Partner Details

International College of Business and Technology

Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Higher Diploma - HD

Alternative Exit

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

F2F-ICB-MAR

F2F-ICB-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

To provide fundamental knowledge in and develop an understanding of the theory and practice of Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems Engineering. To provide opportunities for collaborative and individual student-centred study on project tasks that simulate real working practices in order to develop analytical, critical and problem-solving skills such that they can define, investigate and analyse problems, form judgements, make decisions and demonstrate the acquisition of such qualities. To provide a well-balanced education which allows the student to achieve his/her full academic potential at first degree level and in doing so to facilitate the development of independent logical thought and judgement. To provide the framework within which students can achieve the level of attainment, appropriate to their abilities in the context of the programme of study. To produce a basis for general professional experience and to encourage a consciousness of the professional, business and commercial environment. To provide opportunities to work in a multidisciplinary environment to facilitate decision making in the lifecycle of a project. To prepare students for the transition from Higher Education to employment within a professional context; and develop those transferable, specialist and employability skills that all stakeholders could reasonably expect of students who successfully complete a Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems Engineering programme. To encourage students to engage with the development of employability skills by completing a self-awareness statement. Prepare students for employment by equipping them with the with knowledge, understanding and skills expected of holders of a Higher Diploma in Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems Enginnering  to enable them to progress to a range of technical and management careers or to progress to an undergraduate degree or further professional qualification in Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems Engineering or related area. Provide the engineering base for progression to Incorporated Engineer level.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Undertake simple mathematical modelling of simple engineering systems.
2.
Use suitable methods and approaches for signals and systems.
3.
Describe the knowledge of analogue and digital electronics, electrical power systems, instrumentation and control.
4.
Use suitable software design approaches to create dependable program solutions for engineering challenges.
5.
Demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, theories and principles of Mechanical Engineering and its underpinning science and mathematics.
6.
Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. Some of the knowledge will be at the forefront of the subject of study.
7.
Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems.
8.
Demonstrate an ability to apply quantitative methods and computer software relevant to Mechanical and Manufacturing and related engineering disciplines to solve engineering problems.
9.
Demonstrate an understanding of and ability to apply a systematic approach to solving Mechanical Engineering problems.
10.
Demonstrate an awareness of the framework of relevant legal requirements governing engineering activities, including personnel, health, safety, and risk (including environmental risk) issues.
11.
Develop instrumentation and control systems.
12.
Compile, manipulate and interpret basic commercial information.
13.
Design and evaluate the elements of an automated system with reference to current industry standards.
14.
Have developed a critical understanding of the mathematics associated with advanced analysis.
15.
Have a working knowledge of simulation and programming in an engineering context.
16.
Understand processes involved in carrying out and reporting a simple engineering project & Work as part of a diverse team to complete an engineering project and evaluate the success of the project and team against professional standards.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Lectures, tutorials, problem solving sessions, seminars, workshops, computer sessions, participation in projects. Examinations, assignments, preparation of reports, essays, technological reports, oral presentations, workshops, peer review, computer-based exercises, work placement reports (if applicable).

Opportunities for work related learning

Work-related learning is included within this programme, so students will have the opportunity to engage in real world projects and activities. The programme has active links with industry and involves employers in the industrial projects, utilising real world case studies wherever possible.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

The award of the Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering requires the completion of 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5. The award of the Certificate of Higher Education in Mechatronics Engineering requires the completion of 120 credits at Level 4. Students starting in September 2024 will … For more content click the Read More button below. Students starting from January 2025 will undertake modules with the codes 46xxICBTyy and 56xxICBTyy.

Structure

Entry Requirements

Alternative qualifications considered

Other international requirements

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH10-01) engineering