Process Operations Engineering
Process Operations Engineering
Higher National Certificate in Process Operations Engineering
This qualification provides a thorough grounding in key concepts and practical skills and has been designed to meet the needs of those currently working or applying to work in the field of operations engineering.
Fees are per academic year, subject to change
£2,196
Is this course right for me?
The Higher National Certificate (HNC) programme contains engineering units that offer a strong, sector-related emphasis on practical skills development alongside the development of requisite knowledge and understanding.
This programme is a vocationally focused Higher Education qualification. To undertake this programme of study candidates will, ideally, be engaged in suitable full time employment.
This course normally runs one day per week, over 2 years, starting in September.
The college is an associated body of the University of Wales and designated as a University of Wales Technical Institute (UWTI). It works in partnership with Pembrokeshire College, Coleg Sir Gâr, Coleg Ceredigion, Cardiff & Vale College and NPTC Group of Colleges to develop higher technical education and employer-led training and innovation. Working within a confederal structure, the network of Technical Institutes is informed by the needs of employers and aims to promote equality of opportunity and encourage participation in tertiary education.
Learners participating in courses provided by the college as a University of Wales Technical Institute receive an award validated by the University of Wales Trinity Saint David.
- GCSEs at grade C or above to include English Language/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy
- 48 UCAS Tariff points from A-level or vocational qualification
- You will be expected to be in relevant job role
- Direct admission for applicants who have been out of full-time education for more than two years will be considered based on previous learning or experience
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry may be subject to interview
- 48 UCAS Tariff points from A-level or vocational qualification
Modules to be studied include:
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Research Study and Presentation Skills
- Environmental Protection and Sustainable Manufacturing Systems
- Industrial Process Operations and Control
- Plant Maintenance and Asset Care
- Process Safety Systems
- Process Engineering Practice
Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually. Visit our Welsh Language in the College page to find out what else is available to you.
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical examination
- Written examination
Successful completion of the HNC will qualify students for entry to Higher National Degree (HND)/degree courses in related subjects.
If you are thinking about studying at degree level following this course please visit the university websites or UCAS (University Central Admissions Service) www.ucas.com to check any entry requirements.
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Text books - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Find out about funding available for Higher Education students on our student finance page.
You may be eligible for a fee waiver if you are employed and following, or intend to follow, a higher apprenticeship programme with Pembrokeshire College.
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