FdEng
Industrial
Engineering

UCAS code

N/A

Year of entry

2018
2019

UCAS Tariff

Duration

2YRS (PT)

Institution code

G53

Location

Wrexham

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Why choose this course?

This programme is designed to meet the needs of people working in engineering. The course is delivered on a part-time basis in order to fit around employment. Developed with employers from a variety of industries and incorporating work-based modules. You will work with industry standard technology and specialise in your area of interest in one of five pathways:

Automation and Instrumentation
Plant Maintenance
Mechanical
Electrical
Mechatronics

Our main focus off this programme is to make learning stimulating, interactive and challenging. This course will ensure that you understand new and emerging technologies while giving you a firm foundation in theory.

You will achieve a foundation degree in only two years. There is an option of a one year top up (level 6) to obtain a BEng (Hons) in Industrial Engineering. This means that the overall cost will be less and you will graduate with a full honours degree in only three years (level 6 top up subject to meeting entry requirements).

Why not come to one of our weekly informal drop-in information sessions? Staff from the Department will be available on Wednesdays in The Study between 4.00pm and 6.00pm to discuss this programme. Please register your interest here or drop in on the day.

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KEY COURSE FEATURES

You will be taught by a dedicated teaching team, many with industrial backgrounds.
Friendly, open tutors will listen if you need help have a query.
Study flexibly on either day release or block release allowing you to fit study around work (check for availability).
Excellent links to industry and local businesses.
Investment of equipment from major companies and local suppliers.
The university invested £500K in engineering equipment in recent years.
Use industrial standard equipment in our specialist engineering laboratories.
Students will have a mentor regularly visiting the workplace.

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?

Year 1 (Level 4)

Modules

Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Science A
Work Based Investigation and Training*
Operations Management*
Instrumentation and Process Control

Plus additional modules specific to chosen route:

Plant Equipment Fundamentals (Plant Maintenance)
Transducers and Materials (Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics)
Metrology & CADCAM (Mechanical)
Plant Equipment Fundamentals (Mechanical)
Digital & Analogue Electronics (Mechatronics)

Year 2 (Level 5)

Modules

Engineering Science B
Diagnostics, Maintenance and Functional Safety
Project Management and Presentation Techniques*
Project*
PACs
Industrial Data and Network Design

Plus additional modules specific to chosen route:

Applied Engineering (Plant Maintenance)
Power, Distribution and System Design (Plant Maintenance)
Power, Distribution and System Design (Electrical Engineering)
Applied Engineering (Mechanical)
Manufacturing, Design and Technology (Mechanical)
Mechatronic Systems (Mechatronics)

*work-based modules

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND APPLYING

FdEng Industrial Engineering

Our general requirement for the foundation year is UCAS tariff points of 48 but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications, as well as motivation and potential to succeed.

All applicants must be employed in an appropriate role/job function in industry. Advice and guidance to applicants regarding their appropriate experience and their industrial background will be offered by the admissions tutor. Personal experience is taken into account even if no formal education qualifications are held.

Part-time applicants should apply using this form.

ASSESSMENT

This foundation degree will not only cover the traditional theoretical aspects associated with engineering but also encompass new and emerging technologies that are crucial to maintaining efficiency in a competitive world market. You will take part in practical laboratory work and work based learning in your workplace. Tutorial demonstrations and assessed practical work are also part of the course.

Teaching and learning

Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

CAREER PROSPECTS

The Careers & Zone at Wrexham Glyndŵr University is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

The course will develop your intellectual and practical skills to meet the future needs of a rapidly changing technology and business environment. As well as continuing your professional development the course prepares you for:

A career as a professional engineer in industry
Design engineer
Automation software engineer
Test and calibration engineering
Commissioning engineer
Materials engineering
Quality control
Maintenance management
Production management
Mechatronic systems design engineering
A management role in industry

FEES AND FUNDING

The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the FAQs section of those pages.

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