Engineering
HNC Engineering Systems - Full-time
Campus Midlothian Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 7
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2025
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Course overview
The Engineering Systems (Energy and Environmental Engineering) HNC is a full-time course taught over one year at Edinburgh College’s Midlothian Campus.
The HNC in Engineering Systems is designed to ensure you meet the industry's varied needs. This HNC will provide you with practical skills in advanced theories of engineering systems using the latest simulation and design software. You will study several technical subjects including Principles of Engineering Systems, Dynamics and Materials Selection.
The subjects will be taught at a high level, allowing you to develop transferable skills essential for your future engineering career.
If you have any questions regarding this course please contact: james.kean@edinburghcollege.ac.uk
What you will learn
The subjects that you will study are as follows:
- DV9R34 Principles of Engineering Systems
- H7MB34 Communication: Practical Skills
- DV9P34 Engineering Measurement and System Monitoring
- DV9N34 Engineering Communication
- DT4634 Materials Selection
- DT9X34 Pneumatics and Hydraulics
- H2VY34 Graded Unit 1
- F1YK34 Renewable Energy Systems: Microgeneration Systems
- DR1X34 CAD
- DR3M35 Design for Manufacture
- H7K033 Engineering Mathematics 1
Placement information
- There are no placements in this qualification, but there may be the opportunity to visit local companies.
How the course is assessed
- You will normally be assessed at the end of each subject/unit.
- Students are allowed two attempts at each assessment.
- All units on the course are pass or fail except for the Graded Unit.
- You will sit a three-hour written Graded Unit 1 examination covering the knowledge you have learnt throughout the year. You will be awarded either an A, B or C grade with Universities expecting you to achieve at least a B.
- All units within the course must be achieved to gain the HNC award.
Number of days per week
- You will complete 36 weeks of study and attend college 3 days per week.
- Lessons will normally take place from 9.00 AM - 4.30 PM each day.
- You must attend all timetabled lessons to have at least a 90% attendance rate, although this can be revisited if you have a valid reason and keep up to date with your studies.
Entry requirements
- Higher Mathematics at grade 'C' or above and preferably Higher Physics or another science/technology related subject at grade 'C' or above.
- NC level 6 in an engineering-related discipline or an equivalent qualification.
- If you haven't studied Mathematics for some time, then you might benefit from taking a preparatory unit before joining the course.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You may be required to attend an academic interview and sit an aptitude test to ensure that this is an appropriate course for you and that you will be able to handle the workload.
- This is a short test designed to check if your mathematics and physics knowledge is the correct level for this course.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5All international applicants will need to demonstrate competency in the English language.Applicants who do not have a recognised English Language qualification will need to take a recognised test such as IELTS and attain the required English language score.Progression and Articulation Routes
- Progression into the second year of the HND in Engineering Systems (Energy and Environmental Engineering) course at Edinburgh College is possible.
- Articulation to year one of a university degree in mechanical, electrical, renewable or structural engineering may also be possible
Career options
This course will open career prospects at the technician level in:
- Mechanical engineering
- Renewable energy engineering
- Engineering systems
- Marine engineering
- Manufacturing engineering
You may also be able to apply for the Graduate Apprenticeship Scheme
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Midlothian Campus | Full time | 25/08/25 |
