language, Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the nature of the insurance market, its structure and its main features 2. Demonstrate a knowledge of basic insurance practice and products and of the main methods of handling and resolving customer complaints 3. Apply basic insurance principles including the regulatory environment and the main principles governing contracts 4. Understand the nature and main features of risk and insurance. Career opportunities:

• Account handler • Claims handler • Insurance claims surveyor • Insurance clerk

This one-year course introduces students to the concept of insurance and is a core qualification equipping students with the various skills required to take up a career in all sectors of the insurance industry. It develops the students’ potential to enable them to become competent in insurance operations.

Dan il-kors ta’ sena jintroduċi lill-istudenti għall-kunċett tal-assigurazzjoni. Il-kwalifika hija waħda ta’ qofol u trawwem fl-istudenti dawk il-kompetenzi li huma meħtieġa għal karriera fl-industrija tal-assigurazzjoni. Il-programm ta’ taħriġ iwassal biex l-istudenti jsiru jafu sew kif taħdem l-assigurazzjoni.

You will learn about basic insurance principles and disciplines such as the regulatory environment, underwriting and claims, insurance packages and the general insurance business and finance practice. The Certificate in Insurance develops the necessary knowledge, attitudes and skills which serve as a stepping stone to further studies and specialisation in the insurance sector.

Titgħallem dwar il-prinċipji u d-dixxiplini bażiċi tal-assigurazzjoni, bħal, per eżempju, il-qafas regolatorju, il-poloz tal-assigurazzjoni u l-claims, u ħwejjeġ oħra li jolqtu l-prattiċi tas-settur, in-negozju u l-finanzi. Il-kors li jwassal għal dan iċ-ċertifikat jiżviluppa l-għarfien, l-attitudnijiet u l-kompetenzi li jkollok bżonn jekk trid tkompli tistudja u tispeċjalizza aktar fis-settur talassigurazzjoni.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Certificate in Administrative and Secretarial Studies - Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120604

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Business or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Maltese, English Language, Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the key areas of administration and services and supplies 2. Use appropriate office equipment, routine procedures and standards 3. Take notes as well as transcribe business documents from a printed or hand-written copy to a suitable business standard 4. Communicate in different ways on the work place. Career opportunities:

• Contact centre agent • Filing / archiving officer • Office administrator • Personal assistant • Secretary • Support and administrative services officer

This course prepares students to work in different types of office environments, be it in business enterprises or government offices.

Il-kors iħejjik għal diversi tipi ta’ xogħol li tiltaqa’ miegħu f’ambjent ta’ uffiċċju, kemm f’intrapriżi tan-negozju kif ukoll f’uffiċini tal-gvern.

It gives you the skills necessary to administer the office, to manage the people in it and to deal with clients. It also prepares you to make the best use of equipment which is necessary for the office to function efficiently and to be aware of the different methods of communication, both verbal and written, needed at the workplace.

Tieħu t-taħriġ li hemm bżonn biex tmexxi sewwa l-uffiċċju u l-persuni li jaħdmu fih, kif ukoll kif iġġib ruħek mal-klijenti. Titgħallem ukoll kif tagħmel użu tajjeb mill-apparat li huwa meħtieġ biex l-uffiċċju jiffunzjona b’mod effiċjenti. Tifhem aħjar il-metodi differenti tal-komunikazzjoni, kemm bil-kelma kif ukoll bil-kitba.

You will also receive training to acquire the soft skills necessary for this kind of work and at the relative level of competence.

Il-kors jinkludi wkoll taħriġ fil-livell relattiv ta’ kompetenzi, li għalkemm ġeneriċi, huma ta’ qofol għal dan it-tip ta’ xogħol.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Certificate in Marketing Studies - Level 4 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120605

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Business or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Maltese, English Language, Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the marketing concept 2. Explain the full range of marketing activities including advertising, public relations, sales promotion and market research 3. Describe the fundamental techniques applied to the marketing of products and services 4. Apply marketing concepts to real life marketing scenarios. Career opportunities:

• Brand / sales executive • Customer care coordinator • Marketing assistant • Media officer • Public relations officer • Sales representative • Selling and sales coordinator

The MCAST Certificate in Marketing Studies enables participants to acquire a clear idea of the basic principles of marketing and the role of marketing in businesses and organisations. You will learn what reliable customer service and public relations entail. You will also learn about the practice of advertising and selling and sales management within the marketing environment and understand how a business researches new products and services and analyses how best to market them to its target audience. You will also learn about the various ways to communicate with the public in the market environment.

L-MCAST Certificate in Marketing Studies jgħin lill-parteċipanti biex jiksbu idea tajba dwar il-prinċipji bażiċi tal-marketing u kif dan tal-aħħar jista’ jservi ta’ għajnuna għan-negozji u l-organizzazzjonijiet. Inti titgħallem x’jinvolvu r-relazzjonijiet pubbliċi kif ukoll x’jitlob is-servizz li jingħata lill-klijenti. Titħarreġ ukoll fil-prattika tar-reklamar, il-bejgħ u l-immaniġġjar tal-bejgħ fl-ambjent talmarketing. Tibda tifhem aħjar kif in-negozju jfittex biex jiżviluppa prodotti u servizzi ġodda u l-analiżi li ssir biex jinstab l-aħjar mod ta’ kif dawn tressaqhom lejn il-klijentela li għaliha jkunu intenzjonati. Titgħallem ukoll dwar il-metodi li bihom tista’ tikkomunika mal-pubbliku fl-ambjent talmarketing.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Certificate for Medical Secretaries - Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120606

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care with at least four Merit grades in units of 60 guided learning hours or their equivalent or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Maltese, English Language, Mathematics and one Science subject from Chemistry, Physics or Biology At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the key areas of administration and services and supplies 2. Use appropriate office equipment, routine procedures and standards 3. Take notes as well as transcribe medical documents from a printed or hand-written copy to a mailable standard 4. Communicate in different ways on the work place especially in a medical environment and recollect and use basic medical terminology.

This course is aimed at those who wish to embark on a secretarial career in the health and medical sector. It gives students an understanding of the general key areas of administration, use of office equipment, routine procedures and services, work environment and communication with staff, colleagues and patients. It also focuses on the medical and health environment and provides participants with basic medical terminology such as dermatology, oncology, medicine and mental health. Of equal importance is the training that students receive in transcribing medical dictation, maintaining committee minutes, developing documents for publications and presentations such as power point presentations and projects and the safe keeping of medical records.

Career opportunities:

• Hospital administrative officer • Medical secretary • Medical support services officer (administration)

• Secretary to the consultant • Ward clerical officer

Medical secretary students at Mater Dei Hospital

L-għan ta’ dan il-kors hu li jħejji lill-istudenti għal karriera segretarjali fis-settur tas-saħħa u fil-qasam mediku. Permezz ta’ dan il-kors, l-istudenti jkunu jistgħu jifhmu aħjar kif jitmexxew l-oqsma tal-amministrazzjoni, l-użu tal-apparat tal-uffiċċju u proċeduri ta’ rutina li jaffettwaw l-ambjent tax-xogħol, il-komunikazzjoni malistaff, mal-kollegi u mal-pazjenti. Il-parteċipanti jitgħallmu t-terminoloġija bażika u li hija ta’ rilevanza għas-settur, per eżempju, id-dermatoloġija, l-onkoloġija u s-saħħa mentali. Ta’ importanza wkoll hija t-traskrizzjoni medika, kif jinżammu l-minuti tal-kumitati, kif tiżviluppa d-dokumenti għall-publikazzjoni, kif tagħmel preżentazzjoni, ngħidu aħna, permezz talpowerpoint, il-parteċipazzjoni fi proġetti, kif ukoll il-mod kif jinżammu d-dokumenti mediċi.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Business 4

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120607

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Business or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English Language, Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the range of different businesses, their ownership and their goals 2. Understand how businesses are organised to achieve their purposes and distinguish between the roles of supporting organisational activities and departments 3. Understand different types of business information and be able to communicate and present this information effectively and use it critically and creatively 4. Explain the impact on businesses of the economic, political and legal environment.

This course is designed for those wishing to find employment at a junior level within businesses and organisations. It provides a mixture of theory and a practical vision of real life situations in business. It also provides a sound basis of various business areas and specialisations through its different units.

Il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li jixtiequ jsibu impjieg f’livell tal-bidu ma’ negozji u organizzazzjonijiet oħra. Il-programm joffri kemm elementi ta’ teorija u oħrajn ta’ prattika f’qafas ta’ sitwazzjonijiet li tiltaqa’ magħhom tabilħaqq. Il-komponenti tal-istudju jvarjaw skont l-oqsma tipiċi tas-suġġett.

The course is based on practical principles and is designed so as to develop the necessary skills and entrepreneurial spirit to enable you to solve problems and be able to work as part of a team. You are encouraged to think critically and creatively and to communicate effectively.

Il-prinċipji prattiċi jiżviluppaw fik dawk ilkompetenzi u dak l-ispirtu ta’ intrapriża li jwassluk biex issolvi l-problemi u taħdem bħala membru fi grupp. It-taħriġ jgħinek ukoll biex taħseb b’mod kritiku u innovattiv u biex tikkomunika b’mod effettiv.

Career opportunities:

• Human resources assistant • Customer care officer / agent • Front office coordinator • Purchasing officer • Field research officer • Supply chain / logistics officer

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MQF LEVEL 5

AAT Diploma in Accounting

Awarding Body: Association of Accounting Technicians (UK) More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120609

Course Duration: 3 years full-time (1 year fulltime (Certificate) + 2 years full-time (Advanced Certificate and Diploma)) Fees: AAT Registration Fees Entry Requirements: 4 SEC/O-Level passes At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply finance administration skills such as double entry bookkeeping, basic costing principles, and purchase, sales and general ledgers 2. Understand the processes and acquire the skills necessary to carry out the role of a finance officer 3. Lead a finance team 4. Apply the appropriate professional ethics required in the accounting environment. Career opportunities:

• Accounts administrator • Accounts executive • Accounting technicians • Audit assistant • Credit management officer • Senior accounts clerk

This course is intended for students who wish to work in the accounting and financial sectors. It provides you with the necessary academic and practical knowledge and skills to seriously consider a career in these sectors.

Il-kors maħsub għal dawk l-istudenti li jixtiequ jaħdmu fis-setturi tal-accounts u l-finanzi. Ilprogramm joffrilek l-għarfien u l-kompetenzi li teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tikkunsidra taqbadx karriera f’dawn is-setturi.

You will learn how to carry out a range of technical accountancy tasks such as management accounting skills for evaluating budgeting and performance and preparation of final accounts. You will be prepared to act as specialist support staff for employment in Accounting and Finance.

Titgħallem dwar għażla ta’ xogħlijiet ta’ natura teknika bħal ma huma l-kompetenzi maniġerjali tal-accounting li jwassluk biex tkun kapaċi tevalwa sitwazzjonijiet li jitolbu budgeting u t-tħejjija ta’ accounts finali.

Successful students will be qualified to carry out accounting or financial duties in the offices of practising accountants and in industrial and commercial organisations depending on the level of studies and the competences they manage to assimilate.

Dawk l-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb fil-kors ikunu kwalifikati biex jidħlu għal xogħol fl-accounting u l-finanzi f’uffiċini ta’ dan is-settur kif ukoll f’organizzazzjonijiet industrijali u kummerċjali. Dan skont il-livell ta’ studju u l-kompetenzi li jirnexxilhom jakkwistaw.

MQF LEVEL 5

Diploma in Insurance Studies – Level 5

Awarding Body: Chartered Insurance Institute (UK) More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120610

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: CII Registration Fees CII course material Fees Entry Requirements: Certificate in Insurance At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Investigate insurance procedures in more detail 2. Demonstrate technical knowledge and understanding of insurance transactions

3. Understand the laws governing insurance procedures 4. Understand the role of insurance in the sphere of financial services. Career opportunities:

• Captive insurance officer • Claims processing officer • Insurance broker • Reinsurance officer • Tied insurance intermediary

The Diploma in Insurance Studies is a technical and supervisory qualification for insurance staff in all sectors of the industry. It will provide a firm grounding in insurance fundamentals and will enable you to build towards advanced technical knowledge, equipping you with the means to function effectively in a challenging environment. Building on the Certificate in Insurance, you will learn about the laws governing insurance operations and the fundamental principles and practices of claims and insurance business and finance. In addition to being a valuable qualification in its own right, the Diploma can also be a milestone on the route to completion of further studies.

Id-Diploma in Insurance Studies hija kwalifika teknika u ta’ superviżjoni għall-istaff li jaħdem fis-setturi kollha tal-industrija tal-assigurazzjoni. Il-kors joffri tagħlim u taħriġ fundamentali li hu ta’ siwi kbir għax, bis-saħħa ta’ dan, tkun tista’ tħares ‘il quddiem għal studju tekniku aktar avvanzat. B’hekk tkun tista’ taħdem b’mod effettiv f’ambjent impenjattiv. Il-kors jibni fuq is-Certificate in Insurance u għalhekk tkompli titgħallem dwar il-liġijiet li jirregolaw l-operat tal-assigurazzjoni u l-prinċipji u l-prattiċi tal-claims, l-assigurazzjoni, in-negozju u l-finanzi. Minbarra li hija kwalifika ta’ siwi fiha nfisha, id-Diploma tista’ anki sservi bħala tarġa oħra fi triqtek lejn studji ogħla.

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MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120611

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Business or MCAST Certificate in Marketing or MCAST Certificate in Administrative and Secretarial Studies or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Accounts or Marketing or Economics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Show a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attributes essential for successful performance when working in

The Higher National Diploma in Business is a twoyear course designed to provide students with a comprehensive range of skills and knowledge necessary for a variety of careers in business especially in small and medium-sized enterprises. It helps develop students’ personal qualities by offering them specialised studies which are directly relevant to the business sectors in which they are planning to seek employment. It meets the needs of the major business functions and is of interest to those who wish to set up their own business.

different organisations 2. Demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and skills for success in a range of administrative and management functions in the running of a business 3. Develop flexibility and flexicurity through creative and innovative thinking and leadership skills 4. Understand the legal aspects involved in running an organisation and acquire the skills to apply them, particularly in business situations. Career opportunities:

• Assistant manager • Data handling and analysis officer • EU funding / projects coordinator • Human resources coordinator • Warehousing and logistics coordinator Il-Higher National Diploma in Business huwa kors ta’ sentejn li jħarreġ lill-istudenti f’firxa wiesgħa ta’ ħiliet. Il-kors joffrilhom ukoll l-għarfien meħtieġ biex ikunu jistgħu jagħżlu karriera finnegozju u b’mod speċjali fl-intrapriżi ż-żgħar u ta’ daqs medju. It-taħriġ speċjalizzat li jingħata jrawwem flistudent dawk il-kwalitajiet personali mistennija mis-setturi tan-negozju u minn dawk l-oqsma relatati fejn l-istudenti beħsiebhom ifittxu x-xogħol. Il-kors jissodisfa wkoll il-ħtiġijiet li hemm marbuta mal-funzjonijiet il-kbar tan-negozju. Għaldaqstant għandu jkun ta’ interess għal dawk li jixtiequ jgħinu fit-twaqqif u t-tmexxija ta’ xi qasam tan-negozju.

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Enterprise

Awarding Body: MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120612

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Business 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. Investigate different types of management and leadership skills 2. Show entrepreneurial, creative and innovative skills in managing and running an organisation 3. Demonstrate a good grasp of research tools and techniques 4. Analyse and develop arguments on a range of subjects. Career opportunities: Branch / outlet / section manager Business development manager Human resources manager Operations manager Project manager Research manager and analyst

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The degree programme provides undergraduates with specialist content which is constantly applied to real life business and management scenarios. It enhances competences in managing issues affecting modern business organisations. You will be expected to develop appropriate analytical, critical and research skills in issues pertaining to the changing dynamics of modern organisations. Emphasis will be made on creativity and innovation and on fostering entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. You will acquire the knowledge and skills of how to manage yourself and others within an organisation and how to run and manage the organisation itself. The focus will not only be on local organisations but also on the EU and international scenarios.

Il-programm fil-livell ta’ lawrja jikkonsisti f’ tagħlim speċjalizzat li huwa kontinwament applikabbli fl-ambjenti tan-negozju u l-maniġment. Il-kors irawwem fik dawk ilkompetenzi li jwassluk biex timmaniġġja tajjeb sitwazzjonjiet tipiċi li jaffettwaw l-organizzazzjonijiet tan-negozju llum il-ġurnata. Tkun mistenni tiżviluppa kompetenzi analitiċi u kritiċi u titgħallem kif tagħmel ir-riċerka fuq kwistjonjiet li għandhom x’jaqsmu mat-tibdil li jiltaqgħu miegħu l-organizzazzjonijiet ta’ żmienna. L-enfasi tkun fuq il-kreattività u l-innovazzjoni u fuq il-ħolqien ta’ spirtu ta’ intrapriża. Titħarreġ fis-sengħa ta’ kif timmaniġġja lilek innifsek u lill-oħrajn kif ukoll kif tmexxi ‘l quddiem l-organizzazzjoni nfisha. L-istudju ma jiffokax biss fuq organizzazzjonijiet lokali iżda wkoll fuq l-UE u xenarji oħra internazzjonali.

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MCAST Certificate for Medical Secretaries LEVEL 4

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AAT Advanced Certificate in Accounting

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Institute of COMMUNITY SERVICES We offer vocational programmes in hair and beauty care, in health and social care, sports, as well as early childhood education. With a wide selection of courses ranging from MQF Level 1 to Level 6, and depending on the MCAST approved progression rules, you may be able to progress from one level to another while maintaining the flexibility to change your career orientation as you advance in your studies. Our courses focus on assessed work placements to ensure that you get the adequate opportunities to put into practice the principles and techniques learnt during lectures.

MCAST Institute of Community Services Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032 00356 2398 7550 00356 2398 7590 ics@mcast.edu.mt Director: Ms Katya De Giovanni Deputy Directors: Ms Claire Flores, Mr Patrick Galea

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MQF Level

Course Code

Course Title

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12/09/01

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Care - Level 1*

150

12/09/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care - Level 2*

152

12/09/03

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing - Level 2*

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12/09/04 Diploma in Hairdressing - Women (C&G 6902)

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12/09/04A Diploma in Hairdressing - Women (C&G 6902)

157

12/09/05

ITEC Diploma for Beauty Specialists

158

12/09/06

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care

159

12/09/07

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Sport

160

12/09/08

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage, Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments, Diploma in

Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists 161

12/09/08A

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage, Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments, Diploma in

Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists 163

12/09/09

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care)

164

12/09/10

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching AND Fitness)

166

12/09/11

MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development

167

12/09/12

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Advanced Studies in Early Years

168

12/09/13

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management)

170

12/09/14

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Health and Social Care (Management)

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I really enjoy taking care of children and I plan to work as an early childhood educator. At MCAST I am acquiring the skills and qualifications required to achieve this career.

