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HNC Process Modules (Edexcel)
HNC in Process Engineering Modules by distance learning – Course Contents
HNC – Process Engineering – Edexcel
It should also be said that each of these HN modules are stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are also often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression. They are more commonly used as part of the HNC / HND engineering framework award by Pearson Edexcel.
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Process Engineering (accredited by Edexcel) provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment or further education at degree level.
The course is designed for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in the process engineering sector, manufacture, maintenace and testing. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.
What you study
You study 8 units chosen to cover the range of needs of local and national industries and business.
The HNC provides a sound understanding of all key principles including core modules in Safety Engineering, Analytical Methods, Engineering Science and a project. Further specialist subjects may include Instrumentation & Control Principles and the Measurement of Process Variables.
How you learn
You are provided with a self-contained comprehensive study pack for each of the modules. Each module consists of a folder or folders containing a series of lessons grouped into topics. Each lesson has an introduction, your aims, study advice, self-assessment questions and a summary.
It is important that you realise that open learning study requires a considerable degree of self-discipline. You must be prepared to devote both time and effort to studying not withstanding other distractions that may be present.
How you are assessed
Assessment is by a range of integrated assignments, case studies, and projects completion of these assessments is negotiated with your module tutor.
Professional accreditation
The HNC programme is a nationally recognised qualification awarded under licence from Edexcel.
Career opportunities
Students who complete this course can usually progress to the 1st year of an appropriate degree at a UK University.
An HNC award opens up the possibility of a career in a wide range of engineering disciplines including design, manufacturing, project management and IT. The qualification provides you with the opportunity to seek career development into senior positions in national and international companies.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally have a SQA or BTEC National Certificate in a similar or related discipline or GCSE A level qualifications in mathematics or science. Relevant engineering experience will also be considered.
For mature students with appropriate work experience a ‘bridging’ programme in mathematics may be required.
The HNC in Process Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 8 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Engineering Science
- Project
- Safety Engineering
Optional modules:
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Control Systems and Automation
- Distributed Control Systems
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer and Combustion
- Instrumentation and Control Principles
- Materials Engineering
- Measurement of Process Variables
- Plant Services
Modules offered may vary.
HNC in Process Engineering Brief Module Description:
Analytical Method for Engineers
The primary aim of this module is to provide you with the fundamental analytical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully complete the core modules of Higher National Engineering programmes.
It is also intended as a base for the further study of analytical methods and mathematics, needed for more advanced option modules. The module is designed to enable you to use fundamental algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics and probability, for the analysis, modelling and solution of realistic engineering problems at Higher National level.
Engineering Science
The aim of this module is to investigate a number of major scientific principles which underpin the design and operation of engineering systems.
It is a broad-based unit, covering both mechanical and electrical principles. Its intention is to give you an overview which will provide you with the basis for further study in specialist areas of engineering.
Project
This module develops your ability to use the knowledge and skills that you have developed at work and/or on the course to complete a realistic work project. It aims to integrate the skills and knowledge developed in other modules within a major piece of work that reflects the type of performance expected of a higher technician at work.
Safety Engineering
This module covers the fundamentals of contemporary Safety Engineering as applied to industrial processes. It consists of an introduction to the terminology, the nature and treatment of hazards, hazard analysis, risk assessment, emergency procedures and the application of protective measures associated with various hazards.
The main aims of the module are to provide a firm foundation for work in Safety Engineering and to act a basis for more advanced studies of safety practices.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment comprises a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements.
Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
The aim of this module is to extend students’ knowledge and understanding of fluid power systems in modern industry by investigating pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams, examining the characteristics of components and equipment, and evaluating the applications of pneumatics and hydraulics.
Business Management Techniques
This module develops your knowledge and understanding of the functions, structures and inter-relationships of an engineering business. It enables you to develop and apply the skills of costing, financial planning and control associated with engineered products or services.
The module also teaches you to appreciate the development of the fundamental concepts of project planning and scheduling that can be applied within an engineering organisation.
Control Systems and Automation
This module is intended to give students an insight into the principles of control engineering and how these principles can be used to model engineering systems and processes.
Distributed Control Systems
The aim of this module is to investigate Distributed Control System concepts and their applications in engineering. It focuses on the design characteristics and internal architecture of Distributed Control Systems and how they interact.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment is a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements
Engineering Applications
Engineering Design
The aim of this module is to give you an opportunity to experience the process of carrying out a design project. It will enable you to appreciate that design involves synthesising parameters which will affect the design solution.
Engineering Thermodynamics
The aim of this module is to introduce you to the principles and laws of thermodynamics and their application to engineering thermodynamic systems. It covers system definition, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, heat engine cycles, the measurement of engine performance and the layout and performance of steam plant.
Fluid Mechanics
You investigate problems related to the storage of water in bulk and to its conveyance in known quantities through pipelines, rivers and open channels. You use your knowledge of the basic properties of water at rest and in motion for this, and consider the natural water cycle (hydrological cycle) and how humans have interacted with it to produce the hydrosocial cycle for our own use and benefit.
Rainfall is a major component of the hydrological cycle and the module provides an insight into rainfall types, rainfall losses and rainfall runoff. Water and wastewater treatment are also introduced, along with topics such as the hydrological cycle, rainfall, fluid statics, pipe flow and channel flow.
