Course Details

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NC Renewable Energy Systems (leading to the award of NC Engineering Systems)

SCQF Level 6

The Renewable Energy industry is a new and exciting sector. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career or further study in this field.

What You Study

  • Communication
  • Rotating Electrical Machines
  • Mathematics: Technician 1
  • Process Operations: Utilities
  • Power Drives
  • Engineering: Applying IT
  • Engineering Systems
  • Engineering Materials
  • Process Measurement and Control: An Introduction
  • Process Chemistry: An Introduction
  • Electrical Principles
  • Mechanical Engineering Principles

Duration and Attendance

One Year Full-time

Entry Requirements

One of the following:

  • 3 Standard Grades at Grade 3 or above including Maths, a Science based subject and English
  • SVQ Level 1 Performing Engineering Operations including core skills Maths, English and Information Technology at Level 5

Further Study

  • HNC Renewable Energy Systems
  • HNC Mechanical Engineering

Career Opportunities

  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Renewable Energy Engineer
  • Project Engineer

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Starts Ends Based at Apply
Full Time 05 Sep 2011 15 Jun 2012 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) course full
Full Time 03 Sep 2012 14 Jun 2013 Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) course full

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

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