Industry 4.0
In this programme, you’ll explore engineering basics and dive into the cutting-edge tech used by today’s manufacturing leaders. So, get ready to boost efficiency, increase profitability, and engineer your way to production success!
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Open University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Open University |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Contact Hours per Week
15 hours contact time to include practical classes, lectures, workshops, or tutorials.
Mandatory Additional Study
Maximum of 3 hours per week average over the academic year
Personal Study
19 hours maximum studying and preparing assessments in your own time per week, including use of online materials.
Work Placement
The Foundation Degree also provides students with an opportunity to undertake work placement during their final year.
Entry Requirements
Course Entry Requirements
A minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff points including:
GCE A level (A2): Typical grade profile CC [to include 1 from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Electronics or Double Award Science/Applied Science.]
OR
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering with overall award profile MM or MPP OR Access to HE Diploma (NI): 45% overall in an Engineering Access course and [45% in level 2 Access Mathematics.
OR
An equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions Process section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.
Careers / Further progression
Where will it take me?
Successful completion of this course will enable you to apply for jobs in the engineering/manufacturing industry or alternatively, you would be eligible to apply to related degree programmes.
How will it make me more employable?
This course will equip you with formal qualifications which will improve your job opportunities and employability skills in the engineering/manufacturing sector. You will also gain a range of soft skills regarded as highly desirable by employers.
Further information
Start Date: 02/09/2024.
Bangor Campus
Lisburn Campus
Bangor & Lisburn: 16
£2,850.
Year: 2024/25.
Applications are now open for 2024.
Visit apply.serc.ac.uk and apply online (see "Application Weblink").
Welcome to the Future of Making: Industry 4.0 where machines and technology work seamlessly together. Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is like giving our manufacturing processes a high-tech makeover where we connect machines and equipment to digital systems. With the power of Data Analytics, engineers can make lightning-fast decisions and predict the future with the support of some Artificial Intelligence. Imagine being able to see a potential machine breakdown and having time to fix it before it happens! Imagine being able to build the factory digitally and test scenarios, fine tune the process design and make the process run smoothly once you are ready to start production. In this programme, you’ll explore engineering basics and dive into the cutting-edge tech used by today’s manufacturing leaders. So, get ready to boost efficiency, increase profitability, and engineer your way to production success!
Course Structure
This 2-year Foundation Degree is delivered over 4 semesters. In year 1 learners will cover core engineering principles and practices whilst gaining an appreciation of new and emerging technologies. In year 2 of the programme students will continue to study a range of contemporary modules whilst having the opportunity to undertake a structured work-based learning placement within the engineering industry. It is the responsibility of the student to obtain a suitable work placement employer. Assistance, however, will be provided by the college as required.
Modules Year 1:
Engineering and Computational Mathematics
Mechatronic Systems and Control
Programming Fundamentals
Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT)
Digital Manufacturing Infrastructure
Science for Modern Engineering Technicians
Modules Year 2:
Computer Aided Engineering
Manufacturing Systems Management
Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
IIOT Data Security
Work Based Learning
In addition to the above modules, you may undertake a professional/ personal development qualification and will be involved in a range of activities, designed to improve employability within the Engineering sector. This is a 2-Year Programme and course fees are payable in each year of study.
Candidates are assessed using a range of different methods. These include technical reports, coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies. This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.
South Eastern Regional College
Bangor Campus
Castle Park Road
Co Down
BT20 4TD
Email: info@serc.ac.uk
Phone: 0345 600 7555
South Eastern Regional College
Lisburn Campus
Castle Street
Lisburn
Co Antrim
BT27 4SU
Email: info@serc.ac.uk
Phone: 0345 600 7555