Christina Marie Dalmas, First Year Student, Higher National Diploma in Early Years

My course includes work placements which help me get first hand experience of different community services careers. With the help of these insights, once I graduate I plan to work my way up to a managerial position in the health and social care sector.

Silvan Magro, Second Year Student, Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management)

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Care – Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120901

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests and Interview At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. State the role of a carer within different work environments 2. Communicate with service users in a respectful manner 3. Demonstrate basic care skills within different work environments 4. Perform basic first aid.

The Level One Introductory Certificate in Care is aimed at those students who still need a further understanding of the Key Skills Requirements at this level. The students will be able to focus on two study units which specifically pertain to the studies in care, namely Introduction to Care and Care Skills.

Il-Level One Certificate in Care huwa maħsub għal dawk l-istudenti li jeħtiġilhom itejbu l-ħiliet ta’ qofol (Key Skills) mistennija minnhom f’dan illivell ta’ taħriġ. L-istudenti li jidħlu għal dan il-kors vokazzjonali jiffukaw ukoll fuq żewġ unitajiet ta’ studju, jiġifieri Introduction to Care u Care Skills.

You will have the opportunity to visit care settings as part of your course programme. This course serves as the most basic introduction to the area of care and students need to complete the Level Two Foundation Certificate in Care as well as the First Diploma in Care in order to be able to work as carers.

Bħala element siewi għall-programm tiegħek, hemm l-opportunità li żżur id-djar tal-kura. Żomm f’moħħok li dan il-kors jagħtik biss introduzzjoni bażika. Għaldaqstant, inti tkun mistenni li ttemm il-Level Two Foundation Certificate in Care kif ukoll id-Diploma in Care biex tkun tista’ taħdem bħala carer.

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12/09/02

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care - Level 2 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120902

The programme provides an opportunity to school leavers 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 vocational practice and this will help students to get a better idea of the nature of this calling. This course provides the basic skills necessary for further training. You will be required to sit for tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Foundation Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a one-year course which is intended to help the students to progress to the Foundation Course at Level 2 the following year.

Il-kors jipprovdi opportunità lil dawk li spiċċaw l-iskola obbligatorja u għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex isegwu kors fil-qasam li hu ta’ interess għalihom. Il-kors jinkludi element ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li jgħinek tifforma idea tajba tas-sengħa jew vokazzjoni li beħsiebek issegwi. Dan il-kors jipprovdi l-ħiliet bażiċi li jwasslu għal aktar taħriġ fis-settur tal-Kura. Tkun trid tersaq għal testijiet fil-Malti, fl-Ingliż u fil-Matematika. Wara dawn it-testijiet, l-MCAST iħejji lista ta’ dawk li jkunu jeħtieġu aktar għajnuna biex ilaħħqu mal-istudji tagħhom. Dawn l-istudenti jidħlu għall-Foundation Course fuq il-Livell Vokazzjonali 1. Dan il-kors ta’ sena jgħinhom jgħaddu għall-Foundation Course fuq il-Livell 2 is-sena ta’ wara.

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An MCAST student during a work placement at Care Maltaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Homes for the Elderly

12/09/03

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120903

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests Applicants may be called for an Interview. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe basic hair and scalp structures 2. Practise proper personal care and presentation 3. Demonstrate an understanding of basic scientific principles relating to hairdressing 4. Complete a range of basic tasks required to assist a hairdresser.

The hairdressing programme provides an opportunity to school leavers 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 does not only consist of vocational practice. It includes the study of key skills which will also help you to get a better idea of the nature of your preferred calling. In other words, the course provides the basic skills necessary for further training in the hairdressing trade.

Il-kors tal-hairdressing jipprovdi opportunità ta’ taħriġ fis-settur lil dawk li jkunu spiċċaw l-iskola obbligatorja u li għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tatTmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja. Il-programm ma jikkonsistix biss fi prattika vokazzjonali. Jinkludi wkoll is-suġġetti ta’ qofol li jgħinuk biex tifforma idea aħjar ta’ x’titlob issengħa li biħsiebek issegwi. Fi kliem ieħor, dan il-kors iservi ta’ bażi biex, fl-aħħar mill-aħħar, tkun tista’ timxi ‘l quddiem u titħarreġ iżjed fis-sengħa tal-hairdressing.

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MQF LEVEL 3

Diploma in Hairdressing – Women (C&G 6902) 3

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120904

Course Duration: 2 years full time Fees: City & Guilds Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Preferred: English Language, Art, Home Economics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Cut, style and colour different hair varieties 2. Manage a hairdressing salon reception desk 3. Manage client consultations 4. Maintain health and safety standards within a hairdressing salon. Career opportunities: Hairdresser

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This course leads to a City and Guilds Diploma (C&G 6902) which is designed for students wanting to start working in a hair salon, or who may want to work independently. The diploma provides a wide range of theoretical and practical skills in hairdressing. Such skills include shampooing, styling, massaging, cutting, colouring and perming. You will also learn to be aware of health and safety issues as well as how to manage a hairdressing reception. There is also the opportunity to practise your skills both during salon sessions at MCAST as well as on your work placement.

Dan il-kors iwassal għas-City and Guilds Diploma (C&G 6902) li tista’ twassal biex l-istudenti jibdew jaħdmu f’salon tax-xagħar, jew għal rashom. Id-diploma toffri firxa wiesgħa ta’ ħiliet teoretiċi u prattiċi fil-qasam tal-hairdressing. Dawn il-ħiliet jinkludu l-ħasil tax-xagħar, l-istil, ilmassage, il-qtugħ, iż-żebgħa u l-perm. Titgħallem dwar is-saħħa u s-sigurtà, u dwar l-informazzjoni u l-appuntamenti li tagħti lill-klijenti. Ikollok iċ-ċans ittejjeb il-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa taxxagħar kemm fis-salon tal-MCAST kif ukoll fuq postijiet tax-xogħol.

MQF LEVEL 3

Diploma in Hairdressing – Women (C&G 6902) 3

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120904A

Course Duration: 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: City & Guilds Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Preferred: English Language, Art, Home Economics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Cut, style and colour different hair varieties 2. Manage a hairdressing salon reception desk 3. Manage client consultations 4. Maintain health and safety standards within hairdressing salon. Career opportunities: Hairdresser

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Dan il-kors iwassal għas-City and Guilds Diploma (C&G 6902) li tista’ twassal biex l-istudenti jibdew jaħdmu f’salon tax-xagħar, jew għal rashom. Id-diploma toffri firxa wiesgħa ta’ ħiliet teoretiċi u prattiċi fil-qasam tal-hairdressing. Dawn il-ħiliet jinkludu l-ħasil tax-xagħar, l-istil, ilmassage, il-qtugħ, iż-żebgħa u l-perm. Titgħallem dwar is-saħħa u s-sigurtà, u dwar l-informazzjoni u l-appuntamenti li tagħti lill-klijenti. Ikollok iċċans ittejjeb il-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa tax-xagħar meta jkollok il-prattika kemm fis-salon talMCAST kif ukoll fuq postijiet tax-xogħol.

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MQF LEVEL 3

ITEC Diploma for Beauty Specialists 3

Awarding Body: ITEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120905

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: ITEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English Language, Art, Home Economics, Biology and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Use waxing techniques competently on various parts of the body 2. Apply facial make up and also facial care routines 3. Perform skilfully manicures and pedicures 4. Recall the anatomy and physiology essentials for beauty specialists. Career opportunities: Beautician

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This diploma course, designed for those wishing to find employment within the beauty industry, trains you to develop various skills, such as manicure, pedicure, facial treatments, waxing and make-up. You will study anatomy and physiology as well as basic dietary requirements.

Din id-diploma tgħodd għal dawk li jixtiequ jsibu impjieg fl-industrija tal-kura estetika. Titħarreġ f’diversi ħiliet, bħal ma huma l-kura tal-idejn u tar-riġlejn, it-trattamenti tal-wiċċ, il-waxing u l-make-up. Tistudja l-anatomija u l-fiżjoloġija kif ukoll il-ħtiġijiet bażiċi tad-dieta.

You will have the opportunity to practise your skills in established salons as part of your work experience. You will be expected to improve your key skills which are indispensable if you wish to progress successfully in the vocational component of your studies.

Ikollok l-opportunità tipprattika l-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa f’salons stabbiliti bħala parti millesperjenza tiegħek tax-xogħol. Wieħed jistenna li inti ttejjeb il-ħiliet ta’ qofol li huma indispensabbli jekk tixtieq li timxi ‘l quddiem fil-komponent vokazzjonali tal-istudji tiegħek.

Successful students may proceed to higher level studies in Holistic Massage, Facial Electrical Treatments and Diet and Nutrition.

Dawk li jmorru tajjeb fil-kors ikunu jistgħu javvanzaw għal livelli ogħla ta’ studju, fil-Holistic Massage, it-Trattamenti tal-Wiċċ bl-Elettriku, u d-Dieta u n-Nutriment.

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12/09/06

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120906

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English Language, Biology, Physics and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand individual rights within the health and social care sectors 2. Identify individual needs within the health and social care sectors 3. Ensure safe environments for particular client groups 4. Recognise human lifespan development. Career opportunities: Health carer

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This diploma course provides the knowledge and skills required at an operational level in the care sector. The programme helps you to progress to vocational qualifications in a variety of sectors such as early childhood education, social care and health.

Dan il-kors, li jwassal għad-diploma, joffri l-għarfien u l-ħiliet prattiċi fis-settur tal-kura. Il-programm jgħinek timxi ’l quddiem fil-kwalifiki vokazzjonali f’diversi setturi, bħal ma huma l-edukazzjoni tat-tfal iż-żgħar, il-kura soċjali u s-saħħa.

You will be assigned work placements with particular client groups such as the elderly, persons with a disability and children in social care. Among other skills, you will have special sessions on moving and handling as well as infection prevention and control.

Ikollok prattika fuq il-post tax-xogħol ma’ gruppi partikulari bħal ma huma l-anzjani, il-persuni b’diżabbiltà u t-tfal li qegħdin taħt il-kura soċjali. It-taħriġ jinkludi wkoll għarfien siewi dwar sitwazzjonijiet li se tiltaqa’ magħhom, per eżempju, kif terfa’ persuna, kif ukoll tagħrif speċifiku fuq il-prevenzjoni u l-kontroll talinfezzjonijiet.

A key skills programme, among which English and Mathematics, is also offered alongside this course in order to further improve your chances of success in achieving this diploma.

Dan il-kors jinkludi wkoll taħriġ fil-ħiliet, fosthom l-Ingliż u l-Matematika, li huma ta’ qofol għallprogress fl-istudju tiegħek u għall-akkwist taddiploma.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Sport 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120907

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level passes Preferred: English, Biology, Physical Education Other entry requirements: Medical Test Successful performance on each of the Fitness Test elements : 30 metre sprint Sit and reach Vertical jump Beep test Agility test Parental consent is required if the student is under the age of 18. Applicants are required to sign a consent form prior to the Fitness Test. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Practise one individual and one team sport 2. Understand the foundations of anatomy and physiology 3. Recall the basics of nutrition for sports performance 4. Interpret a fitness training programme. Career opportunities: Assistant gym instructor

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The MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Sports (Exercise and Fitness) is designed for those who wish to find employment within the sports sector. The course equips you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in employment in sport, such as that of a junior or assistant. You will be required to attend work placements and practical sessions in a variety of settings. If you complete the course successfully, you may progress to the BTEC Extended Diploma in Sports. A key skills programme, among which English and Mathematics, is also offered alongside the vocational component, in order to facilitate further study and improve your chances of success in achieving this diploma.

L-MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Sports (Exercise and Fitness) hija mfassla għal dawk li jixtiequ jsibu xogħol fis-settur tal-isports. Il-kors irawwem fik l-għarfien, it-tagħlim u l-ħiliet prattiċi li teħtieġ jekk trid tirnexxi fl-impjieg tiegħek, ngħidu aħna bħala assistent. Tkun mistenni li tattendi għal sessjonijiet prattiċi fuq il-post tax-xogħol f’ambjenti varjati. Jekk tmur tajjeb fil-kors, tkun tista’ tkompli bil-BTEC Extended Diploma in Sports. Dan il-kors jinkludi wkoll taħriġ fil-ħiliet, fosthom l-Ingliż u l-Matematika, li huma ta’ qofol għallprogress fl-istudju tiegħek u għall-akkwist taddiploma.

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12/09/08

MQF LEVEL 4

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage, Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments, Diploma in Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists Awarding Body: ITEC

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: ITEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: ITEC Diploma for Beauty Specialists At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand concepts of diet and nutrition 2. Perform a range of holistic massage techniques 3. Perform facial electrical treatments 4. Understand anatomy and physiology principles essential for beauty therapists. Career opportunities: Beauty therapist

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These qualifications equip learners with knowledge to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release as well as to improve the condition of the skin. They also provide you with opportunities to develop a range of skills and techniques essential for qualifying as a beauty therapist. The Diploma in Diet and Nutrition will enable you to recommend healthy eating habits in order to improve health and lifestyle. You will practise what you learn as well as what you achieve in the Beauty Specialist Diploma through salon experience sessions at MCAST. You will also be in a position to practise these skills as part of your work placements within established salons.

Dawn il-kwalifiki jrawmu fl-istudenti l-għarfien biex ikunu jistgħu joffru trattamenti bl-għan ta’ rilassament u ħelsien mit-tensjoni u biex itejbu l-kundizzjoni tal-ġilda. Jipprovdulek ukoll opportunitajiet biex tiżviluppa firxa ta’ ħiliet u t-teknika meħtieġa biex tikkwalifika bħala terapista fil-kura estetika. Id-Diploma in Diet and Nutrition twasslek biex tkun tista’ tirrakkomanda tipi ta’ ikel li jagħmlu tajjeb għas-saħħa tagħna. Tkun tista’ tipprattika t-teorija li titgħallem u dak li jirnexxilek tieħu mill-programm tal-Beauty Specialist Diploma, permezz tal-esperjenza fissalon tal-MCAST. Tkun tista’ tissokta bil-prattika tiegħek fuq il-post tax-xogħol f’salons stabbiliti.

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120908

MQF LEVEL 4

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage, Diploma in Facial Electrical Treatments, Diploma in Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists Awarding Body: ITEC

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: ITEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: ITEC Diploma for Beauty Specialists At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand concepts of diet and nutrition 2. Perform a range of holistic massage techniques 3. Perform facial electrical treatments 4. Understand anatomy and physiology principles essential for beauty therapists. Career opportunities: Beauty therapist

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These qualifications equip learners with knowledge to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release as well as to improve skin condition. They also provide you with opportunities to develop a range of skills and techniques essential for qualifying as a beauty therapist. The Diploma in Diet and Nutrition will enable you to recommend healthy eating habits in order to improve health and lifestyle. You will practise what you learn as well as what you achieve during the Beauty Specialist Diploma course through salon experience sessions at MCAST. You will also be in a position to practise these skills as part of your work placements within established salons.

Dan il-kwalifiki jrawmu fl-istudenti l-għarfien biex ikunu jistgħu joffru trattamenti bil-għan ta’ rilassament u tnaqqis mill-istress u biex itejbu l-kundizzjoni tal-ġilda. Jipprovdulek ukoll opportunitajiet biex tiżviluppa firxa ta’ ħiliet u t-teknika meħtieġa biex tikkwalifika bħala terapista fil-kura estetika. Id-Diploma in Diet and Nutrition twasslek biex tkun tista’ tirrakkomanda tipi ta’ ikel li jagħmlu tajjeb għas-saħħa tagħna. Tkun tista’ tipprattika t-teorija li titgħallem u dak li jirnexxilek tieħu mill-programm tal-Beauty Specialist Diploma, permezz tal-esperjenza fissalon tal-MCAST. Tkun tista’ tissokta bil-prattika tiegħek fuq il-post tax-xogħol f’salons stabbiliti.

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120908A

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120909

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Provide a safe environment for adults and children 2. Deal with challenging behaviour 3. Use effective communication in health and social care settings 4. Use technology in health and social care settings. Career opportunities: Senior care worker

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The MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) has been developed to prepare learners to work in carerelated careers in a professional capacity.

L-MCAST BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) għandha l-għan li tiżviluppalek dawk il-ħiliet prattiċi li teħtieġ biex taħdem fil-qasam tal-kura b’mod professjonali.

It provides a holistic approach in that the subjects covered are sociology, psychology, communication studies, human biology and law. It equips you with the skills and knowledge which are of utmost importance in the care sector.

Il-programm huwa wieħed komprensiv u jiġbor fih numru ta’ suġġetti, jiġifieri s-soċjoloġija, il-psikoloġija, l-istudji tal-komunikazzjoni, il-bijoloġija umana u l-liġi. Il-kors irawwem fik il-ħiliet u l-għarfien li teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ taħdem fis-settur tal-kura.

This qualification prepares you for employment in care homes, in the fields of community work, in the voluntary sector and in homes for the elderly as a senior care worker.

Din il-kwalifika tippreparak għal impjieg fid-djar tal-kura, fl-oqsma tax-xogħol fil-komunità, fissettur tal-volontarjat u fid-djar tal-anzjani bħala senior care worker.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120910

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Sports (Exercise and Fitness) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English Preferred: Physical Education and Biology Other entry requirements: Medical Test Successful performance on each of the Fitness Test elements : 30 metre sprint Sit and reach Vertical jump Beep test Agility test Parental consent is required if the student is under the age of 18. Applicants are required to sign a consent form prior to the Fitness Test. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Practise two individual sports and two team sports 2. Assess a variety of risks in different sport events 3. Organise a range of sports events 4. Develop fitness and exercise programmes. Career opportunities: Gym instructor Assistant PE teacher

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The MCAST BTEC Extended Diploma in Sports (Development, Coaching and Fitness) has been developed to meet the growing employment opportunities within the Sport and Leisure Industry. The qualification provides opportunities for work applications in sports. These include careers in exercise and fitness, coaching, officiating and sports development as well as business ventures. You are expected to attend work placements (including sessions at MCAST’s own gyms) and coaching experiences throughout your studies for which you will be assessed. You will also officiate several sporting events both within MCAST as well as in the local sporting scenario.

