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HNC in Civil Engineering Part-time

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Course at a glance

Subject Area:
Civil Engineering - LAR Code: HGMR2
Attendance:
Part-time
Qualification:

BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC)

Course Start:
September or February
Course Length:
1.5 years This course is available in Day Release
Location:
North Street Campus
Cost:
£5,844

*All prices are based on the 25/26 academic year. Subsequent years are subject to an annual increase.

Course overview

This Level 4 course provides a solid foundation for those working in the Civil Engineering Industry, equipping students with the core knowledge and practical skills needed to contribute effectively to the infrastructure projects.

Civil Engineers can use and apply their technical knowledge, underpinned by scientific principles and theories, propose numerous suitable techniques, procedures and methods to undertake and deliver civil engineering solutions. They need to source, review, analyse and evaluate a range of data and information, perform advanced calculations, and analyse civil engineering problems to reach proven solutions.

Providing a stepping stone to further study, this course prepares students for progression to a Level 6 qualification, such as a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering apprenticeship. Graduates will be well-positioned to take on junior engineering roles in the industry while continuing their professional development.

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Entry requirements

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

  • An appropriate Level 3 qualification or apprenticeship
  • GCSE English (grade 5+)
  • GCSE Maths (grade 5+)

Students will have the opportunity to apply critical reasoning and analysis techniques to solve engineering problems, using industry standards and appropriate codes of practice.

Units covered in the course include:

  • Unit 1 – Construction Design Project
  • Unit 3 – Science & Materials
  • Unit 4 – Construction Environment
  • Unit 7 – Surveying, Measurement 7 Setting Out
  • Unit 8 – Mathematics in Construction
  • Unit 17 – Civil Engineering Technology
  • Unit 19 – Principles of Structural Design
  • Unit 21 – Geotechnics & Soil Mechanics

To apply for this course please complete the online application form.

A member of the team will then contact you and confirm the next steps; if you meet the entry criteria you will be invited to a College Enrolment Day, these typically take place throughout summer.

If you have any questions regarding the course please contact us on 0113 222 6000.

This course is designed to provide progression onto a degree apprenticeship in civil or structural engineering, transportation and highways engineering, or related discipline. In addition to priming you for employment in this industry, completing this course will also give you the opportunity to apply for Technical Membership with the Chartered Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE).

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