Heat Transfer and Combustion
This module is intended to develop students’ knowledge of principles and empirical relationships to enable them to solve practical problems involving heat transfer, combustion and the specification of practical engineering equipment.
Instrumentation & Control Principles
This module establishes the principles of instrumentation and control. It follows in detail the generation of a signal from the process variable via a range of possible transducers, its subsequent conditioning and transmission, and final presentation to an output actuator or valve. The module also analyses control systems and the techniques used in process loop tuning.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment is a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements
Materials Engineering
The aim of this module is to provide you with basic background knowledge and understanding of the properties, selection, processing and use of materials.
Measurement of Process Variables
Level, pressure, flow and temperature are the most common industrial process variables and the aim of this module is to provide an understanding of the principles of measurement of these variables and describe the associated measuring systems and instruments.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment is a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements.
Plant Services
HNC Petroleum Modules (Edexcel)
HNC in Petroleum Engineering Modules by distance learning – Course Contents
HNC – petroleum Engineering – Edexcel
It should also be said that each of these HN modules are stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are also often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression. They are more commonly used as part of the HNC / HND engineering framework award by Pearson Edexcel.
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Petroleum Engineering (accredited by Edexcel) provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment or further education at degree level.
The course is designed for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.
What you study
You study 8 units chosen to cover the range of needs of local and national industries and business.
The HNC provides a sound understanding of all key principles including core modules in Electrical Principles, Analytical Methods, Engineering Science and a project. Further specialist subjects may include Programmable Logic Controllers and Electronics
How you learn
You are provided with a self-contained comprehensive study pack for each of the modules. Each module consists of a folder or folders containing a series of lessons grouped into topics. Each lesson has an introduction, your aims, study advice, self-assessment questions and a summary.
It is important that you realise that open learning study requires a considerable degree of self-discipline. You must be prepared to devote both time and effort to studying not withstanding other distractions that may be present.
How you are assessed
Assessment is by a range of integrated assignments, case studies, and projects completion of these assessments is negotiated with your module tutor.
Professional accreditation
The HNC programme is a nationally recognised qualification awarded under licence from Edexcel.
Career opportunities
Students who complete this course can usually progress to the 1st year of an appropriate degree at a UK University.
An HNC award opens up the possibility of a career in a wide range of engineering disciplines including design, manufacturing, project management and IT. The qualification provides you with the opportunity to seek career development into senior positions in national and international companies.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally have a SQA or BTEC National Certificate in a similar or related discipline or GCSE A level qualifications in mathematics or science. Relevant engineering experience will also be considered.
For mature students with appropriate work experience a ‘bridging’ programme in mathematics may be required.
The HNC in Petroleum Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 8 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Petroleum Production Engineering
- Petroleum Processing Engineering
- Project
Optional modules:
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Engineering Applications
- Distributed Control Systems
- Heat Transfer and Combustion
- Analytical Instrumentation
- Measurement of Process Variables
- Petroleum Facilities Emergency Shut Down Systems
- Mass Transfer Operations
- Business Management Techniques
- Engineering Applications
- Petroleum Refinery Engineering
- Engineering Design
- Instrumentation and Control Principles
- Control Systems and Automation
- Safety Engineering
Modules offered may vary.
HNC in Petroleum Engineering Brief Module Description:
Analytical Methods for Engineers
The primary aim of this module is to provide you with the fundamental analytical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully complete the core modules of Higher National Engineering programmes.
It is also intended as a base for the further study of analytical methods and mathematics, needed for more advanced option modules. The module is designed to enable you to use fundamental algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics and probability, for the analysis, modelling and solution of realistic engineering problems at Higher National level.
Electrical and Electronic Principles
We cover the fundamentals of electrical circuit theory, analysis of electrical circuits, give you an understanding of simple analogue and digital circuits and an appreciation of their application to engineering problems.
We look at voltage, current, power, energy, resistance and impedance. Also, magnetic fields and inductance, electric fields and capacitance, Kirchhoff’s Laws. We examine time varying voltages and currents, effects on inductors and capacitors, sinusoidal voltage and current use of symbolic notation.
You also study power, reactive power and apparent power, circuit analysis techniques, mesh and nodal analysis, transistors and properties of amplifiers.
Our primary method of teaching is lectures supported by laboratory sessions, tutorials, problem solving and directed learning.
You learn how to:
- understand and use key elements of electrical and electronic theory
- apply given tools in the solution of well defined electrical and electronic engineering problems
- apply numerical skills to simple electrical and electronic engineering problems
- use basic IT tools and specialist software to solve simple electrical and electronic engineering problems.
The aim of this module is to investigate a number of major scientific principles which underpin the design and operation of engineering systems.
It is a broad-based unit, covering both mechanical and electrical principles. Its intention is to give you an overview which will provide you with the basis for further study in specialist areas of engineering.
This module develops your ability to use the knowledge and skills that you have developed at work and/or on the course to complete a realistic work project. It aims to integrate the skills and knowledge developed in other modules within a major piece of work that reflects the type of performance expected of a higher technician at work.
Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
The aim of this module is to extend students’ knowledge and understanding of fluid power systems in modern industry by investigating pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams, examining the characteristics of components and equipment, and evaluating the applications of pneumatics and hydraulics.
Business Management Techniques
This module develops your knowledge and understanding of the functions, structures and inter-relationships of an engineering business. It enables you to develop and apply the skills of costing, financial planning and control associated with engineered products or services.