L-opportunitajiet tax-xogħol fl-industrija talisport u l-ħin ħieles qed jikbru b’rata mgħaġġla. Il-kors tal-MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Sports (Development, Coaching and Fitness) ġie żviluppat bil-għan li jħejji l-ħaddiema għallimpjiegi li jitlob dan is-settur. Il-kwalifika tipprovdi opportunitajiet ta’ xogħol fil-qasam tal-isport. Jeżistu karrieri fl-eżerċizzju u l-fitness, xogħol bħala coach jew referee, kif ukoll il-ftuħ ta’ negozji. Inti mistenni tattendi sessjonijiet prattiċi li jinkludu l-coaching u taħriġ fil-gyms tal-MCAST, kif u fejn meħtieġ matul il-perijodu tal-istudju. Dan jagħmel parti mill-eżamijiet. Tkun inkarigat ukoll, din id-darba bħala uffiċjal, li tieħu sehem f’diversi attivitajiet sportivi kemm fl-MCAST kif ukoll fix-xena sportiva lokali.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120911

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English Language, Maltese and Mathematics At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Plan activities for babies, toddlers and children 3 to 5 years old 2. Maintain health and safety standards in childcare and kindergarten settings 3. Implement activities and construct resources for children aged 0 to 5 4. Monitor and record the development of children aged 0 to 5. Career opportunities: Kindergarten assistant Child care worker

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This course is designed to enable students to work in a professional capacity with children in child care and kindergarten centres. The qualification provides the skills, knowledge and understanding required in an early years environment.

Il-kors iwassal biex student ikun jista’ jaħdem professjonalment mat-tfal fiċ-ċentri tal-kura u f’dawk tal-kindergarten. Il-kwalifika tħaddan il-ħiliet u t-tagħlim li wieħed mistenni jkollu f’ambjenti bħal dawn.

Students are exposed to the most innovative teaching techniques and are also trained on observation techniques required to monitor the development of children.

Bħala student fuq dan il-kors inti tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar l-iżviluppi li saru fit-teknika ta’ kif tgħallem. Tirċievi wkoll taħriġ fit-teknika tal-osservazzjoni sabiex inti tkun tista’ ssegwi l-iżvilupp tat-tfal.

There is a major emphasis on the practical components carried out in this course. In fact there are four different placements, namely: with a baby (age 0-18 months), with a group of toddlers (ages 19-23 months) and with both 3 year olds and 4 year olds in kindergartens.

Issir enfasi fuq il-komponent prattiku tal-kors hekk li jkollok erba’ opportunitajiet ta’ taħriġ, jiġifieri, ma’ tarbija bejn it-twelid u t-18-il xahar, ma’ grupp ta’ tfal li għadhom kemm bdew jimxu (bejn 19 u 23 xahar) u ma’ tfal kemm ta’ 3 snin u ta’ 4 snin fil-kindergartens.

Students must possess a clean, full conduct certificate.

L-istudenti jrid ikollhom ċertifikat ta’ kondotta nadifa.

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Advanced Studies in Early Years

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120912

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Care, Learning and Development and SEC/O-Level passes in Mathematics, English and Maltese or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level or I-Level: Mathematics, English and Maltese At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Conduct research in child care, kindergarten settings and primary schools 2. Maintain health and safety standards in child care and kindergarten settings 3. Manage child care centre settings 4. Develop lessons for children aged 0 to 8 years. Career opportunities: Child care centre manager

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The MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Advanced Studies in Early Years has been designed to equip students with underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment within child care centres, kindergarten settings and preparation for primary schools. It provides specialist studies relevant to pedagogy, developmental psychology and also skills required for the management of child care settings. The programme is also designed to develop skills and techniques as well as personal qualities and attitudes which are essential for successful performance in working life, thereby enabling learners to make an immediate contribution within the field. Students must possess a clean, full conduct certificate.

L-MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Advanced Studies in Early Years toffrilek l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li teħtieġ biex ikollok suċċess fl-impjieg tiegħek ma’ ċentri tal-kura tat-tfal, f’ambjenti tal-kindergarten kif ukoll fit-tħejjija tattfal għall-iskola primarja. Il-kors huwa magħmul minn studju speċjalizzat li għandu rabta mal-pedagoġija, il-psikoloġija tal-iżvilupp kif ukoll il-ħiliet li teħtieġ fit-tmexxija taċ-ċentri tal-kura tat-tfal. Il-programm huwa maħsub ukoll biex itejjiblek il-ħiliet tiegħek, it-teknika kif ukoll dawk ilkwalitajiet u l-attitudnijiet personali li teħtieġ biex tmur tajjeb fil-ħajja tax-xogħol. B’dan il-mod l-istudenti jkunu jistgħu jagħtu kontribut immedjat f’dan il-qasam ta’ edukazzjoni. L-istudenti jrid ikollhom ċertifikat ta’ kondotta nadifa.

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MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120913

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Health Studies) or MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science or MCAST Diploma for Dental Surgery Assistants or MCAST Diploma for Pharmacy Technicians or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Preferred: Chemistry, Biology, Physics

This course is intended for those who would like to manage residential settings with various client populations.

Dan il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li jixtiequ jmexxu djar residenzjali għal diversi tipi ta’ klijenti.

As part of your training, you will be able to participate in work placements under the supervision of experienced managers in related settings. The units chosen for this course will prepare you to further develop your studies by joining the BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care (Management).

Bħala parti mit-taħriġ tiegħek, inti tkun tista’ tipparteċipa f’work placements taħt is-superviżjoni ta’ managers li għandhom l-esperjenza meħtieġa. L-unitajiet ta’ studju jservu wkoll bħala tħejjija għal dawk li jkunu jixtiequ jkomplu bl-istudji tagħhom fil-livell ta’ lawrja, jiġifieri l-BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care (Management).

Those who apply for this course would normally have worked in voluntary organisations or would have had various work placements and would have experienced practice in various health and social care settings.

Dawk li japplikaw għal dan il-kors normalment ikunu ħadmu f’organizzazzjonijiet volontarji jew ħadu sehem f’diversi work placements. Mistennija wkoll l-esperjenza prattika f’diversi ambjenti tas-saħħa u dawk tal-kura soċjali.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Conduct research in health and social care managerial settings 2. Maintain health and safety standards in health and social care settings 3. Manage residential homes 4. Develop training programmes for carers and staff working in health and social care settings. Career opportunities: Assistant manager in a residential care setting

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Health and Social Care (Management)

Awarding Body: MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120914

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management) 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. Conduct research in relation to health and social care management topics 2. Budget for and manage a residential home 3. Ensure quality in health and social care settings 4. Evaluate social policy and related issues. Career opportunities: Manager in a residential care setting

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The degree programme provides students with the managerial competences which are required for those who intend to manage residential homes and to work in social policy.

Bis-saħħa ta’ dan il-programm li jwassal għal lawrja, inti titħarreġ f’dawk il-ħiliet li se tiġi bżonn jekk tixtieq tidħol għat-tmexxija tad-djar residenzjali jew biex taħdem f’qasam soċjali, xogħol li jitlob taħriġ professjonali.

You will have the opportunity to practise managerial skills in different residential homes such as those catering for children, individuals with a disability, the elderly and others.

Ikollok l-opportunità titħarreġ fil-ħiliet maniġerjali fi djar residenzjali, bħal ma huma dawk tat-tfal, ta’ individwi b’diżabbiltà, tal-anzjani, u oħrajn.

Research in this area is a key focal issue and students shall be expected to develop analytical skills and learn how to create tailor-made research programmes in the area.

Ir-riċerka f’dan il-qasam hija ta’ qofol għal min jixtieq jirnexxi u javvanza. Għaldaqstant, inti tkun mistenni tiżviluppa l-ħiliet analitiċi kif ukoll tfassal u twettaq programmi ta’ riċerka fis-settur.

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Bachelor of ARTS (Honours) in Health and Social Care (MANAGEMENT) 1 year full-time

12/09/12

12/09/13

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in ADVANCED STUDIES IN EARLY YEARS

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (MANAGEMENT)

2 years full-time

12/09/08

12/09/11

12/09/09

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage, Facial Electrical Treatments, Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists

MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care, Learning and Development

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in Health and Social Care (SOCIAL CARE)

1 year full-time

2 years full-time

12/09/08A

2 years full-time

12/09/10

ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage, Facial Electrical Treatments, Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapists

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in Sport (DEVElopment, Coaching AND Fitness)

2 years part-time on Apprenticeship

2 years full-time

12/09/05

12/09/04

12/09/06

ITEC Diploma for Beauty Specialists

Diploma in Hairdressing WOMEN (C&G 6902)

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care

1 year full-time

2 years full-time

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12/09/07 MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Sport 1 year full-time

Diploma in Hairdressing WOMEN (C&G 6902) 3 years part-time on Apprenticeship

12/09/03

12/09/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing - LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care LEVEL 2

1 year full-time

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MCAST Introductory Certificate in Care - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

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Institute of ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering provides training opportunities to individuals aspiring for careers in some of the most important sectors of the Maltese economy. Our courses range from Foundation to Bachelor of Science degrees in Electronics, Electrical, Electronic Communications, Microelectronics, Renewable Energy, Computer Engineering, Biomedical and Control Engineering. We strive to offer the best learning environment with state-of-the-art equipment, laboratories and highlytrained staff, while continuously updating our courses to keep abreast of new technologies and the everchanging needs of industry.

MCAST Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032 00356 2398 7700 00356 2398 7740 eei@mcast.edu.mt Director: Mr John Sciberras Deputy Director: Mr Ronald Curmi

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MCAST Introductory Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Level 1*

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MCAST Foundation Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Level 2*

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Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G2330)

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MCAST-BTEC Diploma In Engineering (Electronics)

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Certificate in Electrical Installation /Maintenance (C&G 2330)

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MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering - Level 4*

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12/03/07

MCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies - Level 4*

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12/03/08A

MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics - Level 4*

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MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

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12/03/10

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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12/03/11

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

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12/03/12

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering

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12/03/13

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering

12/03/18

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics Engineering

12/03/19

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics Engineering

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronic Communications

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Power Generation and Renewables

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

I was always fascinated with finding out how electronic equipment works. With the support of our dedicated lecturers and the technologically-advanced equipment in our workshops, I am now turning this passion into a career in biomedical engineering.

Rebecca Galea, First Year Student, MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering

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After completing my first MCAST course, I decided to take my studies to a higher level. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regret this additional effort as I am now making use of the experience and skills that I gained to excel in my job. I am part of a team that develops IT and vehicle tracking solutions.

Stephen Zahra BSc (Hons) in Electronics and Control Engineering Technician at Cyberpass Limited

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120301

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests A medical certificate for Colour Blindness must be produced before starting to attend the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Carry out simple engineering calculations 2. Understand the underlying principles and applications of basic electrical and electronic components 3. Construct and test simple electronic circuits 4. Communicate using verbal, written and ICT methods.

This is a one-year programme designed to provide an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate. The course will assist you to develop technical skills in basic electrical, electronics and IT. The vocational component covers basic tool handling procedures, soldering techniques and simple electrical and electronics circuit construction. You shall note that the programme also includes a significant amount of essential key skills, among which Maltese, English and Mathematics, without which it will not be possible to progress on any vocational course which MCAST offers.

Dan huwa programm ta’ sena li huwa maħsub biex jipprovdi opportunità lil dawk l-istudenti li jkollhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja. Il-kors ser jgħinek tiżviluppa għadd ta’ ħiliet tekniċi ta’ natura bażika fl-elettriku, l-elettronika u l-IT. Il-parti vokazzjonali tinkludi proċeduri bl-għodda bażika, xogħol ta’ ssaldjar u l-bini ta’ ċirkwiti elettriċi u elettroniċi sempliċi. Innota li l-programm jinkludi ammont sinifikanti ta’ ħiliet essenzjali, fosthom il-Malti, l-Ingliż u l-Matematika, li mingħajrhom ma tkun tista’ timxi ’l quddiem fl-ebda wieħed mill-korsijiet vokazzjonali li l-MCAST joffri.

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MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120302

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Finished Compulsory Education or mCAST Introductory Certificate Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests A medical certificate for Colour Blindness must be produced before starting to attend the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Use basic mathematical and scientific principles to solve basic engineering problems 2. Understand the basic principles and applications of a range of electrical/electronic components 3. Construct and test a range of simple electrical or electronic circuits 4. Apply key competences to a range of actions within a contextualised environment in electrical and electronics engineering.

The programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to follow a programme of study in an area which is close to their interests, while improving their key skills. The course is designed for those who need an understanding of Electrical/Electronic fundamentals and principles. You will thus be given the opportunity to develop the basic vocational skills required to further your studies in the Electrical and Electronics Sector. You will be expected to strengthen your knowledge in Mathematics and Physics. Students who apply to join a vocational Foundation Course at Level 2 shall be required to pass MCAST tests in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Following these tests, MCAST shall draw up a list of those who are found to require significant help in their studies. These learners will stand to benefit by joining the Introductory Course at Vocational Level 1 instead. This is a one year course which should help them to progress to the Foundation Certificate Course at Level 2 the following year.

Il-programm joffri opportunità lil dawk li jkollhom ċertifikat tat-tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex isegwu kors f’qasam ta’ studju li jinteressahom filwaqt li jkomplu jitħarrġu fl-Ingliż, il-Malti u l-Matematika. Il-programm jinkludi l-prattika vokazzjonali li bis-saħħa tagħha, l-istudent ikun jista’ jifhem aħjar x’jistenna mis-sengħa li jixtieq jidħol għaliha. Tul il-kors tingħata l-opportunità tiżviluppa l-ħiliet bażiċi li se jkollok bżonn jekk tixtieq tissokta bl-istudju tiegħek fl-Elettriku u l-Elettronika. Tkun mistenni wkoll ittejjeb l-għarfien tiegħek fil-Matematika u l-Fiżika. Il-kors huwa maħsub għal dawk li jixtiequ jifhmu aħjar il-prinċipji fundamentali tal-Elettriku u l-Elettronika. L-istudenti li japplikaw biex jissieħbu filFoundation Course fil-Livell 2, ikunu jridu jgħaddu mit-testijiet tal-MCAST fil-Malti, l-Ingliż u l-Matematika. Il-Kulleġġ imbagħad joħroġ lista ta’ dawk li ser ikollhom bżonn ħafna għajnuna biex jaslu. Għaldaqstant, dawn l-istudenti jibbenefikaw iżjed jekk jidħlu għall-Introductory Course fil-Livell Vokazzjonali 1. Dan huwa kors ta’ sena li jgħinhom jimxu ‘l quddiem bil-ħsieb li jidħlu għall-Foundation Certificate Course filLivell 2 is-sena ta’ wara.

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MQF LEVEL 3

Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120303

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: City & Guilds Examination Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics, English, Computer Studies, Technical Design, Chemistry, Design and Technology Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness must be produced before starting to attend the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Interpret and follow safety requirements for electrical installations 2. Interpret wiring regulations and requirements for domestic electrical installations 3. Design and implement domestic electrical installations to given requirements 4. Troubleshoot and repair existing single phase electrical installations. Career opportunities:

• Assistant electrician

This is a one-year full-time programme for those interested in career progression within the electrotechnical Industry. The course contributes towards an understanding of the relevant theory and allows candidates to develop practical skills required in this field. The course is a practical programme which covers all the basics of wiring electrical installation circuits using different cables and containment. It also addresses Electrical Installation regulations. This course includes opportunities to develop one’s competences in Technical English, Maltese, Mathematics and Technical Design while supporting ICT skills.

Dan il-programm ta’ sena għandu jkun ta’ interess għal dawk li jixtiequ jaħdmu fl-industrija tal-elettroteknika. Il-kors joffri tagħlim ta’ natura teoretika kif ukoll taħriġ prattiku li hu rilevanti għas-settur. Il-programm ikopri t-tagħrif u t-taħriġ ta’ bażi talinstallazzjoni ta’ ċirkwiti elettriċi skont kif titlob is-sengħa fil-qafas tar-regolamenti tal-gvern. Il-kors jinkludi opportunitajiet biex l-istudent jiżviluppa l-ħiliet tiegħu li huma siewja kemm fir-rigward tal-lingwa teknika li jkollu bżonn jitgħallem, kif ukoll fil-matematika, fid-disinn tekniku u fl-ICT.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120304

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics, English, Computer Studies, Technical Design, Chemistry, Design and Technology Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely, efficiently and effectively in the engineering workplace 2. Use mathematical concepts and principles related to electrical and mechanical sciences 3. Understand the function and operation of electrical and electronic system components 4. Install, test and configure PC hardware systems, components and software packages. Career opportunities:

• Assistant electronics technician • Line setup technician

The programme provides a basic work related qualification. It is also an opportunity to consider progression to higher level courses in the field of electrical and electronics engineering.

Il-programm iwassal għal kwalifika ta’ bażi li għandha rabta max-xogħol prattiku. Din hija opportunità tajba biex tikkunsidra tixtieqx tkompli tistudja l-inġinerija f’livelli ogħla.

The vocational content of the course is designed around the needs of the Electrical / Electronics Industry.

Il-kontenut vokazzjonali tal-kors jirrifletti l-ħtiġijiet tal-Industrija tal-Elettriku u l-Elettronika.

The engineering sector continues to suffer from a skills gap and needs to keep up with rapidly developing technologies. Undoubtedly, this qualification gives new entrants the underpinning knowledge and specific skills required to meet the needs of modern engineering industry.

Is-settur tal-inġinerija għadu jbati minn xi nuqqasijiet f’dawk li huma ħiliet u jeħtieġ li jkollna ħaddiema li kapaċi jlaħħqu mal-iżviluppi tal-lum. Bla dubju ta’ xejn, din il-kwalifika toffri l-għarfien kif ukoll il-ħiliet speċifiċi li teħtieġ l-industrija talinġinerija ta’ żmienna.

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MQF LEVEL 4

Certificate in Electrical Installation / Maintenance (C&G 2330)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120305A

Course Duration: 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: C&G Examination Fees Entry Requirements: Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330) Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand electrical principles as applied to domestic and industrial installations 2. Interpret and follow safety requirements for domestic and industrial installations 3. Design and implement domestic and industrial electrical installations according to regulations 4. Troubleshoot and repair domestic and industrial electrical installations and equipment. Career opportunities:

• Electrician

The course provides opportunities for students to acquire accreditation in more advanced areas of electrical installations and maintenance. It provides progression from the C&G 2330 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology course and has been carefully designed and structured to integrate practical skills with the related technology. This will enhance the candidate’s knowledge and skills to a higher stage into the electrical installation industry. The course will provide an understanding of the regulations and health and safety requirements governing electrical installation processes. You will also gain knowledge of the organisation and structure of the industry within which these activities are carried out. At the end of the first year of studies, you will be expected to sit for the Wireman’s Licence ‘A’ examinations. Successful students will gain knowledge and experience in a domestic and an industrial electrical installation environment.

