Institution code | C83 |
Duration | 2 years |
Course type | Part-time |
Location | City College Plymouth |
Course details
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Year 1
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Core modules
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Engineering Mathematics (CITY1077)
To develop the student's mathematical ability and to apply principles to the solution of engineering problems and to make use of mathematical computer based packages
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Engineering Science 1 (CITY1078)
An introduction to mechanical principles, energy transfer and AC electrical theory. Mechanical principles including solid mechanics, statics, dynamics and mechanical vibrations. Modes of heat transfer and energy losses. Electrical principles and single phase AC theory.
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Engineering Materials (CITY1091)
Study of Material structure. Appreciation of material properties. Understanding of manufacturing and design considerations for the use of different materials.
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CAD Techniques and Design (CITY1092)
An Introduction into CAD in the Design Process, progressing swiftly through 2D draughting to explore 3D conceptual design and visualisation. During this module students will take part in a relevant work based design project.
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Final year
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Core modules
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Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics (CITY1095)
Learners will investigate pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams, examine the characteristics of components and equipment and evaluate the applications of pneumatics and hydraulics.
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Management Techniques in Mechanical Engineering (CITY1098)
On completion of this unit to appraise the main techniques that improve organisations’ operations.
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Fees, costs and funding
How to apply
For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below.
Our partnership with City College Plymouth
Please contact City College Plymouth to apply for this course:
City College Plymouth
Devonport
Plymouth
PL1 5QG
Tel: +441752305300
Email: info@cityplym.ac.uk
Help & enquiries
- Admission enquiries
- info@cityplym.ac.uk
- +44 1752 305786
Devonport
Plymouth
PL1 5QG- http://www.cityplym.ac.uk
Open days
Partner college open days
This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.
University of Plymouth open days
You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.
Studying with City College Plymouth
Just one-and-a-half miles from the University of Plymouth, we’re one of the largest colleges in the South West, with two main sites linked by shuttle buses, with a dynamic Students’ Union and Student Liaison Team.
