Program Overview

Process Engineering by Flexible Open Learning HND

Overview

This distance learning process engineering HND course is for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in the process engineering sector, manufacture, maintenance and testing. It has been developed in consultation with local industry, and combines theory and practical work with the focus being on industrial applications.

Course Details

Core Level 4 Modules

• Engineering Design (TUOLE)
  • You experience the process of carrying out a design project, enabling you to appreciate that design involves harmonising key parameters and blending them into the design solution, and to produce a design report.
• Engineering Maths (TUOLE)
  • You gain the fundamental analytical knowledge and techniques needed to successfully complete the core modules of higher national engineering programmes.
• Engineering Science (TUOLE)
  • You are introduced to the fundamental laws and applications of the physical sciences within engineering and how to apply this knowledge to find solutions to a variety of engineering problems.
• Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines (TUOLE)
  • The majority of the engines used in the world today to generate power or to provide transportation are either gas turbines, steam systems or internal combustion engines, all of which use thermodynamic processes to generate the power required.
• Instrumentation and Control Principles (TUOLE)
  • You are introduced to the principles of instrumentation and control engineering and how to apply this knowledge to find solutions to a variety of engineering problems related to process measurement and control systems.
• Managing a Professional Engineering Project (TUOLE)
  • You look at the approach required to identify the best solution to a specified engineering need.

Optional Level 4 Modules

• Analytical Instrumentation (TUOLE)
  • You discuss modern techniques of detecting variables in industrial processes.
• Applications of Pneumatics and Hydraulics (TUOLE)
  • You gain an understanding of fluid power systems in modern industry by investigating pneumatic and hydraulic diagrams, examining the characteristics of components and equipment, and evaluating the applications of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Fluid Mechanics (TUOLE)
  • You apply the principles of fluid mechanics and the techniques used to predict the behaviour of fluids in engineering applications.
• Heat Transfer and Combustion (TUOLE)
  • You develop knowledge of the principles of heat transfer and combustion and the associated empirical relationships to enable you to solve practical problems and be able to produce a specification for practical engineering equipment.
• Measurement of Process Variables (TUOLE)
  • You investigate the principles of measurement of pressure, flow, temperature and level and to describe and assess the performance of the associated measuring systems and instruments.
• Programmable Logic Controllers (TUOLE)
  • You investigate how programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial robots can be programmed to successfully implement automated engineering solutions.

Core Level 5 Modules

• Advanced Control Principles (TUOLE)
  • You are introduced to more advanced control theory and taught how to apply this knowledge to find solutions to a variety of engineering problems related to the design of control systems.
• Further Maths (TUOLE)
  • You are introduced to the concepts necessary for the successful analysis of engineering problems and apply numerical methods relevant to solving advanced mathematical problems arising from engineering and technology.
• Plant Services (TUOLE)
  • You are introduced to the relevant physical and chemical principles for use in the evaluation of the production, distribution and use of each of the common plant services such as steam, air and refrigeration services.
• Professional Engineering Management (TUOLE)
  • While it is essential that a product or service designed by an engineer delivers the performance required in the specification, it is equally important that it contributes to the economic viability of the company and that all aspects of its lifecycle are managed in a professional manner.
• Project (TUOLE)
  • You use the knowledge and skills you have developed at work and throughout your course in the definition, management and completion of a work-related project, including the presentation of its findings to an appropriate audience.
• Safety Engineering (TUOLE)
  • You study the fundamentals of contemporary safety engineering as applied to industrial processes.
• Statistical Process Control (TUOLE)
  • You gain the knowledge behind and an understanding of statistical process control (SPC).

How You Learn

• You are provided with a self-contained comprehensive study pack for each of the modules.
• Each module consists of a folder or folders containing a series of lessons grouped into topics.
• Each lesson has an introduction, your aims, study advice, self-assessment questions and a summary.

How You Are Assessed

• The module leaning outcomes are assessed through tutor marked assignments (TMAs).
• Some of the units also require practical work - we provide additional software and/or practical kit for this.
• After you have completed the assessment for a module, your tutor will arrange an exit interview which enables them to authenticate your work and confirm the grade.

Entry Requirements

• If you are already qualified to HNC level (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject you can use the 'apply online' link on the relevant HND to apply for a place.
• If you are topping up your HNC to HND level, the maximum Edexcel registration period to complete this is five years.
• You are required by the award regulations to successfully complete at least two modules (30 credits) in each year.

Employability

• Students who complete this course can progress to an appropriate degree at the University.
• This course provides you with the skills and knowledge which will enable you to gain employment within the process and related industries in the area of management.

Fees

• For a Higher National Certificate (HNC) you study eight modules at £495 for each module.
• For the Higher National Diploma (HND) you study a maximum of 15 modules, again at £495 each.
• You usually pay for one module at a time.
• Some modules are subject to availability.

Learning Platform

• Our virtual learning environment (VLE) is the platform you use to access your online course.
• Teesside University online learning courses are delivered through the Brightspace Learning Environment.
• You can use it on your smartphone, tablet and computer.
• And you can use it anytime, so that you can plan your learning to fit your own schedule.
• It's easy to use and navigate.
• Modules are set out by topics and themes.
• You can use the progress bar to understand where you are in your modules, and appreciate your achievements.
• We support you to become familiar with your VLE, helping you to start learning quickly.
• You get feedback, help and guidance from tutors throughout your course through the VLE, and you can ask questions at any time.
• Our tutors use a live activity feed to keep you updated about your course.
• You can create a student profile, collaborate with other students and take part in online discussion forums.