The module also teaches you to appreciate the development of the fundamental concepts of project planning and scheduling that can be applied within an engineering organisation.
Control Systems and Automation
This module is intended to give students an insight into the principles of control engineering and how these principles can be used to model engineering systems and processes.
The aim of this module is to investigate Distributed Control System concepts and their applications in engineering. It focuses on the design characteristics and internal architecture of Distributed Control Systems and how they interact.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment is a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements
You study electrical machines and cover all the major machines: DC, induction, and synchronous, as well as some special machines including stepper and variable reluctance motors.
You also perform in-depth investigations into machine performance and operation characteristics, in both analytical and experimental methods, using laboratory setups and software packages (Pspice & Matlab) for the analysis of DC and AC machine performance during practical sessions.
To extend the depth of your understanding of analogue electronics, especially in the context of integrated circuits, this module covers the interaction of circuit segments (loading), temperature dependence and device variability, and how to robustly design around these problems.
You use the ‘library’ of common configurations to build larger circuits and to see how integration and component matching facilitates complex general and application-specific circuits, with examples drawn from the variety of analogue devices currently available.
Laboratories enable you to perform analysis, simulation and synthesis of relevant circuit configurations, both using components on Breadboard and by simulation in SPICE.
The aim of this module is to give you an opportunity to experience the process of carrying out a design project. It will enable you to appreciate that design involves synthesising parameters which will affect the design solution.
This module covers the fundamentals of contemporary Safety Engineering as applied to industrial processes. It consists of an introduction to the terminology, the nature and treatment of hazards, hazard analysis, risk assessment, emergency procedures and the application of protective measures associated with various hazards.
The main aims of the module are to provide a firm foundation for work in Safety Engineering and to act a basis for more advanced studies of safety practices.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment comprises a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements.
HNC Metals & Materials Modules (Edexcel)
HNC in Metal & Materials Engineering Modules by distance learning – Course Contents
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HNC – Metals & Materials Engineering – Edexcel
It should also be said that each of these HN modules are stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are also often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression. They are more commonly used as part of the HNC / HND engineering framework award by Pearson Edexcel.
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Metals and Materials Engineering (accredited by Edexcel) provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment or further education at degree level.
The course is designed for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.
What you study
You study 8 units chosen to cover the range of needs of local and national industries and business.
The HNC provides a sound understanding of all key principles including core modules in Electrical Principles, Analytical Methods, Engineering Science and a project. Further specialist subjects may include Programmable Logic Controllers and Electronics
How you learn
You are provided with a self-contained comprehensive study pack for each of the modules. Each module consists of a folder or folders containing a series of lessons grouped into topics. Each lesson has an introduction, your aims, study advice, self-assessment questions and a summary.
It is important that you realise that open learning study requires a considerable degree of self-discipline. You must be prepared to devote both time and effort to studying not withstanding other distractions that may be present.
How you are assessed
Assessment is by a range of integrated assignments, case studies, and projects completion of these assessments is negotiated with your module tutor.
Professional accreditation
The HNC programme is a nationally recognised qualification awarded under licence from Edexcel.
Career opportunities
Students who complete this course can usually progress to the 1st year of an appropriate degree at a UK University.
An HNC award opens up the possibility of a career in a wide range of engineering disciplines including design, manufacturing, project management and IT. The qualification provides you with the opportunity to seek career development into senior positions in national and international companies.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally have a SQA or BTEC National Certificate in a similar or related discipline or GCSE A level qualifications in mathematics or science. Relevant engineering experience will also be considered.
For mature students with appropriate work experience a ‘bridging’ programme in mathematics may be required.
The HNC in Metal & Materials Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 8 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Engineering Science
- Project
Optional modules:
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Combinational and Sequential Logic
- Control Systems and Automation
- Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits
- Distributed Control Systems
- Electrical Machines
- Electrical Services
- Electrical Supply and Distribution Systems
- Electrical System Protection
- Electromagnetic Compatibility
- Electronics
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Lighting
- Mechatronic Systems Principles
- Microprocessor Systems
- Operational Amplifiers
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Safety Engineering
- Semiconductor Physical Electronics
Modules offered may vary.
HNC in Metals & Materials Engineering Brief Module Description:
Analytical Methods for Engineers
The primary aim of this module is to provide you with the fundamental analytical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully complete the core modules of Higher National Engineering programmes.
It is also intended as a base for the further study of analytical methods and mathematics, needed for more advanced option modules. The module is designed to enable you to use fundamental algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics and probability, for the analysis, modelling and solution of realistic engineering problems at Higher National level.
Electrical and Electronic Principles
We cover the fundamentals of electrical circuit theory, analysis of electrical circuits, give you an understanding of simple analogue and digital circuits and an appreciation of their application to engineering problems.
We look at voltage, current, power, energy, resistance and impedance. Also, magnetic fields and inductance, electric fields and capacitance, Kirchhoff’s Laws. We examine time varying voltages and currents, effects on inductors and capacitors, sinusoidal voltage and current use of symbolic notation.
You also study power, reactive power and apparent power, circuit analysis techniques, mesh and nodal analysis, transistors and properties of amplifiers.
Our primary method of teaching is lectures supported by laboratory sessions, tutorials, problem solving and directed learning.