Il-kors joffri opportunitajiet biex l-istudenti jiksbu ċertifikazzjoni f’oqsma avvanzati tal-installazzjoni u l-manutenzjoni elettrika. Il-programm, li jittratta t-teorija kif ukoll il-prattika tas-settur, jibni fuq iċĊertifikat fit-Teknologija Elettroteknika tas-C&G 2330. Permezz ta’ din l-integrazzjoni, l-istudenti jkabbru l-għarfien u l-ħiliet tagħhom u jkunu jistgħu jidħlu għal xogħol ta’ installazzjoni li jitlob ċertu impenn. Il-kors joffrilek tagħrif siewi dwar ir-regolamenti tas-saħħa u s-sigurtà f’dak li hu xogħol marbut mal-installazzjoni elettrika. Ikollok għarfien aħjar tal-organizzazzjoni u l-istrutturi tal-industrija li fiha jsir dan it-tip ta’ xogħol. Lejn l-aħħar tal-ewwel sena tal-istudju, inti tersaq għall-eżamijiet tal-Wireman’s Licence ‘A’. L-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb ikollhom għarfien u esperjenza ta’ xogħol tal-installazzjoni kemm f’ambjent domestiku kif ukoll f’ambjent industrijali.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering – Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120306A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Physics, Mathematics Preferred: English, Computer Studies, Design and Technology

This three-year Diploma course provides students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and skills to analyse digital electronics circuits and develop and apply advanced software solutions to microprocessor based systems including the PC. Students will be able to analyse, compare and contrast the interaction of embedded systems with the PC. Successful technicians will be able to build, test, troubleshoot and repair computer based systems and networks, perform electronic repairs on computers and office equipment, install software and operating systems and set up network systems.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Construct and test analogue and digital electronic circuits to required specifications 2. Develop and debug software routines for specific engineering applications 3. Programme and test microcontroller circuits for embedded system applications 4. Install and maintain Operating Systems and Computer Networks. Career opportunities: Computer networking technician

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Dan il-kors joffri taħriġ għal dawk li biħsiebhom jiżviluppaw u japplikaw soluzzjonijiet avvanzati f’dak li hu software ta’ sistemi li għandhom bażi ta’ microprocessor, inkluż il-kompjuter. L-istudenti jkunu jistgħu janalizzaw u jikkomparaw l-interazzjoni ta’ sistemi ‘embedded’. It-tekniċi tas-sengħa jaslu biex jibnu, jittestjaw, isibu l-ħsara u jsewwu sistemi u networks, kompjuters u apparat ieħor tal-uffiċċju. Huma jkunu wkoll kapaċi jinstallaw software u sistemi ta’ network.

185 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

12/03/06A

12/03/07

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies – Level 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120307

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) or MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Physics, Mathematics Preferred: English, Computer Studies, Design and Technology Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Install and maintain renewable energy systems according to power and safety regulations 2. Construct and test analogue and digital electronic circuits to required specifications 3. Maintain, troubleshoot and repair power electronics and power electrical systems 4. Communicate effectively to offer after-sales assistance to customers. Career opportunities: Electrical / electronics technician with a particular focus on renewable sources of energy

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The MCAST Diploma in Green Technologies is intended for candidates who wish to embark in a career in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a particular focus on renewable sources of energy. With the constant growth in this sector locally and internationally, an urgent need is arising for qualified technicians who are not only capable of installing and testing renewable energy systems, but who also have the required underpinning knowledge and competence to provide aftersales assistance, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. This course will include the necessary practical components to give candidates the desired hands-on experience on renewable energy technologies being installed in Malta today.

L-MCAST Diploma in Green Technologies hija maħsuba għal kandidati li jixtiequ jaqbdu karriera fl-Electrical and Electronics Engineering b’enfasi partikolari fuq sorsi ta’ enerġija rinovabbli. Minħabba t-tkabbir kontinwu f’dan is-settur, kemm dak lokali kif ukoll dak internazzjonali, qed tinħoloq ħtieġa urġenti għal tekniċi kwalifikati. Dawn ikunu mistennija jinstallaw u jittestjaw is-sistemi tal-enerġija, u jkollhom l-għarfien u l-kompetenza meħtieġa biex jipprovdu l-għajnuna wara li jsir il-bejgħ, u biex jagħmlu l-manutenzjoni u t-tiswijiet. Dan il-kors jinkludi l-komponenti prattiċi li huma meħtieġa biex il-kandidati jkunu jistgħu jieħdu biżżejjed esperjenza fit-teknoloġiji tal-enerġija rinovabbli u fl-installazzjoni.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics – Level 4 4

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120308A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) or 4 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Physics, Mathematics Preferred: English, Computer Studies, Design and Technology Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely, communicate effectively and take responsibility of own and others’ work in engineering 2. Apply mathematical and scientific principles to solve engineering problems 3. Construct, test and maintain complex analogue and digital electronic circuits and systems to required specifications 4. Programme and test Microcontroller and Programmable Logic Controller circuits for industrial applications using both low and high-level languages. Career opportunities: Electronics technician (general) Plant technician (electronics) Electronics maintenance technician Electronics servicing technician Industrial electronics technician Line maintenance technician (electronics)

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This three-year vocational course in Industrial Electronics provides candidates with the knowledge and skills required by the manufacturing and services industry. The course emphasis is on electrical and electronics engineering but a number of modules contain elements of software engineering, giving students sufficient knowledge to consider careers in other related technical fields.

Dan il-kors vokazzjonali ta’ tliet snin fl-Elettronika Industrijali joffri t-tagħlim u t-taħriġ meħtieġ mill-industrija tal-manifattura u dik tas-servizzi. Filwaqt li l-inġinerija elettrika u dik elettronika tieħu l-importanza li jixirqilha, hemm elementi ta’ studju li jittrattaw l-inġinerija tas-software. It-tagħlim f’dan ir-rigward huwa wkoll biżżejjed biex student li jinteressah ikun jista’ jikkunsidra karrieri oħra f’oqsma relatati.

The challenging and dynamic world of electronics, mechatronics and communications engineering offers excellent career growth opportunities and the diploma is widely accepted by the local industry.

Id-dinja tal-elettronika, dik tal-mekatronika u l-inġinerija tal-komunikazzjoni hija dinja dinamika u ta’ sfida. Fl-istess ħin hemm opportunitajiet eċċellenti għal dawk li qed ifittxu karriera f’dawn l-oqsma ta’ speċjalizzazzjoni. L-industrija lokali tapprezza l-livell milħuq mill-istudenti li jmorru tajjeb f’dan il-kors.

187 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

12/03/08A

12/03/09A

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120309A

Course Duration: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time on Apprenticeship Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC in Engineering (Electronics) or MCAST-BTEC in Engineering (Mechanical) or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Physics, Mathematics Preferred: English, Computer Studies, Design and Technology Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Color Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely, communicate effectively and take responsibility of own and others’ work in engineering 2. Apply mathematical, scientific and control principles to solve engineering problems 3. Install and maintain electrical plant and electronic systems to required specifications in accordance with manufacturers’ procedures 4. Design and test printed circuit boards for analogue and digital electronic circuits to meet given specifications. Career opportunities: Electrical technician (general) Electrical plant technician Electrical maintenance technician Electrical servicing technician Line maintenance technician (electrical)

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The qualification is designed to equip individuals with the practical skills, knowledge and understanding required for success in employment and progression as technicians in the rapidly changing field of Electrical / Electronics Engineering. Students will follow a range of practical and theoretical units according to the choice of specialisation, designed to satisfy the competences necessary to be able to deal with the challenges of business development in related industries. The qualification has been designed with flexible structures and provides a wide range of units so that learners can focus on their chosen career or area of interest.

Permezz ta’ din il-kwalifika, l-istudenti jieħdu t-taħriġ u l-għarfien meħtieġ li titlob is-sengħa tal-Inġinerija Elettrika u dik Elettronika, bit-tibdiliet kontinwi li jseħħu f’dan is-settur. Dan ser ikunlek ta’ għajnuna meta tasal biex tfittex impjieg. Il-kors jinkludi kemm taħrig tekniku kif ukoll dak prattiku skont l-għażla ta’ speċjalizzazzjoni li tixtieq u huwa maħsub biex jilqa’ għall-isfidi li wieħed jiltaqa’ magħhom fid-dinja tax-xogħol u l-iżvilupp li jseħħ fl-industriji relatati. Din il-kwalifika fiha strutturi flessibbli u hija magħmula minn għażla ta’ unitajiet ta’ studju li jippermettulek tiffoka fuq il-qasam ta’ xogħol li l-aktar jinteressak.

189

12/03/10

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120310

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees

or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied)

Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Communications Technology or MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics – Level 4 or MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering – Level 4 or MCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies – Level 4

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Manage teams working on installaton and maintenance of equipment and systems 2. Apply mathematical, scientific and programming methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems 3. Construct, test and maintain electrical and electronic circuits and systems to required specifications 4. Install and maintain electrical, electronic and communications systems to required specifications in accordance with manufacturers’ procedures.

The course prepares you for technical and management careers in the electrical/electronic sector (systems development and maintenance).

Il-kors iħejjik għal karrieri tekniċi u maniġerjali partikolarment fil-qasam tal-iżvilupp u l-manutenzjoni ta’ sistemi elettriċi/elettroniċi.

The programme is strongly vocational and aims to produce quality engineering technicians who are able to play a major role in meeting the needs of a wide range of industries in the use of new technology.

Il-programm huwa wieħed vokazzjonali u għandu l-għan li jħejji tekniċi ta’ livell għoli fl-inġinerija. Dawn ikunu mistennija li jaqdu rwol ewlieni biex jintlaħqu l-ħtiġijiet ta’ firxa wiesgħa ta’ industriji li jagħmlu użu minn teknoloġiji ġodda.

New technology creates a high demand for engineering technicians in a wide range of organisations. You will learn the fundamentals of engineering with a special emphasis on applications and design.

It-teknoloġija u l-applikazzjoni tagħha jibqgħu jiżviluppaw u dan joħloq domanda kontinwa għal tekniċi kompetenti f’ħafna organizzazzjonijiet. Titgħallem il-prinċipji fundamentali tal-inġinerija b’enfasi speċjali fuq l-applikazzjoni u d-disinn tagħhom.

The course will address the need for technicians skilled in the installation, maintenance and repair of communication systems and networks. Employers will find MCAST graduates to be adaptable and responsive to the rapid evolution of the communication engineering technological sector.

Bħala tekniku titħarreġ fl-installazzjoni, ilmanutenzjoni u t-tiswija ta’ sistemi u networks tal-komunikazzjoni. Għal dawk li jħaddmu, il-gradwati tal-MCAST huma persuni li jafu jadattaw għaċ-ċirkostanzi u li kapaċi jwieġbu għall-bidliet kontinwi li jseħħu fis-settur talinġinerija tal-komunikazzjoni.

Career opportunities:

• Assistant electrical engineer • Head of technicians • Lead technician • Technical supervisor • Assistant research engineer

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

MQF LEVEL 5

191

12/03/11

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120311

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or MCAST-BTEC National Diploma in Communications Technology or MCAST Diploma in Industrial Electronics – Level 4 or MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering – Level 4 or MCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies – Level 4 or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Physics and Mathematics (Pure or Applied)

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Manage teams working on installaton and maintenance of equipment and systems 2. Apply mathematical, scientific and programming methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems 3. Install, test and maintain electrical systems and plant to required specifications 4. Investigate power generation and energy management systems and suggest feasible solutions to set specifications.

The programme prepares students for technical and management careers in the Electrical sector. It is aimed to develop a range of skills and personal qualities essential for successful performance in the electrical field. The course prepares you for possible careers in electrical systems development and maintenance. The programme is strongly vocational and aims to produce higher engineering technicians who are able to play a major role in meeting the needs of a wide range of industries that use new technology.

Career opportunities:

• Assistant electrical engineer • Head of technicians • Lead technician • Technical supervisor • Assistant research engineer

The ever-developing application of new technology creates a high demand for engineering technicians in a wide range of organisations. You will learn the fundamentals of engineering with special emphasis on applications and design.

Il-programm iħejji l-istudenti għal karrieri tekniċi u amministrattivi fis-settur tal-elettriku. Huwa mmirat biex jiżviluppa firxa ta’ ħiliet u kwalitajiet personali li huma meħtieġa jekk wieħed jistenna li jaħdem b’suċċess fis-settur tal-elettriku. Il-kors iħejjik għal karrieri fir-rigward tal-iżvilupp u l-manutenzjoni ta’ sistemi elettriċi. Il-programm huwa wieħed vokazzjonali u għandu l-għan li jħejji tekniċi ta’ livell għoli. Dawn ikunu mistennija li jaqdu rwol ewlieni biex jintlaħqu l-ħtiġijiet ta’ firxa wiesgħa ta’ industriji li jagħmlu użu minn teknoloġiji ġodda. It-teknoloġija u l-applikazzjoni tagħha jibqgħu jiżviluppaw u dan joħloq domanda kontinwa għal tekniċi ta’ stoffa f’firxa wiesgħa ta’ organizzazzjonijiet. Titgħallem il-prinċipji fundamentali tal-inġinerija b’enfasi speċjali fuq l-applikazzjoni tagħhom u d-disinn.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

MQF LEVEL 5

12/03/12

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120312

The programme prepares students for technical and management careers in the Electronics/ Mechatronics sector. It aims to develop a range of skills and personal qualities essential for successful performance in the electronics field with careers which may range from electronics systems development to design applications and maintenance. The programme is strongly vocational and aims to produce qualified engineering technicians who are able to play a major role in meeting the needs of a wide range of industries especially those which make use of new technology. Developments in technology create a high demand for engineering technicians in a wide range of organisations.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Manage teams working on installaton and maintenance of equipment and systems 2. Apply mathematical, scientific and programming methods to find appropriate solutions to engineering problems 3. Install, test and maintain electronic and control systems to required specifications 4. Apply digital and power electronic principles to find solutions to practical engineering problems. Career opportunities:

• Assistant electronics engineer • Head of technicians • Lead technician • Technical supervisor • Assistant research engineer

Dan il-programm iħejji l-istudenti għal diversi karrieri ta’ natura teknika u ta’ maniġment filqasam tal-Elettronika u l-Mekatronika. Matulu tieħu taħriġ li jwasslek biex tiġbor dawk il-ħiliet u l-kwalitajiet personali li teħtieġ biex tirnexxi f’dan il-qasam tax-xogħol. Nistgħu nsemmu l-iżvilupp ta’ sistemi elettroniċi kif ukoll l-installazzjoni u l-manutenzjoni ta’ makkinarju u apparat elettroniku. Il-programm huwa wieħed vokazzjonali għallaħħar u għandu l-għan li jħejji tekniċi kwalifikati tajjeb. L-iżvilupp tat-teknoloġija jitlob ħaddiema tas-sengħa f’firxa wiesgħa ta’ impjiegi. Ħaddiema tekniċi kwalifikati għandhom rwol siewi x’jaqdu fl-industrija Maltija.

A practical session at Carlo Gavazzi Ltd.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

193

12/03/13 -Bachelor of Science (Honours) IN Electronics and Control Engineering

MQF LEVEL 6 6

12/03/18 -Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) IN Electronics and Control Engineering Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120313

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 Electrical/Electronics Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Engineering) 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 and implement hardware and firmware for embedded systems applications 2. Analyse and design complex electronic control systems for various engineering applications 3. Manage projects involving the installation and maintenance of engineering systems 4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of electronics and control engineering. Career opportunities: Design engineer Electronics and control engineer Electrical engineer

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This course builds on the experiences and knowledge assimilated during your twoyear HND programme. The objective of this third year, which leads to a degree, is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry. Moreover, graduates from this course will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad.

Dan il-kors jibni fuq l-esperjenzi u l-għarfien li tkun ħadt matul il-programm ta’ sentejn tal-HND. It-tielet sena, li twassal għal-lawrja, tgħinek tilħaq livell professjonali ta’ inġinerija biex inti tkun imħejji sewwa akkademikament u biex tkompli tieħu t-taħriġ prattiku li jqarrbek lejn dak li teħtieġ l-industrija lokali. Fuq kollox, il-gradwati minn dan il-kors ikunu mħejjija tajjeb biex isegwu l-karriera preferita tagħhom jew jissuktaw blistudju tagħhom barra.

Control engineering is, from many perspectives, at the peak of the various engineering disciplines. Indeed, many engineering problems involve the processing of information of some form in order to control some system or variable within a more complex system. Giving students a good preparation in Control increases their attractiveness to industry.

Minn bosta perspettivi, il-control engineering jinsab fil-quċċata ta’ bosta dixxiplini tal-inġinerija. Tabilħaqq, ħafna problemi tal-inġinerija jinvolvu l-ipproċessar ta’ xi tip ta’ informazzjoni bil-għan li tikkontrolla xi sistema jew xi komponent varjabbli f’sistema aktar kumplessa. L-istudenti li jkollhom taħriġ tajjeb fil-Control huma ta’ attrazzjoni għallindustrija.

195

MQF LEVEL 6 6

12/03/19 -Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) IN Electronics Engineering Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT

More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120314

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 Electrical/Electronics Engineering or MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (Electronics) 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 and implement hardware and firmware for embedded systems applications 2. Design and evaluate complex analogue and digital electronic circuits to meet set specifications for various engineering applications 3. Manage projects involving the installation and maintenance of engineering systems 4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of electronics engineering.

This course builds on the experiences and knowledge assimilated during your twoyear HND programme. The objective of this third year, which leads to a degree, is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry. Moreover these graduates will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad.

Dan il-kors jibni fuq l-esperjenzi u l-għarfien li tkun ħadt matul il-programm ta’ sentejn tal-HND. It-tielet sena, li twassal għal-lawrja, tgħinek tilħaq livell professjonali fl-inġinerija. Dan biex inti tkun imħejji sewwa akkademikament u biex tkompli tieħu t-taħriġ prattiku li jqarrbek iżjed lejn dak li teħtieġ l-industrija lokali. Fuq kollox, il-gradwati minn dan il-kors ikunu mħejjija tajjeb biex isegwu l-karriera preferita tagħhom jew jissuktaw blistudju tagħhom barra.

Electronics is still a highly relevant and attractive technological field that has evolved at a rapid rate. This interdisciplinary field is practically used in every aspect of modern life as exemplified by the advances in computers and communications. The course will bring students in contact with the modern technologies and gives an in-depth mix of knowledge and skills.

Is-settur tal-elettronika, li żviluppa b’rata tassew mgħaġġla, jibqa’ rilevanti u attraenti mil-lat ta’ xogħol. It-teknoloġija tal-elettronika ssib l-applikazzjoni tagħha f’kull aspett tal-ħajja moderna. Eżempju ta’ dan huma l-avvanzi fil-kompjuters u l-komunikazzjoni. Il-programm iressqek lejn it-teknoloġiji ta’ żmienna u joffrilek l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li jitlob dan il-livell ta’ studju.

