Start Dates:
- September 2024
Level:
4Mode of Attendance:
- Part Time
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The Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Automation and Control for England (HTQ) is a dynamic and industry-focused qualification designed to lay the foundation to equip individuals with the introductory skills and knowledge essential for a successful career in the rapidly evolving field of automation and control systems.
This Higher National Certificate offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical understanding with practical applications, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of today's technologically advanced industries.
With a strong emphasis on hands-on experience and real-world scenarios, this program cultivates professionals who can drive innovation and efficiency in automation, making them valuable assets in various sectors.
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Key Facts
Course
Content
The Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Automation and Control for England (HTQ) covers a comprehensive range of subjects, ensuring students gain a strong grasp of the underpinning principles that support a successful career in Automation. Our highly experienced industry experts and academics will guide you through your learning, including lectures, seminars, online activities, practical activities, laboratory skills, peer-group learning and independent study.
You will be involved in vocational activities that help you to develop behaviours (the attitudes and approaches required for competence) and transferable skills. Transferable skills are communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are highly valued in higher education and the workplace. You will undertake various assessments, including professional discussions, practicals, essays, reports and presentations.
Modules
YEAR 1
- 4002: Engineering Maths
- 4003: Engineering Science
- 4006: Mechatronics
- 4063: Engineering Mechanics & Materials
YEAR 2
- 4061: Programming for Engineers
- 4015: Automation, Robotics & PLCs
- 4064: Analogue & Digital Electronics
- 4062: Professional Engineering Practice
Entry
Requirements
64 tariff points in A-Level subjects, including maths or a Level 3 BTEC or T-Level in an engineering discipline. Minimum grade 4/C in GCSE Maths and English.
Progression
Opportunities
This Level 4 course lays the foundations of learning
by providing a broad introduction to the engineering sector and a focused
introduction to automation and control. This develops and strengthens core
skills while preparing students for more specialist subjects at Level 5, where
students can progress to a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical and
Electronic Engineering for England or enter employment with the qualities
necessary for job roles that require some personal responsibility.
Course Costs
Programme Costs:
- The fees for this course are currently being confirmed.
The fees and information stated on this page are for the 2024/25 academic year and may change for the 2025/26 academic year. We will update fee and course information for 2025/26 as soon as it is available.
You may have to pay additional costs during your studies. A summary of the costs that you may be expected to pay, and what is included, while studying a course within the Engineering department are listed below:
- DBS checks, where required, are included in the fees.
- The cost of all assessments at first attempt are included in your course fees, but if you do not pass at first attempt you will be responsible for resit fees, at a cost of £40 per module.
- The Engineering department run an annual field trip abroad and whilst this is not a compulsory part of the programme, it is educationally relevant. Students are asked to make a contribution towards the costs of this trip, normally around £200-250. Students will also be asked to make an additional contribution towards food, which varies depending on the duration of the trip.
- The department runs a number of day trips and additional workshops/ qualifications, which students do not pay for. A refundable deposit may be asked for which is normally around £20. The deposit is refunded upon attendance/ successful completion of the course. There may be some food and drink costs and you should budget for day trips, which will vary depending on duration and venue.
- All work is electronically submitted. You may need to provide a printed copy of your final dissertation and poster. The estimated cost for this is around £20-£25 per student in the final year.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.