You learn how to:
- understand and use key elements of electrical and electronic theory
- apply given tools in the solution of well defined electrical and electronic engineering problems
- apply numerical skills to simple electrical and electronic engineering problems
- use basic IT tools and specialist software to solve simple electrical and electronic engineering problems.
The aim of this module is to investigate a number of major scientific principles which underpin the design and operation of engineering systems.
It is a broad-based unit, covering both mechanical and electrical principles. Its intention is to give you an overview which will provide you with the basis for further study in specialist areas of engineering.
This module develops your ability to use the knowledge and skills that you have developed at work and/or on the course to complete a realistic work project. It aims to integrate the skills and knowledge developed in other modules within a major piece of work that reflects the type of performance expected of a higher technician at work.
Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
The aim of this module is to extend students’ knowledge and understanding of fluid power systems in modern industry by investigating pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams, examining the characteristics of components and equipment, and evaluating the applications of pneumatics and hydraulics.
Business Management Techniques
This module develops your knowledge and understanding of the functions, structures and inter-relationships of an engineering business. It enables you to develop and apply the skills of costing, financial planning and control associated with engineered products or services.
The module also teaches you to appreciate the development of the fundamental concepts of project planning and scheduling that can be applied within an engineering organisation.
Control Systems and Automation
This module is intended to give students an insight into the principles of control engineering and how these principles can be used to model engineering systems and processes.
The aim of this module is to investigate Distributed Control System concepts and their applications in engineering. It focuses on the design characteristics and internal architecture of Distributed Control Systems and how they interact.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment is a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements
You study electrical machines and cover all the major machines: DC, induction, and synchronous, as well as some special machines including stepper and variable reluctance motors.
You also perform in-depth investigations into machine performance and operation characteristics, in both analytical and experimental methods, using laboratory setups and software packages (Pspice & Matlab) for the analysis of DC and AC machine performance during practical sessions.
To extend the depth of your understanding of analogue electronics, especially in the context of integrated circuits, this module covers the interaction of circuit segments (loading), temperature dependence and device variability, and how to robustly design around these problems.
You use the ‘library’ of common configurations to build larger circuits and to see how integration and component matching facilitates complex general and application-specific circuits, with examples drawn from the variety of analogue devices currently available.
Laboratories enable you to perform analysis, simulation and synthesis of relevant circuit configurations, both using components on Breadboard and by simulation in SPICE.
The aim of this module is to give you an opportunity to experience the process of carrying out a design project. It will enable you to appreciate that design involves synthesising parameters which will affect the design solution.
This module covers the fundamentals of contemporary Safety Engineering as applied to industrial processes. It consists of an introduction to the terminology, the nature and treatment of hazards, hazard analysis, risk assessment, emergency procedures and the application of protective measures associated with various hazards.
The main aims of the module are to provide a firm foundation for work in Safety Engineering and to act a basis for more advanced studies of safety practices.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment comprises a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements.
HNC Chemical Modules (Edexcel)
HNC in Chemical Engineering Modules by distance learning – Course Contents
HNC – Chemical Engineering– Edexcel
It should also be said that each of these HN modules are stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are also often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression. They are more commonly used as part of the HNC / HND engineering framework award by Pearson Edexcel.
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Chemical Engineering (accredited by Edexcel) provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment or further education at degree level.
The course is designed for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in electrical and electronics design, manufacture, maintenance, testing or fault finding. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.
What you study
You study 8 units chosen to cover the range of needs of local and national industries and business.
The HNC provides a sound understanding of all key principles including core modules in Electrical Principles, Analytical Methods, Engineering Science and a project. Further specialist subjects may include Programmable Logic Controllers and Electronics
How you learn
You are provided with a self-contained comprehensive study pack for each of the modules. Each module consists of a folder or folders containing a series of lessons grouped into topics. Each lesson has an introduction, your aims, study advice, self-assessment questions and a summary.
It is important that you realise that open learning study requires a considerable degree of self-discipline. You must be prepared to devote both time and effort to studying not withstanding other distractions that may be present.
How you are assessed
Assessment is by a range of integrated assignments, case studies, and projects completion of these assessments is negotiated with your module tutor.
Professional accreditation
The HNC programme is a nationally recognised qualification awarded under licence from Edexcel.
Career opportunities
Students who complete this course can usually progress to the 1st year of an appropriate degree at a UK University.
An HNC award opens up the possibility of a career in a wide range of engineering disciplines including design, manufacturing, project management and IT. The qualification provides you with the opportunity to seek career development into senior positions in national and international companies.
Entry requirements
Applicants should normally have a SQA or BTEC National Certificate in a similar or related discipline or GCSE A level qualifications in mathematics or science. Relevant engineering experience will also be considered.
For mature students with appropriate work experience a ‘bridging’ programme in mathematics may be required.
The HNC in Chemical Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 8 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer and Combustion
- Mass and Energy Balances
- Mass Transfer Operations
- Project
Optional modules:
- Analytical Instrumentation
- Business Management Techniques
- Chemical Engineering Unit Operations 1
- Chemical Engineering Unit Operations 2
- Control Systems and Automation
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- Materials Engineering
- Measurement of Process Variables
- Safety Engineering
Modules offered may vary.
HNC in Chemical Engineering Brief Module Description:
Analytical Methods for Engineers
The primary aim of this module is to provide you with the fundamental analytical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully complete the core modules of Higher National Engineering programmes.