Career opportunities: Design engineer Electronics engineer Electrical engineer

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An MCAST graduate at MSC (Malta) Ltd.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

12/03/14 -Bachelor of Science (Honours) IN Electronics Engineering

12/03/15

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronic Communications

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120315

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 (Engineering) 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. Develop hardware and software solutions in the field of communications engineering 2. Design and implement wired and wireless communications systems 3. Use specialised equipment for the analysis of digital and analogue signals present in communication systems 4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of communications engineering. Career opportunities: Communications engineer Networks engineer Design engineer

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Communications is one of the fastest moving technological fields that require constant updating. This course has been designed with that concept in mind and therefore strives to give you a sufficient solid foundation in the fundamental concepts so that you are in a position to further upgrade your knowledge and skills.

Il-komunikazzjoni hija speċjalizzazzjoni teknoloġika li timxi ‘l quddiem b’rata tassew mgħaġġla u li titlob aġġornament kontinwu.

This interdisciplinary field is practically used in every aspect of modern life as exemplified by the advances in computers and communications. The course will bring you in contact with modern technologies.

Dan is-settur interdixxiplinari ssibu f’kull aspett tal-ħajja moderna bħal per eżempju fl-avvanzi fil-kompjuter u fil-komunikazzjoni. Il-kors għaldaqstant ilaqqgħek mat-teknoloġiji ta’ żmienna.

Dan il-kors għandu dan l-għan u għaldaqstant joffrilek tħejjija b’saħħitha f’dawk li huma kunċetti fundamentali sabiex inti tkun tista’ tkabbar l-għarfien u l-ħiliet tiegħek.

197

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Power Generation and Renewables

Awarding Body: MCAST IN COLLABORATION WITH FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120316

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) 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. Interpret power consumption trends and evaluate renewable energy generation options for specific scenarios 2. Specify, install and maintain power generation equipment and renewable energy systems 3. Manage projects involving the installation and maintenance of renewable energy systems 4. Contribute in the development of research projects in the field of power generation and renewable energy sources. Career opportunities: Biomedical engineer Medical equipment operations engineer Medical equipment maintenance engineer Design engineer

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The objective of this programme is that of producing professional engineers who are both academically prepared and practically trained to satisfy the requirements of local industry with a special focus on power generation and renewable energy systems. Moreover these graduates will be suitably prepared to embark on careers or further their studies abroad. The need to have qualified engineers who approach this technology in a professional and efficient way is heavily requested by all the major stakeholders. The modules in this degree course will give you a grasp of both the traditional and modern technologies as well as the support systems that would be required.

L-għan ta’ dan il-programm hu li jitħejjew inġiniera professjonali li jkunu kompetenti akkademikament u li jkollhom esperjenza prattika tax-xogħol kif mistenni mill-industrija lokali b’mod partikolari fis-settur tal-power generation u s-sistemi tal-enerġija rinovabbli. Fuq kollox dawn il-gradwati jkunu lesti biex jaqbdu l-karriera tagħhom jew jissuktaw blistudju tagħhom barra. Teżisti l-ħtieġa ta’ inġiniera kwalifikati li joperaw f’din it-teknoloġija b’mod professjonali u effiċjenti. L-unitajiet ta’ studju ta’ dan il-kors jagħtuk l-għarfien meħtieġ tat-teknoloġiji u s-support systems relatati, kemm dawk tradizzjonali kif ukoll dawk moderni.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

12/03/16

12/03/17

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: Biomedical engineer Medical equipment operations engineer Medical equipment maintenance engineer Design engineer

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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.

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12/03/19

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electronics Engineering 2 years full-time

2 years full-time 6

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12/03/14

12/03/13

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronic Communications

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Power Generation and Renewables

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Electronics Engineering

bachelor of SCIENCE (honours) in Electronics and Control Engineering

1 year full-time

12/03/11

12/03/12

12/03/10

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma IN Electrical AND Electronic Engineering

2 years full-time

12/03/07

12/03/06A

12/03/08A

12/03/09A

12/03/05A

MCAST Diploma in Green Energy Technologies LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in Computer Engineering - LEVEL 4

MCAST Diploma in INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS - LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

1 year full-time and 2 years p/t on Apprenticeship

Certificate in Electrical Installation / Maintenance (C&G 2330)

2 years full-time

1 year full-time and 2 years p/t on Apprenticeship

2 years p/t on Apprenticeship

12/03/04

12/03/03

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics)

Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330)

1 year full-time

12/03/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - LEVEL 2 1 year full-time

12/03/01 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

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MCAST students at Crimsonwing Malta Ltd.

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Institute of INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY We provide academic and vocational education to prepare students for careers in the fast-growing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry. Our courses, ranging from foundation to degree programmes, provide you with the necessary qualifications for jobs in computer hardware, software development, ICT support, computer networks, digital gaming, and interactive media. Through constant investment in our laboratories, work placements with local companies and the development of partnerships with leading international software and hardware manufacturers, our students have the opportunity to support their studies with hands-on experience using the latest ICT innovations. MCAST Institute of Information and Communication Technology Main Campus, Triq Kordin, Paola PLA 9032 00356 2398 7350 00356 2398 7390 ict@mcast.edu.mt Acting Director: Mr Mario Pace Deputy Director: Mr Krassimir Andreinski

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12/05/01

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Computing - Level 1*

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12/05/02

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing - Level 2*

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12/05/03

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT 3

210

12/05/04

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

211

12/05/05

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

212

12/05/06

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (Software

Development)

12/05/07

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (ICT Systems

Support)

214

12/05/08

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development

216

12/05/09

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Networks

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At MCAST I learnt the practical aspects of the latest technologies in our sector. Equipped with these experiences, I felt I was very well-prepared for my job once I started working.

Alessio Cristiano BSc (Hons) in Software Development Web Developer at Think Design Malta

I believe that information and communication technology presents us with a very bright future, not only in terms of job opportunities, but also when it comes to developing and adopting new technologies for a better quality of life.

Maria SciclunA, Reading for a BS (Hons) in Computer Networks

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Computing Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120501

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. Describe the basics of the windows environment, software, hardware and the use of the computer in everyday life 2. Use various desktop applications to perform simple tasks 3. Understand the principles of the Internet and the applications which provide various services 4. Carry out simple tasks in English, Maltese and Mathematics.

The programme is designed to provide necessary key skills training in English, Maltese, Mathematics and Personal Development Skills as well as fundamentals of Computer Systems and Web applications.

Il-programm jagħtik taħriġ f’dawk il-ħiliet li huma ta’ qofol, jiġifieri fl-Ingliż, il-Malti, il-Matematika u l-Personal Development. Jipprovdilek ukoll tagħlim dwar l-elementi bażiċi tas-Sistemi talKompjuter u l-applikazzjonijiet tal-internet.

Students will begin to appreciate the basic components that make up a computer, and the interaction of the components with each other to allow us to use the computer as an effective tool for study, work and leisure.

Tibda tifhem kif jinbena l-kompjuter, il-funzjoni ta’ kull komponent u kif dawn jaħdmu flimkien biex aħna nkunu nistgħu nagħmlu użu millkompjuter bħala biċċa għodda effettiva għallistudju, ix-xogħol u d-divertiment.

Due to the major impact that the internet has had on society at large, students will also be introduced to the significance of the internet in today’s world, as well as the use of email as one of the most popular means of communication.

Minħabba l-impatt kbir li l-internet kellu fuq is-soċjetà kollha, inti se tkun tista’ tifhem aħjar issinifikat tal-internet fid-dinja ta’ llum. Titgħallem ukoll kif l-użu tal-email huwa wieħed mill-iktar mezzi popolari tal-komunikazzjoni.

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12/05/02

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120502

The programme is designed to allow students with a School Leaving Certificate to follow a study in the area of IT. The course includes a significant amount of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation of IT.

Dan il-programm iwassal biex l-istudenti, li għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja, ikunu jistgħu jaqbdu l-istudju filqasam tal-IT. Il-kors fih element tajjeb ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li għandha tgħin biex l-istudent jifforma idea ċara dwar x’titlob is-sengħa tal-IT.

Students will receive a proper understanding of the basic areas that make up Information and Communication Technology. This course is the first in a series of programmes that will prepare individuals to work within the Computing Industry.

Ikollok tagħrif siewi fuq l-oqsma bażiċi tatTeknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni u l-Komunikazzjoni. Il-kors huwa wieħed f’serje ta’ programmi li jippreparawk għax-xogħol fl-Industrija talKompjuter.

The course is a preparatory course and is not intended to prepare you for employment within the ICT Industry.

Ftakar li l-kors huwa biss wieħed ta’ preparazzjoni u waħdu ma jkunx biżżejjed biex issib impjieg fl-industrija tal-ICT.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120503

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the fundamentals of computer hardware 2. Understand the fundamentals of communication and networks 3. Use multimedia graphic applications 4. Make use of basic techniques of programming and software development.

This course is the first step in a block of a three year training programme, designed to provide the necessary skills to work in the Computing Industry.

Dan il-kors huwa l-ewwel tarġa f’sensiela ta’ programmi li jdumu tliet snin. Il-programm joffrilek għadd ta’ ħiliet li tkun teħtieġ biex tibda taħdem fl-Industrija tal-Kompjuter.

At this level of study, you will be introduced to fundamental subjects in both the networking and the software development areas. You will also be given the opportunity to upgrade your key skills.

F’dan il-livell ta’ studju, titgħallem is-suġġetti ta’ qofol kemm fil-qasam tan-networking kif ukoll f’dak tal-iżvilupp tas-software.

The course is a pre-requisite for the follow up two-year Level 4 Extended Diploma programme, which we strongly recommend if you intend to embark on a career in IT.

Jeħtieġ li tgħaddi minn dan il-kors jekk tixtieq li titla’ tarġa oħra u tkompli tistudja fuq l-Extended Diploma, programm ta’ sentejn tal-Livell 4. Dan aħna nirrakkomandawh jekk inti biħsiebek tidħol għal karriera fl-Industrija tal-IT.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120504

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics and Computer Studies Preferred: English Language and one subject from Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Design, implement and administer mid-sized computer networks 2. Assemble and troubleshoot computer hardware 3. Apply modern technologies in software development 4. Develop and maintain websites with interactive multimedia content. Career opportunities: Software tester Programmer Programme developer Systems analyst

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This intensive course aims to take further the knowledge and training you received at Level 3. It also provides you with the required skills to work in the IT Industry.

Dan il-kors intensiv għandu l-għan li jtejjiblek l-għarfien u t-taħriġ li tkun ħadt fil-kors talLivell 3. Jagħtik ukoll il-ħiliet meħtieġa biex tkun tista’ taħdem fl-Industrija tal-IT.

In the second year of the course you will specialise in Software Development. You will study those subjects which are relevant to the needs of Industry.

Fit-tieni sena tal-kors, tkun tista’ tispeċjalizza fisSoftware Develpment. Tistudja dawk is-suġġetti li huma rilevanti għall-ħtiġijiet tal-Industrija.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120505

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics and Computer Studies Preferred: English Language and one subject from Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Design, implement and administer mid-sized computer networks 2. Assemble and troubleshoot computer hardware 3. Apply modern technologies in software development 4. Develop and maintain websites with interactive multimedia content. Career opportunities: Computer technician Network administrator Help desk and systems support technician

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This intensive course aims to take further the knowledge and training received at Level 3 and to provide students with the required skills to work in the IT Industry.

Dan il-kors intensiv għandu l-għan li jtejjeb l-għarfien u t-taħriġ li l-istudent ikun ħa fil-Livell 3 u jħejjik aħjar biex tkun tista’ taħdem fl-Industrija tal-IT.

In the second year of the course, students will specialise in Networking and ICT Support. You will study subjects that are relevant to the needs of industry.

Fit-tieni sena tal-kors, l-istudenti jispeċjalizzaw fin-Networking u fl-ICT Support. Tistudja suġġetti li huma rilevanti għall-ħtiġijiet tal-industrija.

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12/05/06

MQF LEVEL 5

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (Software Development)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120506

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Computing and one subject from Pure Mathematics and Physics Compulsory I-Level: Pure Mathematics or Applied if Pure Mathematics is not presented at A-Level At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Expand the knowledge and experience in advanced .NET and Java technologies 2. Implement advanced websites using different tools 3. Apply methods of systems analysis and design 4. Integrate database access in web applications. Career opportunities:

• Software designer and developer • Web designer • Systems analyst • Systems designers

This qualification aims to provide a foundation for a range of technical and management careers in computing and to enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment. Students who complete the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (Software Development) will find a number of career opportunities in the ICT Industry or in IT Departments in a wide range of work environments.

Din il-kwalifika tipprovdilek pedament edukattiv għal firxa wiesgħa ta’ karrieri tekniċi u maniġerjali fl-industrija tal-kompjuter. B’hekk l-istudenti jkunu jistgħu jagħtu l-kontribut immedjat tagħhom fl-impjieg. L-istudenti li jtemmu b’suċċess l-MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing jistgħu jsibu numru ta’ opportunitajiet fl-Industrija tal-ICT jew fid-dipartimenti tal-IT. Hemm ħafna ambjenti f’dawn is-setturi li l-istudenti jistgħu jikkunsidraw bħala bidu għall-karriera tagħhom.

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12/05/07

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (ICT Systems Support)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120507

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT or 2 A-Level passes and 2 I-Level passes Compulsory A-Level: Computing and one subject from Pure Mathematics and Physics Compulsory I-Level: Pure Mathematics or Applied if Pure Mathematics is not presented at A-Level At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work with advanced hardware and operating systems architecture 2. Perform the installation, setup and administration of different networking operating systems 3. Use, deploy and configure networking equipment such as routers and switches 4. Design and implement fairly complex network setups. Career opportunities:

• Systems administrator • Network installations and maintenance personnel

• Supervisory technical staff

This qualification provides a foundation for a range of technical and management careers in computing and enables students to make an immediate contribution in employment. Students who successfully complete the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (ICT Systems Support) will find a number of career opportunities in the ICT Industry or in IT departments in a wide range of work environments.

Din il-kwalifika tagħtik il-bażi meħtieġa għal firxa ta’ karrieri tekniċi u maniġerjali fil-computing u tista’ twasslek biex tkun tista’ tidħol għal xogħol fis-settur. L-istudenti li jkunu temmew b’suċċess l-MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development (ICT Systems Support) għandhom isibu numru ta’ opportunitajiet fl-Industrija tal-ICT jew f’dipartimenti tal-IT u f’firxa wiesgħa ta’ ambjenti tax-xogħol.

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MQF LEVEL 5

12/05/08

MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development

Awarding Body: MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120508

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (Software Development) 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. Utilise advanced data structures and algorithms 2. Develop internet mobile technologies applications 3. Develop software securely 4. Manage complex professional activities or projects with autonomy and responsibility. Career opportunities: Senior software developer Senior systems analyst Senior web designer

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This programme builds on the experience acquired in the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. Once again, a good mix of both practical and theoretical subjects has been included to ensure that the student is well prepared for Industry. You will also obtain a good knowledge base to allow for further development in the field, both from an educational aspect, as well as research and development. As a departure from previous programmes, students will be expected to be more independent learners, with a significant amount of research and self study outside the classroom environment.

Dan il-programm ikompli jibni fuq l-għarfien u l-esperjenza li inti tkun ħadt mill-kors tal-MCASTBTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. Bilanċ siewi ta’ suġġetti li jitolbu kemm prattika kif ukoll teorija jiżgura tħejjija għaqlija għaxxogħol u l-ħila li titlob l-Industrija. Tkun mistenni li tikseb għarfien sħiħ ta’ dak li jitlob dan is-settur partikulari, sabiex inti tkun tista’ tkompli tiżviluppa u timxi ‘l quddiem, kemm mil-lat edukattiv kif ukoll minn dak tar-riċerka u l-iżvilupp. F’dan il-livell ta’ studju, inti tkun mistenni taħdem indipendentement minn ħaddieħor, li jista’ jkun differenti minn dak li tkun drajt tagħmel fil-programmi ta’ qabel. Il-kors jitlob ukoll li inti tgħaddi xi ħin tagħmel ir-riċerka u tistudja għal rasek lil hinn mill-erba’ ħitan tal-klassi.

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MQF LEVEL 6

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Networks

Awarding Body: MCAST in Collaboration with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120509

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing (ICT Systems Support). Further details are available under the section “Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees” (page 300)

and digital forensics to ensure a secure networking environment 2. Administer a database with autonomy and responsibility 3. Explain the inner working of the operating systems 4. Design and deploy advanced LAN and WAN systems.

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Apply the principles of network security

Career opportunities: Systems administrator Middle management help desk and support Middle management technical support

This programme builds on the experience acquired in the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. MCAST has included within the degree programme a balanced mix of both practical and theoretical subjects to ensure that the student is well prepared for Industry.

Dan il-programm jibni fuq l-esperjenza li tkun ħadt fil-kors tal-MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Computing. Il-Kulleġġ ħaseb li jinkludi fil-programm tal-lawrja bilanċ ta’ għarfien prattiku u teoretiku sabiex inti tkun imħejji tajjeb għax-xogħol fl-Industrija.

You will also be expected to obtain a good knowledge base to allow for further development in the field, both from an educational aspect, as well as research and development.

Tkun mistenni li tikseb għarfien sħiħ ta’ dak li jitlob dan is-settur partikulari, sabiex inti tkun tista’ tkompli tiżviluppa u timxi ‘l quddiem kemm mil-lat edukattiv kif ukoll minn dak tar-riċerka u l-iżvilupp.

As a departure from previous programmes, students will be expected to be more independent learners, with a significant amount of research and self-study being conducted outside the classroom environment.

F’dan il-livell ta’ studju, inti se taħdem indipendentement minn ħaddieħor, li jista’ jkun differenti minn dak li tkun drajt tagħmel fis-snin ta’ qabel. Il-kors jitlob ukoll li inti tgħaddi xi ħin tagħmel ir-riċerka u tistudja għal rasek lil hinn mill-erba’ ħitan tal-klassi.

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12/05/08

12/05/09

bachelor of ARTS (honours) in Graphic Design and Interactive Media

bachelor of SCIENCE (honours) in SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

bachelor of SCIENCE (honours) in COMPUTER NETWORKS

1 year full-time

12/07/12

12/05/06

12/05/07

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma In INTERACTIVE MEDIA

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma In Computing and Systems Development (Software Development)

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma In Computing and Systems Development (ICT Systems Support)

2 years full-time

12/05/04

12/05/05

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

2 years full-time

12/05/03 MCAST-BTEC DIPLOMA IN IT 1 year full-time 3

12/05/02 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing - LEVEL 2 1 year full-time

12/05/01 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Computing - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

This course is offered in collaboration with the Institute of Art and Design. More details on page 84.

