Course summary
This is a two-year part-time programme, in which a Higher National Certificate (HTQ) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering is completed. With a career in Electrical Engineering as your chosen route, this level 4 course offers students wishing to follow this pathway, both the higher level knowledge, theoretical aspects of mechanical science and design and also the understanding of how this is applied in industry. This qualification will suit students wishing to apply for higher technical level employment with a view to moving into engineering management posts. On completion of this accredited course you will receive a Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Mechatronic awarded by Pearsons. On successful completion of the HNC (HTQ) course, you may continue to the level 5 HND (HTQ). Once you have achieved the HND, you will be able to apply to study for a further year to obtain a full degree at university. This qualification is well regarded throughout the industry and the academic world. Career opportunities include managerial and technical positions in mechanical or electrical engineering All lecturers teaching this course hold a PCGE or equivalent qualification in education and have their Level 6 qualification in Mechatronics. The lecturers at Tameside College in the engineering department hold at least 5 years of relevant industrial experience.
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Modules
Unit 1 Engineering Design Unit 2 Engineering Maths Unit 4 Managing a Professional Engineering Project Unit 14 Production Engineering for Manufacture Unit 17 Quality and Process Improvement Unit 63 Engineering Mechanics and Materials Unit 64 Analogue and Digital Electronics Unit 85 Mechatronic Systems in Manufacturing
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://he.tameside.ac.uk/course/htq-in-mechatronics-year1-pt-cert
Additional entry requirements
Interview
We welcome applicants who do not match standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate the ability to study this subject at university level and who can evidence relevant experience. An interview is required to ascertain prior achievement.
Other
You are expected to hold GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or equivalent.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £2978 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £2978 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £2978 | Year 1 |
Wales | £2978 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Tameside College
Beaufort Road
Ashton under Lyne
OL6 6NX