It is also intended as a base for the further study of analytical methods and mathematics, needed for more advanced option modules. The module is designed to enable you to use fundamental algebra, trigonometry, calculus, statistics and probability, for the analysis, modelling and solution of realistic engineering problems at Higher National level.
Fluid Mechanics
You investigate problems related to the storage of water in bulk and to its conveyance in known quantities through pipelines, rivers and open channels. You use your knowledge of the basic properties of water at rest and in motion for this, and consider the natural water cycle (hydrological cycle) and how humans have interacted with it to produce the hydrosocial cycle for our own use and benefit.
Rainfall is a major component of the hydrological cycle and the module provides an insight into rainfall types, rainfall losses and rainfall runoff. Water and wastewater treatment are also introduced, along with topics such as the hydrological cycle, rainfall, fluid statics, pipe flow and channel flow.
Heat Transfer and Combustion
This module is intended to develop students’ knowledge of principles and empirical relationships to enable them to solve practical problems involving heat transfer, combustion and the specification of practical engineering equipment.
Mass and Energy Balances
The importance of stoichiometry and mass balances is widely known and accepted in the chemical, biochemical and other related industries. Concepts and skills necessary for understanding of the above topics are provided in this module to help you develop the skills you need to work as a chemist. Where possible, you make an industrial visit during the academic year and improve your problem-solving skills through addressing a case study that you develop with a local industrial partner company
Mass Transfer Operations
This module will enable you to develop an understanding of basic theories of mass transfer and phase equilibria and to be able to specify and design equipment for distillation, gas absorption, liquid extraction and leaching processes.
Project
This module develops your ability to use the knowledge and skills that you have developed at work and/or on the course to complete a realistic work project. It aims to integrate the skills and knowledge developed in other modules within a major piece of work that reflects the type of performance expected of a higher technician at work.
Analytical Instrumentation
Business Management Techniques
This module develops your knowledge and understanding of the functions, structures and inter-relationships of an engineering business. It enables you to develop and apply the skills of costing, financial planning and control associated with engineered products or services.
The module also teaches you to appreciate the development of the fundamental concepts of project planning and scheduling that can be applied within an engineering organisation.
Chemical Engineering Unit Operations 1
Chemical Engineering Unit Operations 1
Control Systems and Automation
This module is intended to give students an insight into the principles of control engineering and how these principles can be used to model engineering systems and processes.
Engineering Applications
Engineering Design
The aim of this module is to give you an opportunity to experience the process of carrying out a design project. It will enable you to appreciate that design involves synthesising parameters which will affect the design solution.
Engineering Thermodynamics
The aim of this module is to introduce you to the principles and laws of thermodynamics and their application to engineering thermodynamic systems. It covers system definition, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, heat engine cycles, the measurement of engine performance and the layout and performance of steam plant.
Materials Engineering
The aim of this module is to provide you with basic background knowledge and understanding of the properties, selection, processing and use of materials.
Measurement of Process Variables
Level, pressure, flow and temperature are the most common industrial process variables and the aim of this module is to provide an understanding of the principles of measurement of these variables and describe the associated measuring systems and instruments.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment is a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements.
Safety Engineering
This module covers the fundamentals of contemporary Safety Engineering as applied to industrial processes. It consists of an introduction to the terminology, the nature and treatment of hazards, hazard analysis, risk assessment, emergency procedures and the application of protective measures associated with various hazards.
The main aims of the module are to provide a firm foundation for work in Safety Engineering and to act a basis for more advanced studies of safety practices.
Students will be provided with a learning pack where core subjects are presented in sequenced lessons that include self assessment questions with solutions to aid developmental learning. Module assessment comprises a formative element and a summative element. The formative assessment comprises a series of self assessment questions and answers at the end of each lesson. Feedback is also given to the students through email or by telephone. The summative assessment involves a single in course assessment comprising several elements.
HND Engineering Systems Modules (SQA)
A typical HND in Engineering Systems program by distance learning – Course Contents
HND – Engineering Systems – G85G 15
Mandatory Units (6 credits required ):
(i) Unit Title: Mathematics for Engineering 1 {Mechanical & Manufacture} (1credit)
Unit code: DT5X 33
This Unit is designed to enable candidates to know, understand and apply algebraic techniques to manipulate expressions and solve equations commonly found in engineering. It also provides candidates with an opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills to solve problems involving vectors. The Unit also allows candidates the opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to analyse trigonometric functions and their graphs.
On completion of the Unit candidates should be able to:
- Apply algebraic techniques to manipulate expressions and solve equations commonly found in engineering.
- Solve problems using vectors in two dimensions.
- Analyse trigonometric functions and their graphs.
(ii) Unit Title: Principles of Engineering Systems (2 credits)
Unit code: DV9R 34
This Unit has been designed to provide candidates with a broad knowledge and understanding of a systems approach to the analysis of engineering processes and systems. In this approach equal weighting is given to mechanical and electrical engineering quantities. Candidates will represent electrical, mechanical and electromechanical systems in block diagram format. They will also identify and compare mechanical and electrical quantities found typically in engineering systems. They will calculate typical forms of energy found in an engineering system and undertake an energy audit on a practical engineering system.