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MCAST cadets on board a Maersk container ship (Photo courtesy of agents Thomas Smith & Company Ltd and Malta Freeport

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MARITIME Institute The MCAST Maritime Institute is renowned as the most advanced maritime training institution in the Maltese Islands. Our full-time courses lead to the attainment of the national and international nautical licences required to establish your career in the maritime industry. Key stakeholders in this sector have, on several occasions, expressed their satisfaction at the high level of preparedness shown by our graduates. Employers are encouraged to recruit them because the training programmes they undertake place an important emphasis on hands-on experience. This is achieved through the instituteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sea- and land-based facilities, which include boats and control simulators, and extensive work placements, ranging MCAST Maritime Institute Villa Portelli, Triq Marina, Kalkara KKR 1211 00356 2180 6467/8, 2180 9004 00356 2180 9057 maritime@mcast.edu.mt Director: Capt Anand Dayal Deputy Director: Capt Ghassan Abdullah

from six months to one year ocean going experiences.

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Probationary Officer Cadet - Level 3* 3

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12/08/04 Chief Mate - Level 5*

Through the guidance of my lecturers I considered different areas of specialisation within the maritime sector and am now aspiring to work on board container ships. I look forward to embarking on this career, and to the adventures it will present me with.

Martina Bonanno, Third Year Student, OIC Navigational Watch

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In the beginning, getting used to new subjects was quite tough. However, these preparations paid off when I set sail on my first experience as a cadet on board a ship. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where I got the first taste of the excitement and satisfaction of a career at sea.

Patrick Darmanin, Third Year Student, OIC Navigational Watch

MQF LEVEL 3

Probationary Officer Cadet – Level 3 3

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120801

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: English Language Other entry requirements: Medical Test, Physical Aptitude Test and Interview At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Perform various basic tasks related to boat handling and maintenance 2. Identify and describe different types of vessels, construction processes, stucture of a ship and related laws and regulations 3. Identify and Interpret flag signals, the phonetic alphabet, flashing light signals and various basic meteorological processes 4. Carry out basic fire prevention, fire fighting and elementary first aid. Career Opportunities Water clerk (shipping agency) Cargo planner Mooring man Shipping clerk

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This study programme is intended for candidates who in future intend to apply for the course leading to an Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch or Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch, but who as yet do not possess all the academic entry requirements to commence the OIC Nav/Eng Watch course. SEC/’O’ Level passes in Mathematics and Physics are mandatory to commence the OIC Nav/Eng Watch courses. The Probationary Officer Cadet Course gives candidates the possibility of experiencing what it would be like to train on the Officer in Charge of a Navigational/Engineering Watch Courses and will also help them choose the career path they wish to follow at sea, whether related to Deck (Navigation) duties or Engineering.

Dan il-programm ta’ studju huwa maħsub għal dawk li qed jippjanaw biex ‘il quddiem japplikaw għall-kors li jwassal għal Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch jew Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch, iżda li għad m’għandhomx ir-rekwiżiti akkademiċi kollha biex ikunu jistgħu jidħlu għal dawn il-korsijiet. Il-Matematika u l-Fiżika fis-SEC livell ordinarju huma meħtieġa biex tkun tista’ tibda dawn il-programmi. Il-kors tal-Probationary Officer Cadet jagħti lill-kandidati il-possibbiltà li jifhmu aħjar minn xiex jikkonsisti t-taħriġ fil-korsijiet tal-Officer in Charge of a Navigational/Engineering Watch. Ilprogramm jgħinhom ukoll biex jagħżlu l-karriera tal-baħar li jixtiequ jsegwu , kemm jekk fuq idDeck (Navigation) kif ukoll dik fl-Inġinerija.

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MQF LEVEL 4

OIC Navigational Watch 4

Awarding Body: TRANSPORT MALTA More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120802

Course Duration: 3 years (1 year full-time, 12 months ocean going experience, 1 year full-time)

Other entry requirements: Medical Test, Physical Aptitude Test and Interview

Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: Probationary Officer Cadet or 6 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Physics (at grade 4/B or better), Mathematics and English Language. Preferred: Geography and a foreign language

At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Identify and use celestial bodies, terrestrial points and electronic navigation systems for position fixing and navigation 2. Monitor the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage 3. Maintain a safe navigational watch 4. Respond to various emergencies that can be encountered while at sea.

The course aims at giving the candidate the necessary training as an Officer Cadet to qualify for a Certificate of Competence as an Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch on a foreigntrading merchant vessel.

Il-kors għandu l-għan li jagħti lill-kandidat it-taħriġ meħtieġ bħala Uffiċjal Kadett sabiex jikkwalifika għal Ċertifikat ta’ Kompetenza bħala Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch fuq bastiment merkantili li jagħmel il-kummerċ barra mill-pajjiż.

Training consists of a number of maritime related subjects such as Navigation, Meteorology, Signals, Ship Knowledge and Stability, Cargo Operations, International Regulations, as well as a high level of physical fitness training and leadership training in which all candidates are expected to participate and to attain a high degree of competence.

It-taħriġ jikkonsisti f’numru ta’ suġġetti relatati mal-ambitu marittimu bħal Navigazzjoni, Meteoroġija, Sinjali, Tagħrif dwar Vapuri u l-Istabbilita’ tagħhom, operazzjonijiet marbuta mal-Merkanzija u Regolamenti Internazzjonali. Jinkludi ukoll livell għoli ta’ taħriġ biex wieħed ikun f’kundizzjoni fiżika tajba kif ukoll taħriġ fil-qasam tat-tmexxija, li l-kandidati kollha jkunu mistennija jipparteċipaw fihom u jiksbu grad għoli ta’ kompetenza.

Officer Cadets are expected to dedicate a lot of time to their studies and are also expected to wear a merchant marine uniform whilst undergoing training both ashore and on board ships. Officer Cadets attending the course may also be assisted in finding a sponsor for the practical training period at sea during the second phase of training on the course. The Maritime Institute boasts a good reputation for discipline and all Officer Cadets are expected to abide by a Code of Conduct whilst attending the Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch Course.

L-Uffiċjali Kadetti jkunu mistennija jiddedikaw ħafna minn ħinhom għall-istudji tagħhom u jkunu mistennija wkoll jilbsu uniformi tal-marina merkantili waqt li jkunu għaddejjin bit-taħriġ kemm fuq l-art kif ukoll abbord il-bastimenti. L-Uffiċjali Kadetti li jattendu l-kors jistgħu wkoll jiġu assistiti jsibu sponsor għall-perjodu ta’ taħriġ prattiku fuq il-baħar matul it-tieni fażi ta’ taħriġ tal-kors. L-Istitut Marittimu jista’ jiftaħar b’reputazzjoni tajba għad-dixxiplina u l-Uffiċjali Kadetti kollha jkunu mistennija jimxu ma’ Kodiċi ta’ Kondotta filwaqt li jattendu l-kors ta’ Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch.

Career Opportunities

• Navigating officer (deck department) on sea-going merchant ships.

• Chief officer (deck department) on coastal merchant ships.

• Master on local cruising craft, yachts or fishing trawler

• Port inspector • Terminal supervisor • Gmdss operator • Yard/ship container planner • Marine pilot • Vts operator/supervisor

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OIC Engineering Watch 4

Awarding Body: Transport malta More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120803

Course Duration: 12 months including 6 months at sea Fees: City & Guilds Examination Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Other entry requirements: Medical Test, Physical Aptitude Test and Interview At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Operate pumping systems and associated control systems 2. Maintain a safe engineering watch and follow safety and emergency procedures 3. Use appropriate tools and measuring equipment to carry out fabrication, repair and maintenance tasks on different ship plant, equipment and structures 4. Respond to various emergencies that can be encountered while at sea. Career opportunities: Engineer officer (engine department) on seagoing merchant ships. Third or second engineer on coastal merchant ships Engineer superintendent/manager Engineer ship surveyor Yard/workshop manager Project manager

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The course aims at giving candidates the necessary training as an Officer Cadet to qualify for a Certificate of Competence as an Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch on a foreigntrading merchant vessel. The training consists of a number of marine engineering and other maritime related subjects such as ship engineering knowledge and watch-keeping, industrial chemistry, maritime legislation, as well as a high level of physical fitness training and leadership training in which all candidates are expected to participate and attain a high degree of competence. Officer Cadets are expected to dedicate a lot of time to their studies and are also expected to wear a merchant marine uniform whilst undergoing training both ashore, in shipyards and on board ships. Officer Cadets attending the course may also be assisted in finding a sponsor for the practical training period at sea as well as a work placement in a shipyard during the second phase of training on the course. The Maritime Institute boasts a good reputation for discipline and all Officer Cadets are expected to abide by a Code of Conduct whilst attending the Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch Course.

Il-kors għandu l-għan li jagħti lill-kandidat it-taħriġ meħtieġ bħala Uffiċjal Kadett sabiex jikkwalifika għal Ċertifikat ta’ Kompetenza bħala Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch fuq bastiment merkantili li jagħmel kummerċ barra mill-pajjiż. It-taħriġ jikkonsisti f’numru ta’ suġġetti relatati mal-inġinerija marittima u ma’ suġġetti oħra relatati mal-ambitu marittimu bħal tagħrif dwar l-inġinerija tal-vapuri, ‘watch-keeping’, kimika industrijali u leġislazzjoni Marittima. Il-kors joffri wkoll livell għoli ta’ taħriġ biex wieħed ikun f’kundizzjoni fiżika tajba, kif ukoll taħriġ fil-qasam tat-tmexxija, li l-kandidati kollha jkunu mistennija jipparteċipaw fihom u jiksbu grad għoli ta’ kompetenza. L-Uffiċjali Kadetti jkunu mistennija jiddedikaw ħafna minn ħinhom għall-istudji tagħhom u jkunu mistennija wkoll jilbsu uniformi tal-marina merkantili waqt li jkunu għaddejjin bittaħriġ kemm fuq l-art, kif ukoll fit-tarzni u abbord il-bastimenti. L-Uffiċjali Kadetti li jattendu l-kors jistgħu wkoll jiġu assistiti jsibu sponsor għall-perjodu ta’ taħriġ prattiku fuq il-baħar kif ukoll post tax-xogħol f’tarzna matul it-tieni fażi ta’ taħriġ tal-kors. L-Istitut Marittimu jista’ jiftaħar b’reputazzjoni tajba għad-dixxiplina u l-Uffiċjail Kadetti kollha jkunu mistennija jimxu ma’ Kodiċi ta’ Kondotta filwaqt li jattendu l-kors ta’ Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch.

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Chief Mate – Level 5

Awarding Body: transport malta More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120804

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Course fees apply to all students Entry Requirements: Valid OIC Navigational Watch Certificate of Competency plus 12 months at sea in that capacity Other entry requirements: Medical Test, Physical Aptitude Test and Interview At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Maintain safe navigation through the use of modern navigation systems to assist command decision-making 2. Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing, care during voyage and unloading of cargoes 3. Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements 4. Maintain safety and security of the ship’s crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving, fire fighting and other safety systems. Career opportunities: Chief officer (deck department) on sea-going merchant ships Master offshore vessel Ship surveyor Cargo surveyor Gmdss operator Ship security officer Marine pilot Vts operator/supervisor

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This course is a continuation in the career of a Deck Officer in the merchant marina leading to the issue of a Certificate of Competence as a Chief Mate. The training provided is at management level and candidates attending this course are expected to dedicate a lot of time to their studies and are also expected to wear a merchant marine uniform whilst undergoing training ashore.

Dan il-kors huwa kontinwazzjoni fil-karriera ta’ Deck Officer fil-marina merkantili li jwassal biex jinħareġ Ċertifikat ta’ Kompetenza bħala Chief Mate. It-taħriġ ipprovdut huwa dak fuq livell maniġerjali u l-kandidati li jattendu dan il-kors ikunu mistennija jiddedikaw ħafna minn ħinhom għall-istudji tagħhom u jkunu mistennija wkoll jilbsu uniformi tal-marina merkantili waqt li jkunu għaddejjin bit-taħriġ fuq l-art.

The Maritime Institute boasts a good reputation for discipline and all Officers are expected to abide by a Code of Conduct whilst attending the Chief Mate Course and to actively participate in events organised by the Maritime Institute.

L-Istitut Marittimu jista’ jiftaħar b’reputazzjoni tajba għad-dixxiplina u l-Uffiċjali kollha jkunu mistennija jimxu ma’ Kodiċi ta’ Kondotta filwaqt li jattendu l-kors ta’ Chief Mate u li jipparteċipaw b’mod attiv fl-avvenimenti organizzati mill-Istitut Marittimu.

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3 years (1 year full-time, 12 months ocean going experience, 1 year full-time)

12 months including 6 months at sea

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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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MCAST Introductory Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Level 1*

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MCAST Foundation Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - Level 2*

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

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MCAST Diploma for Polymer Process Technicians*

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MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Operations Engineering

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MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering

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

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

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

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

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marine Engineering

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

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

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

Examinations)

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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)

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

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.

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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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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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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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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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12/01/08A

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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12/01/09

MQF LEVEL 4

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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12/01/09A

12/01/10

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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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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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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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.

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

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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

• • •

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

Institute of mechanical ENGINEERING

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12/01/19

12/01/20

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.

Career opportunities:

A training session at Lufthansa Technik Malta

12/01/21

12/01/22

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

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

2 years full-time

12/01/17

12/01/15

12/03/17

12/01/16

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Marine Engineering

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

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering

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

1 year full-time

12/01/14

12/01/13

12/01/12

12/01/11

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Marine Engineering

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in OPERATIONS Engineering

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

2 years full-time

12/01/09

12/01/10

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma In Manufacturing Engineering

MCAST-BTEC EXTENDED Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

2 years full-time

12/01/10A

3 years p/t on Apprenticeship

2 years full-time

MCAST Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course (Leading to EASA Part-66 CAT B2 Avionics Examinations) 2 years full-time

12/01/08A

12/01/18

12/01/09A

12/01/07A

MCAST Diploma for Polymer Process Technicians

MCAST Aircraft Maintenance Technician Course (Leading to EASA Part -66 CAT B 1.1 Examinations) 2 years full-time

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering

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

3 years p/t on Apprenticeship

1 year full-time and 2 years p/t on Apprenticeship

12/01/03

12/01/20

12/01/06A

MCAST-BTEC Diploma In Mechanical Engineering

EASA Part-66 Aircraft MaintenancE Category â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Licence Course

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

16 months

2 years p/t on Apprenticeship

1 year full-time

12/01/19

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

12/01/04

12/01/05A

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (C&G 2850)

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

1 year full-time

1 year full-time and 2 years p/t on apprenticeship

12/01/02 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - LEVEL 2 1 year full-time

12/01/01 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - LEVEL 1 1 year full-time

This symbol indicates that students holding the appropriate entry requirements may apply.

Photo courtesy of Marine Park Malta

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GOZO CENTRE The MCAST Gozo Centre offers Gozitan students a selection of the courses available at the College’s ten institutes on the island of Malta. MCAST’s course provision in Gozo is intended to meet the Gozitan young people’s demand for VET opportunities close to home, as well as to meet the skills demands of the Gozitan economy. Our training is offered through two sub-centres. At the Xagħra centre, we offer courses in business and commerce and ICT. At the Xewkija Centre, we have workshops, studios and lecture rooms for our programmes in mechanical, electrical, building MCAST Xagħra Centre 132, Triq it-Tiġrija, Xagħra, Gozo XRA 2013 00356 2155 6275 00356 2156 4521 gozocentre@mcast.edu.mt MCAST Xewkija Centre Triq tal-Ħamrija, Xewkija, Gozo XWK 9034 00365 2156 4146 00356 2155 1529 gozocentre@mcast.edu.mt Director: Mr Godwin Grech

and construction engineering, as well as for courses in community services. The MCAST Pathway for Independent Living Programme is also offered at the Xewkija Centre.

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MQF Level

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Course Code

Course Title

271

12/04/01G

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 1*

272

12/06/01G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Business - Level 2*

273

12/09/02G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care - Level 2*

274

12/05/02G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing - Level 2*

275

12/04/23G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Engineering Skills - Level 2*

277

12/09/03G

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing - Level 2*

278

12/03/03G

Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330)

279

12/09/04G Diploma in Hairdressing - Women (C&G 6902)

280

12/04/10G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction

282

12/03/04G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics)

284

12/09/06G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health AND Social Care

285

12/01/03G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

287

12/05/03G

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT

288

12/03/05GA

Certificate in Electrical Installation /Maintenance (C&G 2330)

290

12/09/09G

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care)

291

12/05/04G

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

292

12/05/05G

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

295

12/06/09G

AAT Diploma in Accounting

At MCAST I acquired the required electrical installation skills and the ability to quickly adapt to the ever-changing technologies in this field. This flexibility soon became an essential requirement in my work on innovative renewable energy systems.

Shannon Vassallo, Technician at Econetique Ltd. Diploma in Electrical Installation/ Maintenance (City & Guilds 2330)

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My MCAST course did not only provide me with the required skills to work in business and commerce, but also served as the foundation stone for further studies as I eventually read for a Masters in Business Administration.

Julie-Pearl Muscat, Business Support Officer at Bank of Valletta MCAST Diploma in Banking and Financial Services

MQF LEVEL 1

MCAST Introductory Certificate in Construction Engineering - Level 1

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120401G

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. Understand the importance of following workshop safe practices and of handling hand tools safely 2. Follow instructions to mark simple templates 3. Follow instructions to produce simple products from various materials 4. Appreciate the link between workshop practice and key skills.

The programme provides an opportunity to school leavers in possession of the School Leaving Certificate to explore the underpinning principles of common construction engineering skills.

Il-programm joffri opportunità lill-istudenti li jkollhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex ikunu jistgħu jifhmu sew xi prinċipji bażiċi tal-inġinerija fil-kostruzzjoni.

The programme includes vocational practice to demonstrate the opportunities that can be followed in various sectors. This includes woodwork, plumbing, sheet-metal, bench-fitting and electrical practical exercises. By the end of the course, provided you are successful, you would have experienced and gained sufficient basic knowledge to follow any Foundation Certificate Level 2 programme offered by the Institute of Building and Construction Engineering and other Insitutes.

The course includes a significant key skills component which will help you improve your language, literacy and numeracy skills. Information Technology and Personal Development sessions are part and parcel of the key skills component.

Jekk tmur tajjeb, sa l-aħħar tal-kors tkun ħadt biżżejjed prattika u ġbart l-għarfien meħtieġ biex tkun tista’ tidħol għal kwalunkwe Foundation Certificate kors fil-Livell 2, li joffru l-Istitut tal-Bini u l-Inġinerija tal-Kostruzzjoni u Istituti oħrajn. Ikollok lezzjonijiet fil-Malti, l-Ingliż u l-Matematika. Irrispettivament mill-kors li tixtieq taqbad, dawn is-suġġetti ma tistax tgħaddi mingħajrhom. Magħhom ikollok ukoll lezzjonijiet fit-Teknoloġija tal-Informazzjoni u fil-Personal Development.

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12/04/01G

12/06/01G

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Business - Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120601G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe basic business concepts 2. Communicate in Maltese and English in a business environment 3. Apply mathematical skills in everyday life and in business 4. Use appropriate IT skills.

