Manufacturing Engineering

This part-time Level 5 Higher Technical Qualification in Manufacturing Engineering suits learners who want advanced engineering knowledge and leadership capability. It builds on Level 4 learning and centres on refining processes, automation and ongoing improvement. Learners develop judgement as well as technical skills. The curriculum includes sustainability, lean working methods, advanced manufacturing technology, further mathematics, manufacturing systems and professional engineering management. Assessment includes practical tests and workplace projects, as well as assignments and online examinations. Learners gain practice in applying engineering methods to real industrial problems. Learners can judge how production performs, lead engineering teams, and then continue to BEng (Hons) top-up study or move into technical roles in advanced manufacturing. The qualification helps learners move from technical work into leadership roles.