Candidates will also investigate the properties of materials used in engineering systems and draw typical engineering system output responses to step and sinusoidal inputs.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
1 Represent engineering systems in block diagram format.
2 Describe mechanical engineering quantities used in engineering systems.
3 Describe electrical engineering quantities used in engineering systems.
4 Calculate different forms of energy in engineering systems.
5 Compare mechanical and electrical quantities.
6 Undertake an energy and power audit on an engineering system.
7 Investigate the properties of materials used in engineering systems.
8 Draw typical engineering system, and sub-system, responses.
(iv) Unit Title: Engineering Communication (1 credit)
Unit code: DV9N 34
This Unit has been designed to develop candidates’ knowledge, understanding and skills in communicating and analysing engineering information. Candidates will have opportunities to develop their skills in sketching engineering components and system layouts using appropriate standards and conventions. They will also develop knowledge, understanding and skills in simulating engineering systems, and sub-systems, using appropriate software.
Candidates will also be provided with opportunities to develop oral communication skills by presenting orally information on the analysis and evaluation of an engineering system or subsystems.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
1 Sketch engineering components and system layouts using appropriate standards and conventions.
2 Simulate, using appropriate software, engineering systems or sub-systems.
3 Communicate the analysis and evaluation of an engineering system or subsystem.
(v) Unit Title: Engineering Measurement and System Monitoring (1 credit)
Unit code: DV9P 34
This Unit has been designed to introduce candidates to the measurement of electrical and mechanical quantities. Candidates will also be provided with opportunities to develop a knowledge and understanding of the principles of operation and applications of a range of electrical and mechanical transducers. They will also have opportunities to learn about typical responses produced by engineering systems subject to step external disturbances and the actions required to be taken to restore normal system operation following a disturbance.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
1 Verify by measurement a range of electrical and mechanical quantities.
2 Explain the principle of operation and application of sensors/transducers used in engineering systems.
3 Analyse engineering system responses and corrective.
Optional Units (6.0 credits required):
Single Phase A.C. Circuits (1 credit)
Unit code: DG54 34
This Unit is designed to enable candidates to develop knowledge and understanding and apply basic electrical concepts and theorems to the solution of simple electrical problems.
The Unit also provides candidates with the opportunity to examine first order transient responses as found in R – L and R – C series circuits.
The Unit also allows candidates the opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to solve single-phase a.c. circuit problems using complex notation.
On completion of the Unit candidates should be able to:
- Solve problems involving basic electrical concepts and theorems
- Solve single-phase a.c. circuit problems using complex notation.
Unit Title: Three Phase Systems (1 credit)
Unit code: DN47 34
This Unit is designed to enable candidates to know and understand the principles of three phase systems. It provides candidates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills to enable them to describe the production and characteristics of a three phase supply. It also provides candidates with the opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to determine voltages and currents in both balanced and unbalanced three phase loads.
The Unit also allows candidates the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills to calculate different types of power in three phase loads and also to describe the techniques used to measure active power in three phase systems.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Describe the production and characteristics of a three phase supply.
- Analyse the response of balanced star and delta connected loads supplied by symmetrical three phase supplies.
- Analyse the response of unbalanced star and delta connected loads supplied by three and four wire symmetrical three phase supplies.
- Analyse power in three phase loads.
Unit Title: Electricity Power Systems (1 credit)
Unit code: DN3W 34
This Unit is designed to provide candidates with knowledge and understanding of electrical power supply systems and the concept of power quality. Candidates will also be provided with the opportunity to analyse power system faults and explainmethods of improving power system efficiency.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of Electricity Supply Systems.
- Explain power quality.
- Analyse power system faults.
- Solve power factor improvement problems.
Unit Title: Electrical Machine Principles (2 credits)
Unit code: DN4J 34
This Unit has been designed to give candidates a fundamental knowledge and understanding of a range of electrical motors and transformers.
In particular, candidates will study the constructional features, principle of operation, performance characteristics and applications of dc motors, single phase motors, three phase motors, synchronous generators and motors and different types of transformers.
The Unit acts as a good foundation unit for more in depth studies in specialist areas of electrical motors and transformers.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Examine electromagnetic field concepts and circuits.
- Analyse the construction, operation and characteristics of d.c. motors.
- Analyse the construction, operation and characteristics of single-phase motors.
- Describe the construction and operation of a range of transformers.
- Analyse the construction, operation and characteristics of three-phase induction motors.
- Analyse the construction, operation and characteristics of synchronous generators and motors.
Unit Title: Electrical Safety (1 credit)
Unit code: DN4L 34
This Unit is designed to enable candidates to develop knowledge and competence related to safe working practices and work permits. The Unit is intended to raise the candidate’s awareness of health and safety practice and to provide opportunities to demonstrate the operation of permit-to-work systems.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Explain the features of an operational plan for safe working on electrical systems.
- Explain the features of electrical distribution and the need for protection and isolation for safe working on ‘dead’ systems.
- Explain the features of a permit-to-work system appropriate to the safe practices of working on an isolated electrical system.
- Produce permit-to-work documentation for safe working on isolated electrical systems to current standards.
Unit Title: Communication: Practical Skills (1 credit)
Unit code: D77G 34
This Unit is about applying practical communication skills to complex issues in a vocational context.
On completion of the Unit candidates should be able to:
- Respond to written information on a complex vocational issue
- Produce written information in a prescribed format on a complex vocational issue
- Contribute to a formal group discussion on a complex vocational issue
Unit Title: Application of Electrical & Electronic Instruments (1 credit)
Unit code: DN48 33
This Unit is designed to provide candidates with the opportunity to develop practical skills in the testing and measurement of electrical circuit properties using a range of analogue and digital instruments.