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Care - Level 2 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120902G

Il-kors jipprovdi opportunità lil dawk li spiċċaw l-iskola obbligatorja u għandhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja biex isegwu kors fil-qasam li hu ta’ interess għalihom. Il-kors jinkludi element ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li tgħinek tifforma idea tajba tas-sengħa jew vokazzjoni li beħsiebek issegwi. Dan il-kors jipprovdi l-ħiliet bażiċi li jwasslu għal aktar taħriġ fis-settur tal-kura. Tkun trid tersaq għal testijiet fil-Malti, fl-Ingliż u fil-Matematika. Wara dawn it-testijiet, l-MCAST iħejji lista ta’ dawk li jkunu jeħtieġu aktar għajnuna biex ilaħħqu mal-istudji tagħhom. Dawn l-istudenti jidħlu għall-Foundation Course fuq il-Livell Vokazzjonali 1. Dan il-kors ta’ sena jgħinhom jgħaddu għall-Foundation Course fuq il-Livell 2 is-sena ta’ wara.

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12/09/02G

12/05/02G

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Computing – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120502G

Dan il-programm iwassal biex l-istudenti, li għandhom iiċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja, ikunu jistgħu jaqbdu l-istudju filqasam tal-IT. Il-kors fih element tajjeb ta’ prattika vokazzjonali li għandha tgħin biex l-istudent jifforma idea ċara dwar x’titlob is-sengħa tal-IT.

The course is a preparatory course and is not intended to prepare you for employment within the ICT Industry.

Ftakar li l-kors huwa biss wieħed ta’ preparazzjoni u waħdu ma jkunx biżżejjed biex issib impjieg fl-Industrija tal-ICT.

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Engineering Skills – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120423G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the basic characteristics of wood, construction, welding, fabrication, mechanical, auto and electrical fields of study 2. Interpret different types of information and ideas in terms of core skills in mathematics and science, language communication, information technology and basic technical documentation 3. Use basic hand tools effectively in a workshop environment 4. Take responsibility for completing simple assigned tasks and assignments.

The course is designed for school leavers who are in possession of a School Leaving Certificate and who wish to follow a structured programme of study in an area which is close to their interests. The programme includes elements of vocational practice that will help students to form a clear idea of the nature of the trade or vocation they intend to follow at further levels of vocational training. The course thus provides practical and theoretical aspects of a number of useful trades (Electrical, Mechanical, Welding and Fabrication, Woodwork and Construction in Stone). You will be able to gain experience in the use of tools, materials and processes relating to these trades. The course will enable you to choose and progress in one specific trade as a career.

Dan il-kors huwa maħsub għal studenti li jkollhom iċ-ċertifikat tat-Tmiem tal-Iskola Sekondarja u li jkunu jixtiequ jsegwu programm ta’ studju f’xi qasam li jinteressahom. Ilprogramm jinkludi elementi ta’ taħriġ vokazzjonali li jgħinuk biex tifhem aħjar in-natura tas-sengħa li tixtieq taqbad u li tkun tista’ ssegwi f’livelli ta’ studju ogħla. Għaldaqstant, il-kors jinkludi aspetti prattiċi u teoretiċi f’għażla ta’ snajja’ utli, bħal ma huma l-Elettriku, il-Mekkanika, il-Welding u x-xogħol talħadid, ix-xogħol tal-injam kif ukoll il-bini. Tieħu esperjenza fl-użu tal-għodda, il-materjali u l-proċessi skont is-snajja’ li semmejna. Il-kors jgħinek ukoll biex tagħżel is-sengħa li tgħodd għalik u l-karriera li tixtieq taqbad.

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12/04/23G

MQF LEVEL 2

MCAST Foundation Certificate in Hairdressing – Level 2

Awarding Body: MCAST More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120903G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: Not applicable Entry Requirements: MCAST Introductory Certificate or Finished Compulsory Education Other entry requirements: Initial Assessment Tests Applicants may be called for an Interview At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Describe basic hair and scalp structures 2. Practise proper personal care and presentation 3. Demonstrate an understanding of basic scientific principles relating to hairdressing 4. Complete a range of basic tasks required to assist a hairdresser.

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MQF LEVEL 3

Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology (C&G 2330)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120303G

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Dan il-programm ta’ sena għandu jkun ta’ interess għal dawk li jixtiequ jaħdmu fl-industrija tal-elettroteknika. Il-kors joffri tagħlim ta’ natura teoretika kif ukoll taħriġ prattiku li hu rilevanti għas-settur. Il-programm ikopri t-tagħrif u t-taħriġ ta’ bażi talinstallazzjoni ta’ ċirkwiti elettriċi skont kif titlob is-sengħa fil-qafas tar-regolamenti tal-gvern. Il-kors jinkludi opportunitajiet biex l-istudent jiżviluppa l-ħiliet tiegħu li huma siewja kemm fir-rigward tal-lingwa teknika li jkollu bżonn jitgħallem kif ukoll fil-matematika, fid-disinn tekniku u fl-ICT.

MQF LEVEL 3

Diploma in Hairdressing – Women (C&G 6902) 3

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120904G

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: City & Guilds Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Preferred: English Language, Art, Home Economics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Cut, style and colour different hair varieties 2. Manage a hairdressing salon reception desk 3. Manage client consultations 4. Maintain health and safety standards within a hairdressing salon. Career opportunities: Hairdresser

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Dan il-kors iwassal għas-City and Guilds Diploma (C&G 6902) li tista’ twassal biex l-istudenti jibdew jaħdmu f’salon tax-xagħar, jew għal rashom. Id-diploma toffri firxa wiesgħa ta’ ħiliet teoretiċi u prattiċi fil-qasam tal-hairdressing. Dawn il-ħiliet jinkludu l-ħasil tax-xagħar, l-istil, ilmassage, il-qtugħ, iż-żebgħa u l-perm. Titgħallem dwar is-saħħa u s-sigurtà, u dwar l-informazzjoni u l-appuntamenti li tagħti lill-klijenti. Ikollok iċċans ittejjeb il-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa tax-xagħar meta jkollok il-prattika kemm fis-salon talMCAST kif ukoll fuq postijiet tax-xogħol.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Construction 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120410G

4. Describe the methods and techniques associated with pre-construction, ground works, substructure, superstructure and building services systems of low-rise domestic buildings. Career opportunities:

• Draughts-person assistant • Land surveying assistant • Quantity surveying assistant • Joiner assistant • Mason assistant

The course consists of College based training on the various subjects related to the building and construction sector. This qualification gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills needed in this specialist area of employment and/or to continue your studies in the same, or related vocational areas such as Construction, Civil Engineering or Building Services. During the course you will be introduced to the different types of technical drawings used in the construction industry. Additionally, you will be able to apply construction drawing standards and conventions to produce sketches and professional working drawings.

F’dan il-kors, it-taħriġ isir fil-Kulleġġ stess u jipprovdi l-ħiliet meħtieġa fuq diversi fergħat li għandhom x’jaqsmu mas-settur tal-bini u l-kostruzzjoni. Din il-kwalifika ttik l-għarfien u l-ħiliet li titlob is-sengħa li biħsiebek tagħżel. Tkun tista’ wkoll tkompli tistudja, kemm jekk tissokta fl-istess linja kif ukoll jekk tagħżel xi qasam relatat, bħallKostruzzjoni, l-Inġinerija Ċivili jew il-Building Services. Matul il-kors ikollok taħriġ fuq id-diversi tipi ta’ disinn tekniku li jintuża fl-industrija tal-kostruzzjoni. Barra minn dan, tkun tista’ tapplika l-istandards u l-konvenzjonijiet tipiċi biex tipproduċi sketches u working drawings professjonali.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Engineering (Electronics) 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120304G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: Physics, English, Computer Studies, Technical Design, Chemistry, Design and Technology. Other entry requirements: A medical certificate for Colour Blindness is a necessary requirement to attend for the course. At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Work safely, efficiently and effectively in the engineering workplace 2. Use mathematical concepts and principles related to electrical and mechanical sciences 3. Understand the function and operation of electrical and electronic system components 4. Install, test and configure PC hardware systems, components and software packages. Career opportunities: Assistant electronics technician Line setup technician

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The programme provides a basic work related qualification. It is also an opportunity to consider progression to higher level courses in the field of electrical and electronics engineering.

Il-programm iwassal għal kwalifika ta’ bażi li għandha rabta max-xogħol prattiku. Din hija opportunità tajba biex tikkunsidra tixtieqx tkompli tistudja l-inġinerija f’livelli ogħla.

The vocational content of the course is designed around the needs of the Electrical / Electronics Industry.

Il-kontenut vokazzjonali tal-kors jirrifletti l-ħtiġijiet tal-Industrija tal-Elettriku u l-Elettronika.

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MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Health and Social Care 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120906G

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A key skills programme, among which English and Mathematics, is also offered alongside this course in order to further improve your chances of success in achieving this diploma.

Dan il-kors jinkludi wkoll taħriġ fil-ħiliet, fosthom l-Ingliż u l-Matematika, li huma ta’ qofol għallprogress fl-istudju tiegħek u għall-akkwist taddiploma.

MQF LEVEL 3

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 3

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

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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 eżerċizzi li għandhom rabta sħiħa ma’ sitwazzjonijiet, attivitajiet u ħtiġijiet realistiċi.

Il-programm jittratta dwar l-għarfien bażiku u l-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

MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT 3

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120503G

Course Duration: 1 year full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST Foundation Certificate or 2 SEC/O-Level Passes Compulsory: Mathematics Preferred: English Language and one subject from Computing, Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Understand the fundamentals of computer hardware 2. Understand the fundamentals of communication and networks 3. Use multimedia graphic applications 4. Make use of basic techniques of programming and software development.

This course is the first step in a block of a threeyear training programme, designed to provide the necessary skills to work in the Computing Industry.

Dan il-kors huwa l-ewwel tarġa f’sensiela ta’ programmi ta’ tliet snin. Il-programm joffrilek għadd ta’ ħiliet li tkun teħtieġ biex tibda taħdem fl-Industrija tal-Kompjuter.

At this level of study, you will be introduced to fundamental subjects in both the networking and the software development areas. You will also be given the opportunity to upgrade your key skills.

F’dan il-livell ta’ studju, titgħallem is-suġġetti ta’ qofol kemm fil-qasam tan-networking kif ukoll f’dak tal-iżvilupp tas-software.

The course is a pre-requisite for the follow up two-year Level 4 Extended Diploma programme, which we strongly recommend if you intend to embark on a career in IT.

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MQF LEVEL 4

Certificate in Electrical Installation / Maintenance (C&G 2330)

Awarding Body: CITY & GUILDS More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120305GA

• Electrician

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120909G

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The MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) has been developed to prepare learners to work in carerelated careers in a professional capacity.

L-MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Care) għandha l-għan li tiżviluppalek dawk il-ħiliet prattiċi li teħtieġ biex taħdem fil-qasam tal-kura b’mod professjonali.

Il-programm huwa wieħed komprensiv u jiġbor fih numru ta’ suġġetti, jiġifieri, is-soċjoloġija, il-psikoloġija, l-istudji tal-komunikazzjoni, il-bioloġija umana u l-liġi. Il-kors irawwem fik il-ħiliet u l-għarfien li teħtieġ biex tkun tista’ taħdem fis-settur tal-kura.

This qualification prepares you for employment in care homes, in the fields of community work, in the voluntary sector and in homes for the elderly as senior care workers.

Din il-kwalifika tippreparak għall-impjieg fid-djar tal-kura, fl-oqsma tax-xogħol fil-komunità, fissettur tal-volontarjat u fid-djar tal-anzjani bħala senior care worker.

MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Software Development)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120504G

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics and Computer Studies Preferred: English Language and one subject from Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Design, implement and administer midsized computer networks 2. Assemble and troubleshoot computer hardware 3. Apply modern technologies in software development 4. Develop and maintain websites with interactive multimedia content. Career opportunities:

• Software tester • Programmer • Programme developer • Systems analyst

This intensive course aims to take further the knowledge and training you received at Level 3. It also provides you with the required skills to work in the IT Industry.

Dan il-kors intensiv għandu l-għan li jtejjiblek l-għarfien u t-taħriġ li tkun ħadt fil-kors tal-Livell 3. Jagħtik ukoll il-ħiliet meħtieġa biex tkun tista’ taħdem fl-industrija tal-IT.

In the second year of the course, you will specialize in Software Development. You will study those subjects which are relevant to the needs of Industry.

Fit-tieni sena tal-kors, tkun tista’ tispeċjalizza fisSoftware Develpment. Tistudja dawk is-suġġetti li huma rilevanti għall-ħtiġijiet tal-Industrija.

It is important to point out that you should only apply for this course if you have already successfully met the necessary entry prerequisites in order to be able to progress and complete the course successfully.

Importanti niġbdu l-attenzjoni li biex tkun tista’ tlaħħaq mal-istudju fuq dan il-kors, inti trid tkun ġa ssodisfajt ir-rekwiżiti stabbiliti għax b’hekk biss tkun kapaċi timxi ‘l quddiem u ttemm ilprogramm b’suċċess.

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MQF LEVEL 4

MCAST-BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (Networking and Systems Support)

Awarding Body: MCAST-BTEC More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120505G

Course Duration: 2 years full-time Fees: BTEC Registration Fees Entry Requirements: MCAST-BTEC Diploma in IT or 4 SEC/O-Level passes Compulsory: Mathematics and Computer Studies Preferred: English Language and one subject from Physics, Accounting and Business Studies At the end of the programme, you will be able to: 1. Design, implement and administer midsized computer networks 2. Assemble and troubleshoot computer hardware 3. Apply modern technologies in software development 4. Develop and maintain websites with interactive multimedia content. Career opportunities:

• Computer technician • Network administrator • Help desk and systems support technician

This intensive course aims to take further the knowledge and training received at Level 3 and to provide students with the required skills to work in the IT Industry. In the second year of the course, students will specialise in Networking and ICT Support. You will study subjects that are relevant to the needs of industry.

Dan il-kors intensiv għandu l-għan li jtejjeb l-għarfien u t-taħriġ li l-istudent ikun ħa fil-Livell 3 u jħejjik aħjar biex tkun tista’ taħdem flIndustrija tal-IT. Fit-tieni sena tal-kors, l-istudenti jispeċjalizzaw fin-Networking u fl-ICT Support. Tistudja suġġetti li huma rilevanti għall-ħtiġijiet tal-industrija.

Importanti niġbdu l-attenzjoni li biex tkun tista’ tlaħħaq mal-istudju fuq dan il-kors, inti trid tkun diġà ssodisfajt ir-rekwiżiti stabbiliti, għax b’hekk biss tkun kapaċi timxi ‘l quddiem u ttemm ilprogramm b’suċċess.

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AAT Diploma in Accounting

Awarding Body: Association of Accounting Technicians (UK) More info: www.mcast.edu.mt/120609G

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MQF LEVEL 5

METODU TA` APPLIKAZZJONI Din l-informazzjoni tapplika għall-korsijiet murija fil-Prospectus għall-Korsijiet offruti għall-2012/2013. Il-korsijiet tal-MCAST huma fuq diversi livelli. Foundation courses huma fit-tieni livell u l-ogħla korsijiet huma fis-sitt livell. It-triq kif tagħmel progress minn kors għall-ieħor kif tidher f’dan il-Prospectus hija dik applikabbli għas-sena 2012. Il-Kulleġġ jirriżerva d-dritt li jibdel din l-informazzjoni minn sena għall-oħra. Applikanti Ġodda - Kif tapplika 1. Hu kkunsidrat Applikant ġdid jekk ikun: Jew: Applikant li f’Ġunju 2012 ma kienx jattendi l-MCAST. Jew: Student li falla l-ewwel sena tal-kors u jixtieq jerġa’ jibda l-istess kors. Jew: Student li sa Ġunju 2012 kien jattendi kors l-MCAST u jixtieq jibda kors f’qasam differenti minn dak li spiċċa f’Ġunju.

7. Wara d-data tal-għeluq biex jidħlu l-applikazzjonijiet ma jiġi aċċettat l-ebda bdil fil-formoli ta’ applikazzjoni minbarra dawk ta’ dħul proviżorju meta jkunu ppreżentati r-riżultati li jaslu f’Awissu mill-Overseas Examining Boards. 8. Meta timtela l-Formola ta’ Applikazzjoni t-titolu ta’ Kors li wieħed ikun applika għalih u n-numru tal-kodiċi tal-Kors iridu jaqblu. Filkaż li ma jaqblux, hu n-numru tal-kodiċi li hu kkunsidrat bħala l-għażla tal-kors. 9. L-MCAST qed jagħmel l-almu tiegħu biex ikun Kulleġġ li joffri opportunitajiet indaqs lil kulħadd. Għaldaqstant jilqa’ fi ħdanu studenti bi bżonnijiet speċjali u li jsibu diffikultà biex jitgħallmu. Applikanti bi bżonnijiet speċjali għandhom:

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2. L-Applikanti kollha għandhom jimlew ilFormola ta’ Applikazzjoni uffiċjali.

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3. Applikazzjonijiet mingħajr ir-rekwiżiti ta’ dħul neċessarji kollha ma jiġux ipproċessati.

ikollhom il-kwalifikazzjonijiet meħtieġa għad-dħul ikunu ddiskutew il-bżonnijiet tagħhom ma’ xi membru tat-Taqsima għall-Inklużjoni fitTagħlim (IEU) qabel jitfgħu l-applikazzjoni jipproduċu evidenza professjonali riċenti bil-miktub dwar il-kundizzjoni speċjali tagħhom jipproduċu dokumenti professjonali riċenti dwar rekwiżiti speċjali biex isegwu l-kors.

4. Grades 5/C jew aħjar huma kkunsidrati bħala O’level passes. Fil-każ ta’ ‘O’ level passes filMalti, it-Taljan u r-Reliġjon huma aċċettati biss riżultati tas-SEC.

5. Applikanti li għamlu eżamijiet ta’ Overseas Examining Boards u li fil-ħin meta jintlaqgħu l-applikazzjonijiet ikunu għadhom jistennew ir-riżultati, jistgħu jissottomettu applikazzjoni proviżorja (jimmarkaw is-suġġetti b’ittra P) li tiġi kkunsidrata jekk ir-riżultati jiġu ppreżentati sal-aħħar ġimgħa t’Awissu.

Għażla ta’ Applikanti u Informazzjoni Oħra 1. Studenti li f’Lulju 2011 ikunu temmew b’suċċess kors fl-MCAST u japplikaw biex isegwu kors ogħla fl-istess qasam ta’ studju jingħataw prijorita’ fuq dawk l-applikanti li applikaw għall-istess kors minn barra l-MCAST.

