BTEC National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

The Course

The course is designed for students who wish to become technician engineers or who wish to increase their academic studies en route to a university Degree course. The Diploma is an alternative to the A Level route and is a vocationally based course.

Course Content

Typical subjects studied are:

Science and Mathematics
Thermodynamics & Fluid Mechanics
Engineering Design/Project
Electrical & Electronic Principles
Technical Drawing & Computer Aided Drawing & Design
Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
Machining
Materials Engineering
Quality Assurance & Control
Secondary Forming Processes
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Business Systems & Communication

Progression/Careers

You can progress to a Degree or Higher National Diploma course. Alternatively, you can enter employment by way of an apprenticeship in the mechanical engineering or manufacturing field at technician engineer level and return to the College to gain a Level 4 Higher National Certificate.

Entry Requirements

Normally four GCSEs at A-C, including Maths and Science, or BTEC First Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
Successful interview.

Applications

Complete the application form obtainable from the College and send it to:

Admissions Office
Northbrook College
Freepost 975
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU

Click here for more information about how to apply and to download an application form

Further Details

If you would like further information about this course or any other courses offered by Northbrook College please contact 0845 155 60 60