On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Understand the function of measuring and test instruments and their effect on the circuits in which they are connected.
- Use analogue and digital multi-meters safely and effectively to measure the parameters of electrical circuits.
- Use an oscilloscope safely and effectively to measure waveform parameters in electrical circuits
- Use appropriate electrical installation test instruments safely and effectively to test electrical circuits.
Unit Title: Electrical Networks and Resonance (1 credit)
Unit code: DG3G 34
This Unit is designed to enable candidates to develop knowledge and understanding and apply a range of network theorems to the solution of d.c. and a.c. electrical network problems.
The Unit also allows candidates to undertake a detailed study of series and parallel electronic and electrical passive resonant circuits that includes the calculation of Q – factor and bandwidth and the plotting of impedance – frequency and current – frequency curves for both series and parallel cases.
On completion of this Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Apply network theorems to solve electrical network problems.
- Solve problems involving resonating passive circuits.
Unit Title: Mathematics for Engineering 2 (1 credit)
Unit code: DG4L 34
This Unit is designed to give candidates knowledge and understanding and an ability to apply differential and integral calculus to Engineering problems.
On completion of this Unit the candidate should be able to:
- Carry out the differentiation and integration of standard functions.
- Apply differentiation and integration techniques to Engineering problems.
*Other subjects to follow
Graded Unit (1.0 credit)
(xii) Unit Title: Engineering Systems Graded Unit (1 credit)
Unit code: DW11 34
This Graded Unit is designed to provide evidence that the candidate has achieved the following principal aims of the HNC Engineering Systems:
Develop knowledge, understanding and skills in an engineering systems approach to the study of Engineering
Develop candidates’ ability to apply analysis and synthesis skills to the solution of engineering problems
Develop learning and transferable skills (including Core Skills)
Recommended Prior Knowledge and Skills:
It is recommended that the candidate should have completed or be in the process of completing the following Units relating to these specific aims prior to undertaking this Graded Unit:
- Communication: Practical Skills
- Principles of Engineering Systems
- Engineering Communication
- Engineering Measurement and System Monitoring
- Mathematics for Engineering 1: Mechanical and Manufacturing
Core Skills: There are no Core Skills embedded in this Graded Unit specification.
Assessment: This examination-based Graded Unit is Engineering. It will consist of a written examination of three hours.
Note:
It should also be said that each of these HN modules are stand alone courses and are all achievements in their own merit. They are also often used for CPD (continuous professional development) to assist career progression.
If a student fails an end of unit test there is the opportunity for a resit at a later date. If a student falls short of a PASS by a few marks. The supportive exercises are then used as further evidence of the students work and the A-1 tutor can award a PASS in this instance based on academic judgement.
HNC Electrical & Electronics (Edexcel)
The Edexcel HNC, Higher National Certificate in Electrical & Electronics Engineering by flexible open / distance learning provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment in traditional electrical and electronic industries.
The HNC in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 8 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Engineering Science
- Project
Optional modules:
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Combinational and Sequential Logic
- Control Systems and Automation
- Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits
- Distributed Control Systems
- Electrical Machines
- Electrical Services
- Electrical Supply and Distribution Systems
- Electrical System Protection
- Electromagnetic Compatibility
- Electronics
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Lighting
- Mechatronic Systems Principles
- Microprocessor Systems
- Operational Amplifiers
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Safety Engineering
- Semiconductor Physical Electronics
Modules offered may vary.
More specific details of module content of the Edexcel HNC in Electrical & Electronics Engineering program by distance learning.
Enrolment is usually at any time throughout the year. Minimum entrance qualifications is a ONC, OND, C&G qualifications, apprenticeship in a related field.
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HNC & HND Application + Costs
HNC, HND & PDA Application
SQA v Edexcel
Both HNC and HND programs by SQA and Edexcel are delivered by distance learning. There is however slight differences in mode of delivery.
- The SQA HN units have Supportive Assignments and an end of unit test.
- The Pearson Edexcel HN units have Tutor Marked Assignments and are continuous assessment.
For the Edexcel HNC in Engineering programs a student must complete a minimum of 2 HN units per year. If this criteria is not met unless there is good reason. The student will be requested to be withdrawn. The SQA HNC in Engineering program, this is not stipulated.
Higher National Certificate in Engineering Programmes by distance learning (SQA):
• HNC Electrical Engineering (SQA)
• HNC Mechanical Engineering (SQA)
• HNC Manufacturing Engineering (SQA)
• HNC Electronics Engineering (SQA)
• HNC Engineering Systems (SQA)
• HNC Building Services Engineering (SQA)
To enrol on the HNC in Engineering (SQA) programmes the student must carry out the following:
(i) Please send details of present qualifications to date.
(ii) Please send details of work experience to date. A CV would be ideal.
(iii) Please complete A-1 Contact Form
(iv) Please complete A-1 Technical Training Enrolment Form 13-14
(v) Please complete ISA Form
Send to hugo@logis-tech.co.uk
Higher National Certificate in Engineering Programmes by distance learning (Edexcel):
• HNC Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Edexcel)
• HNC Mechanical Engineering (Edexcel)
• HNC Instrumentation & Control Engineering (Edexcel)
• HNC Chemical Engineering (Edexcel)
• HNC Process Engineering Systems (Edexcel)
• HNC Petroleum Engineering (Edexcel) Coming Soon !!!