6. Ebda dħul proviżorju ta’ suġġetti ma jiġi aċċettat wara d-data tal-għeluq biex jidħlu l-applikazzjonijiet.

Biex tagħmel appuntament biex titkellem fuq il-bżonnijiet speċjali qabel ma tapplika għal xi kors ċempel dirett lill-IEU fuq 21423754 jew liċ-Ċentru tal-Informazzjoni fuq 23987000.

2. Wara d-data tal-għeluq, ma jiġux aċċettati applikazzjonijiet.

3. a) Meta n-numru ta’ postijiet disponibbli f’kors hu limitat u n-numru tal-applikanti li jissodisfaw ir-rekwiżiti tad-dħul jaqbeż in-numru ta’ postijiet disponibbli, isir ordni tal-mertu fost l-applikanti. b) Aptitude Tests u/jew Interviews - Filkażi fejn hemm bżonn aptitude test u/ jew interview, l-għażla tal-istudenti tkun ibbażata fuq in-numru ta’ punti miksuba skond il-kwalifiċi wara li jkunu għaddew mit-test u/jew l-interview. c) Initial Assessment Tests - L-istudenti jingħażlu għall-kors ta’ Livell 1 jew Livell 2 skont ir-riżultat tal-Initial Assessment Tests. 4. Il-gradi kollha ta’ riżultati ta’ eżamijiet huma allokati numru ta’ punti kif jidher fit-tabella ta’ hawn taħt: Livell Ordinarju

Livell Intermedju

Livell Avvanzat

Grad

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Ċertifikati sħaħ u Diplomi sat-tielet livell jieħdu dawn il-punti: MCAST, BTEC, C&G, oħrajn Overall Grade Cert.Level 2

Pass

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Cert/Diploma Level 3

Cert/Diploma Level 4

Cert/Diploma Level 5

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Average Mark 50 - 69% = Pass 70 - 89 % = Merit 90 - 100% = Distinction

Ebda suġġett jew l-ekwivalenti tiegħu ma jista’ jingħadd darbtejn iżda l-ogħla grad jew livell fis-suġġett hu kkunsidrat.

5. L-Applikanti għandhom jippreżentaw l-oriġinali u l-kopji tad-dokumenti msemmija meta jintalbu. Karta tal-Identità valida Ċertifikat tat-Tluq tal-Iskola Ċertifikat tal-kwalifiki msemmija flApplikazzjoni. 6. Wara li Applikant ikun ikkunsidrat eliġibbli għal kors, in-numru ta’ punti jinħadem skond ir-rekwiżiti tal-kors. a) Il-punti totali għal suġġetti Obbligatorji hu multiplikat b’5.

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b) Il-punti totali għal suġġetti Preferuti hu multiplikat bi 3. ċ) Meta jkun hemm għażla fil-lista ta’ Suġġetti Obbligatorji, dawk bl-ogħla gradi huma multiplikati b’5. Passes oħra obbligatorji addizzjonali huma kkunsidrati bħala suġġetti Preferuti. Il-passes l-oħra kollha jingħataw in-numru relattiv ta’ punti tagħhom.

d) It-total tal-punti kollha li jikseb l-Applikant jindika l-post fl-ordni tal-mertu għad-dħul fil-kors. 7. Sakemm jinbena qafas universali għal APL, il-kwalifiki meħtieġa kif jidhru biss filProspectus għal korsijiet speċifiċi huma aċċettati. 8. L-Applikanti kollha li jkunu offruti post biex jibdew kors tintbagħtilhom Formola ta’ Aċċettazzjoni għar-Reġistrazzjoni. Din ilFormola ta’ Reġistrazzjoni għandha timtela u tingħata personalment fl-Uffiċċju tarReġistratur fiż-żmien stipulat, bid-dokumenti meħtieġa. Jekk dan ma jsirx, il-post offrut fil-kors jista’ jingħata lil Applikant ieħor li jkun fil-lista ta’ dawk li jkunu qed jistennew.

13. Meta n-numru ta’ Applikanti għal xi kors ma jkunx vijabbli, il-Kulleġġ jirriżerva d-dritt li ma joffrihx u l-Applikanti jingħataw l-opportunità li jibdlu l-għażla tagħhom. 14. It-terminu ‘part-time fuq apprendistat’ użata f’dan il-Prospectus ifisser li student jattendi numru ta’ ġranet jew ġimgħat l-Istitut u l-bqija tal-ġimgħa jew tas-sena jkun sponsorjat fuq il-post tax-xogħol bl-għajnuna tal-ETC.

15. L-istudenti li jissodisfaw dawn il-kundizzjonijiet jistgħu japplikaw biex jigu kkunsidrati jagħmlu korsijiet mal-MCAST bħala studenti maturi: - Ikollhom fil-pussess tagħhom School Leaving Certificate

9. Applikant jista’ jiddelega persuna oħra biex tippreżenta l-Formola tal-Applikazzjoni jew tar-Reġistrazzjoni sakemm il-persuna delegata tippreżenta l-Karta tal-Identità tagħha u talApplikant.

- Għalqu sad-data tal-applikazzjoni: a) 23 sena għad-dħul fi programmi fil-livell 5 tal-Qafas Nazzjonali tal-Kwalifiki; b) 21 sena għad-dħul fi programmi fil-livelli 3 u 4 tal-Qafas Nazzjonali tal-Kwalifiki;

10. Jekk wara l-ewwel sejħa għal applikazzjonijiet ikun hemm korsijiet fejn ikun hemm postijiet għadhom disponibbli, ikun hemm sejħiet oħra għal applikazzjonijiet. Jekk wara t-tieni sejħa ta’ applikazzjonijiet ikun għad fadal postijiet vakanti, dawn jiġu offruti fuq bażi “first come first served”.

- Juru li jistgħu jibbenefikaw u kapaċi jsegwu l-kors waqt intervista li ssirilhom apposta.

11. Kull applikazzjoni biex wieħed jibda kors jew kull talba għal bidla ta’ kors għandha tgħaddi mill-Uffiċċju tar-Reġistratur u ma tkunx aċċettata wara data li jaqbel fuqha l-Kunsill tal-Istituti. 12. Kull informazzjoni sottomessa fil-Formola ta’ Applikazzjoni tista’ tkun mogħtija lid-dipartimenti differenti fl-MCAST u dipartimenti differenti tal-Gvern u tintuża għal finijiet ta’ statistika u gwida.

L-istudenti magħżula jiġu msejħa għal intervista biex jiġi stabbilit jekk il-kors huwiex addattat għalihom. Il-Bord tal-Għażla jista’ jitlob lil dawk magħżula biex joqogħdu għal studji addizzjonali bħala kundizzjoni talgħażla. Il-Bord jista’ jirrakkomanda kors aktar addattat għall-Applikant. L-istudenti huma mħeġġa biex javviċinaw lillIstitut jew is-servizzi tal-Career Guidance minn qabel ma jilħqu l-età għall-kwalifika hawn fuq.

16. Min japplika għall-korsijiet fl-Livell 1 jew 2 irid joqgħod għall-Initial Assessment Tests fil-Malti, Ingliż u Matematika. Dawk l-istudenti li juru l-bżonn ta’ għajnuna addizzjonali jiġu ggwidati biex isegwu l-kors li jwassal għaċċertifikat fil-Livell 1.

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METHOD OF APPLICATION accepted after the closing date for the receipt of applications.

This information applies to courses shown on the Prospectus for Courses offered in 2012/2013. MCAST courses are at different levels. Foundation courses are at level two and the highest courses are at level six. The progression routes as shown on the diagrams are those applicable to September 2012. The College reserves the right to change this information and these routes at any point it deems appropriate. New Applicants - Method of Application 1. A new Applicant is Either: An Applicant who in June 2012 was not attending a course at MCAST. Or: A student who failed the first year of a course and wishes to reapply to start the same course. Or: A student who up to June 2012 attended a course at MCAST and wishes to start another course, not through progression, or to start another course in a different area of study.

7. After the closing date for the receipt of applications no changes in application forms are accepted except for results for Provisional exams of Overseas Boards. 8. When filling in the Application form the Title of a Course applied for and the Course Code number must agree. In case they do not agree it is the Code number that is considered as the choice of course. 9. MCAST strives to be an equal opportunity College and therefore welcomes students with learning difficulties and disabilities. Special needs students are required to:

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2. All Applicants must fill in the official Application Form. 3. Applications without all the necessary entry requirements are not processed. 4. Grades 5/C or better are considered as ‘O’level passes. In the case of ‘O’ level passes in Maltese, Italian and Religion only the SEC results are accepted. 5. Applicants who sat for examinations of Overseas Examination Boards and at the time of receipt of applications are still waiting for results, may submit a provisional application (subjects marked with a P), as long as the results are presented by the end of the last week in August. 6. No provisional entry of subjects will be

on a course is limited and the number of Applicants who satisfy the entry requirements and choose the course exceeds the number of available places, an order of merit is drawn for all Applicants choosing the course.

Have the necessary entry qualifications Discuss their needs with MCAST Inclusive Education Unit (IEU) lecturer before submitting the application form Produce recent professional evidence in writing concerning their special requirements to follow the course Produce recent professional documents on their special requirements to follow the course.

For an appointment to discuss your special needs please phone the Inclusive Education Unit on 21423754 or the Information Centre on 23987000.

Selection of Applicants and Further Information 1. Students who in July 2011 successfully completed a course at MCAST and apply to progress to a higher course in the same area of study will be given priority over those Applicants who apply for the same course from outside MCAST. 2. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 3. a) When the number of places available

b) Aptitude Tests and/or Interviews - In those cases where an aptitude test and/or an interview is carried out, the admission of students will be based on the number of points acquired on the basis of their qualifications after having passed the test and/or interview. c) Initial Assessment Tests - Students are selected for the Level 1 or Level 2 course on the result obtained in the Initial Assessment Tests. 4. All grades of SEC, ‘O’ level, Advanced and Intermediate level examination results are allocated a number of points as shown in the table below; Ordinary Level

Intermediate Level

Advanced Level

Grade

Points

Grade

Points

Grade

Points

1/A

3/B

5/C

Full Certificates and Diplomas up to level 3 receive the following number of points: MCAST, BTEC, C&G, others Overall Grade

Pass

Merit

Distinction

Cert.Level 2

Cert/Diploma Level 3

Cert/Diploma Level 4

Cert/Diploma Level 5

128

160

Average Mark 50 - 69% = Pass 70 - 89 % = Merit 90 - 100% = Distinction

No subject/Certificate/Diploma and its equivalent may be counted twice but the higher grade or level is considered.

5. All Applicants must produce the original and photocopies of the following when requested: Valid ID Card School Leaving Certificate Examination Certificates Results of qualifications claimed on application. 6. After an Applicant is considered eligible for a course the number of points is worked according to the course requirements. a) The total points for Compulsory subjects is multiplied by 5.

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b) The total points for Preferred subjects is multiplied by 3. c) When there is a choice within the list of Compulsory Subjects the ones with the highest grades are multiplied by 5. Any additional passes in compulsory subjects are considered as Preferred subjects. All other passes are given their relative number of points. d) The total of all the points obtained by an Applicant indicates the place in the order of

merit for admission into a course. 7. Until a universal framework for an APL policy is in place only the stated prior learning qualifications as shown on the Prospectus for the specific courses are accepted. 8. All Applicants that are offered a place to start a course are informed to complete a Registration Form and produce any documents as necessary.This official Registration Form must be completed and handed at the Office of the Registrar within the stipulated time together with original documents and their photocopies. Failing this the place offered on the course may be assigned to another Applicant on the waiting list.

14. The term ‘part-time on an apprenticeship’ as used in the Prospectus means that a student attends a number of days or weeks at an Institute and the rest of the week or year is sponsored at a place of work with the help of ETC. 15. Students who satisfy the following conditions may apply for consideration to join MCAST programmes as mature students: - Be in possession of the School Leaving Certificate - Have on the date of application: a) attained the age of 23 years for entry to programmes at MQC Level 5 on the National Qualifications Framework.

9. An Applicant may delegate another person to present their Application or Registration Form as long as the delegated person presents his/ her original Identity Card together with the original Identity Card of the Applicant. 10. If after the first call for applications there are courses where places are still available there will be other calls for applications. Any places remaining after the second call will be offered on a first come first served basis.

b) attained the age of 21 years for entry to programmes at Levels 3 and 4 on the National Qualifications Framework. - Demonstrate that they stand to benefit and show that they are able to follow the programme through an interview held for the purpose.

Shortlisted persons will be called for an interview to assess their suitability for the chosen programme. The Selection Board may require candidates to undertake additional studies as part of their acceptance. The Board may recommend an alternative programme where it considers it appropriate.

Students are advised to approach the respective Institute / Career Guidance Services well in advance to the qualifying age above.

11. Any application to join a course or any request to change a course must go through the Office of the Registrar and will not be accepted beyond a date agreed upon by the Council of Institutes. 12. All information submitted on the Application Form may be shared with different departments within MCAST and other government departments for statistical and guidance purposes. 13. When the number of applicants for a course is not viable, the College reserves the right not to offer the course and applicants will be given the opportunity to change their option.

16. Applicants for level 1 and Level 2 programmes will be required to sit for the Initial Assessment Test in Maltese, English and Mathematics. Students found to require significant support will be guided to join the Level 1 Introductory Certificate course.

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APPLIKAZZJONIJIET GĦAD-DEGREES VOKAZZJONALI TAL-MCAST Applications for MCAST Vocational Degrees

1. Applikanti li jkollhom fil-pussess tagħhom l-MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) kif jinsab fil-prospett huma eliġibbli li japplikaw. Mis-sena 2013 dawn l-applikanti iridu jkunu temmew b’suċċess il-units kollha matul is-sentejn tal-kors, jiġifieri, mingħajr ma jkunu rrepetew xi sena.

1. Applicants in possession of the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) as set out in the prospectus are eligible to apply. As from 2013 such applicants must have successfully completed all units within the normal two years of study, that is, without having repeated a year.

2. Applikanti b’HNDs ekwivalenti maħruġa minn Istituzzjonijiet ta’ Edukazzjoni Ogħla jistgħu jiġu kkunsidrati.

2. Applicants with equivalent HNDs from approved Further Education Institutions may be considered for eligibility.

3. Normalment, l-Applikanti jrid ikollhom minimu ta’ 106 punti biex jiġu kkunsidrati għadDegrees Vokazzjonali tal-MCAST. Il-punti jiġu allokati b’dan il-mod: Distinzjoni 10 punti, Mertu 8 punti, Pass 6 punti.

3. Applicants must normally have a minimum of 106 points to be considered for admission to the MCAST Vocational Degrees. Points will be allocated as follows: Distinction 10 points, Merit 8 points and Pass 6 points.

4. Studenti b’mhux inqas minn 102 punt flimkien ma’ 48 xahar ta’ esperjenza f’xogħol relatat wara li jkunu temmew b’suċċess l-istudju tal-HND jistgħu japplikaw. L-applikanti jingħataw punt wieħed għal kull sena sħiħa ta’ esperjenza sa massimu ta’ 4 punti.

4. Students with not less than 102 points together with 48 months of related work experience after acquiring the HND may apply. Candidates will be allocated 1 point for every full year of experience to a maximum of 4 points.

5. L-MCAST jipprova jakkomoda lill-Applikanti kollha. Fejn dan mhux possibbli, tinħadem ordni ta’ mertu.

5. MCAST will try to accommodate all eligible Applicants. When this is not possible, an order of merit will be issued.

6. F’dawk il-każi fejn l-Applikanti jġibu punti ndaqs, is-suġġetti li huma core jingħataw punti doppji għal kull grad ta’ Mertu u punti triplu għal kull grad ta’ Distinzjoni. Filkaż li l-Applikanti jibqgħu ndaqs, jittieħdu inkonsiderazzjoni l-ewwel in-numru ta’ gradi ta’ Distinzjoni u wara n-numru ta’ gradi ta’ Mertu miksuba mill-Applikant. Fil-każi fejn l-Applikanti jerġgħu jibqgħu bl-istess punti, l-ewwel tittieħed in konsiderazzjoni l-età talapplikant u wara n-numru ta’ applikazzjonijiet sottomessi.

6. In case of Applicants with the same number of points, core subjects will be given double points for Merit and triple points for Distinction. In the case of equal points, the number of overall Distinctions and thereafter the number of Merits obtained will be taken into consideration. In case of a further tie the Applicant’s age will be considered first, followed by the number of any previous applications submitted.

Progress mill-korsijiet ta’ Livell 1, 2 u 3 Progression from Levels 1, 2 and 3

Mis–sena akkademika 2013-2014 l-istudenti li japplikaw biex jipprogressaw minn xi wieħed mill-korsijiet ta’ Livell 1 u Livell 2 irid ikollhom iċ-ċertifikat sħiħ tal-Keyskills maħruġ millMCAST jew ekwivalenti, fejn juru li għaddew mill-Malti, l-Ingliż, l-Matematika, l-IT u l-Personal Development. L-MCAST jista’ jaċċetta applikazzjonijiet mingħand studenti li ma jkollhomx dan iċ-ċertifikat taħt kundizzjonijiet li l-Council of Institutes jikkunsidra neċessarji.

As from academic year 2013-2014 students who apply to progress from any of the Level 1 and Level 2 programmes will be required to provide the full Keyskills certificate issued by MCAST or its equivalent and showing passes in Maltese, English, Mathematics, IT and Personal Development. MCAST may accept applications from students without the certificate subject to further conditions as the Council of Institutes may consider necessary.

Applikanti għal programmi ta’ Livell 4 iridu jippreżentaw iċ-ċertifikat fil-Keyskills fejn juru li għaddew mill-Malti, l-Ingliż, il-Matematika, l-IT, ilPersonal Development u x-Xjenza u Teknologija. L-MCAST jista’ jaċċetta applikazzjonijiet mingħand studenti li ma jkollhomx dan iċċertifikat taħt kundizzjonijiet li l-Council of Institutes jikkunsidra neċessarji.

Applicants for all Level 4 programmes will be required to provide the Level 3 Keyskills certificate showing passes in Maltese, English, Mathematics, IT, Science and Technology, and Personal Development. MCAST may accept applications from students without the certificate subject to further conditions as the Council of Institutes may consider necessary.

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MALTA’S NATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORK FOR LIFELONG LEARNING* 8

DOCTORAL DEGREE

MASTER’S DEGREE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

VET HIGHER DIPLOMA

MATRICULATION CERTIFICATE ADVANCED LEVEL - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

VET DIPLOMA

4 (e)

GENERAL EDUCATION - LEVEL 3 SEC GRADE 1-5

VET LEVEL 3

3 (d)

GENERAL EDUCATION - LEVEL 2 SEC Grade 6-7

VET LEVEL 2

2 (c)

GENERAL EDUCATION - LEVEL 2 SEC Grade 6-7

VET LEVEL 1

1 (a/b)

VET stands for Vocational Education and Training

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