• HNC Metals & Materials Engineering (Edexcel) Coming Soon !!!
To enrol on the HNC in Engineering (SQA) programmes the student must carry out the following:
(i) Please send details of present qualifications to date.
(ii) Please send details of work experience to date. A CV would be ideal.
(iii) Please complete A-1 Contact Form
(iv) Please complete A-1 Technical Training Enrolment Form 13-14
Professional Development Award Programmes by Open learning / Distance Learning:
• PDA in Renewable Energy Systems (SQA)
• PDA in Project Management (SQA)
To enrol on the PDA (SQA) programmes the student must carry out the following:
(i) Please send details of present qualifications to date.
(ii) Please send details of work experience to date. A CV would be ideal.
(iii) Please complete A-1 Contact Form
(iv) Please complete A-1 Technical Training Enrolment Form 13-14
(v) Please complete ISA Form
Higher National Diplomas in Engineering (SQA & Edexcel) Programmes by Open learning / Distance Learning:
• HND in Engineering Systems (SQA)
• HND Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Edexcel)
• HND Mechanical Engineering (Edexcel)
• HND Instrumentation & Control Engineering (Edexcel)
• HND Chemical Engineering (Edexcel)
• HND Process Engineering Systems (Edexcel)
To enrol on the HND in Engineering (SQA & Edexcel) programmes the student must carry out the following:
(i) Please send details of present qualifications to date.
(ii) Please send details of work experience to date. A CV would be ideal.
(iii) Please complete A-1 Contact Form
(iv) Please complete A-1 Technical Training Enrolment Form 13-14
(v) Please complete ISA Form
All SQA and Edexcel HNC in Engineering programs by distance learning cost £4,055.00 in total. They are normally paid by HN unit. However full payment is also accepted.
For the SQA HNC in Engineering programme (12 HN units)
(i) Initial cost – Enrolment, registration and 1st HN unit is £649
(ii) 11 HN units x £310 is £3,410
Total is £4.059.00
For the Edexcel HNC in Engineering programme (8 HN units)
(i) Initial cost – Enrolment, and 1st HN unit is £642.75
(ii) 7 HN units x £487.50 is £3,412.25
Total is £4,055
For the Edexcel HND in Engineering programme (16 HN units)
(i) Initial cost – Enrolment, and 1st HN unit is £64o
(ii) 7 HN units x £487.50 is £3,412.25
Total is £7,987.15
HND Process Engineering (Edexcel)
The Edexcel HND, Higher National Diploma in Process Engineering by flexible open / distance learning provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment in traditional process industries.
The HND in Process Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 16 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Engineering Science
- Project
- Safety Engineering
Optional modules:
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Control Systems and Automation
- Distributed Control Systems
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Thermodynamics
- Fluid Mechanics
- Heat Transfer and Combustion
- Instrumentation and Control Principles
- Materials Engineering
- Measurement of Process Variables
- Plant Services
Modules offered may vary.
More specific details of module content of the Edexcel HND in Process Engineering program by distance learning.
Enrolment is usually at any time throughout the year. Minimum entrance qualifications is a ONC, OND, C&G qualifications, apprenticeship in a related field.
Fill in an Application Form
HND Electrical & Electronics (Edexcel)
The Edexcel HND, Higher National Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering by flexible open / distance learning provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment in traditional electrical and electronic industries.
The HND in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 16 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Engineering Science
- Project
Optional modules:
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Combinational and Sequential Logic
- Control Systems and Automation
- Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits
- Distributed Control Systems
- Electrical Machines
- Electrical Services
- Electrical Supply and Distribution Systems
- Electrical System Protection
- Electromagnetic Compatibility
- Electronics
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Lighting
- Mechatronic Systems Principles
- Microprocessor Systems
- Operational Amplifiers
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Safety Engineering
- Semiconductor Physical Electronics
Modules offered may vary.
More specific details of module content of the Edexcel HND in Electrical & Electronics Engineering program by distance learning.
Enrolment is usually at any time throughout the year. Minimum entrance qualifications is a ONC, OND, C&G qualifications, apprenticeship in a related field.
Fill in an Application Form
HND Instrumentation & Control (Edexcel)
The Edexcel HND, Higher National Diploma in Instrumentation & Control Engineering by flexible open / distance learning provides you with a programme of study over a range of disciplines to help you develop skills to progress your career through employment in traditional electrical and electronic industries.
The HND in Instrumentation & Control Engineering (Edexcel) consists of 16 HN modules:
Core modules:
- Analytical Methods for Engineers
- Engineering Science
- Instrumentation & Control Principles
- Project
Optional modules:
- Analytical Instrumentation
- Application of Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- Business Management Techniques
- Combinational and Sequential Logic
- Control Systems and Automation
- Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits
- Distributed Control Systems
- Electromagnetic Compatibility
- Electronics
- Engineering Applications
- Engineering Design
- Microprocessor Systems
- Operational Amplifiers
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Safety Engineering
Modules offered may vary.
More specific details of module content of the Edexcel HND in Instrumentation & Control Engineering program by distance learning.
Enrolment is usually at any time throughout the year. Minimum entrance qualifications is a ONC, OND, C&G qualifications, apprenticeship in a related field.
