Sustainable Manufacturing University Certificate in Professional Development
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | 2023-07-09 |
| 2024-01-01 | 2023-11-26 |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
This part-time Sustainable Manufacturing University Certificate provides insights into traditional and current manufacturing processes, including casting, rolling, and powder metallurgy. It combines detailed study with hands-on lab experience, covering key aspects of engineering manufacture such as quality, reliability, sustainability, and lean manufacturing. The program emphasizes selecting appropriate manufacturing processes for specific applications and is designed to enhance career opportunities and prepare students for further study.
Program Outline
Sustainable Manufacturing University Certificate in Professional Development
Degree Overview:
This program provides insights into current and traditional manufacturing processes, including casting, rolling, and powder metallurgy. It combines detailed study of selected processes with hands-on lab experience. You'll explore key aspects of engineering manufacture, including quality, reliability, sustainability, lean manufacturing, and the extensive use of computers. The program also emphasizes the selection of appropriate manufacturing processes for specific applications.
Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of current and traditional manufacturing processes.
- Gain hands-on experience through lab sessions.
- Learn about key aspects of engineering manufacture, including quality, reliability, and sustainability.
- Analyze the suitability of different manufacturing processes for specific applications.
Outline:
- Content:
- Current and traditional manufacturing processes (casting, rolling, powder metallurgy)
- Quality, reliability, sustainability
- Lean manufacturing
- Extensive use of computers in manufacturing
- Selection of appropriate manufacturing processes for specific applications
- Structure:
- 12 weeks
- Part-time
- Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (in person)
- Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (online)
- Start date: September or January
- Modules:
- No specific modules listed in the provided context.
- Course Schedule:
- Not provided in the context.
Assessment:
- Coursework
- Practical work
- Assessments
Teaching:
- One-hour recorded online lecture per week
- Two-hour face-to-face class-based teaching per week (Wednesdays 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
- Two hours online classes per week (Thursdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Careers:
- Develop skills desired by employers
- Enhance career opportunities
- Apply to study a degree by transferring eligible completed credits
Other:
- Developed with support from industrial partners
- Ideal for building skills and developing a new career
- Flexible learning options available
- Module descriptions
- Specific course schedule
Entry Requirements:
This section outlines the necessary prerequisites for enrollment in the Sustainable Manufacturing University Certificate in Professional Development (UCPD) course at Teesside University.
EU Home Students:
- Completion of a Level 4 qualification (or higher) in a STEM subject.
- Completion of Level 2 mathematics.
International Overseas Students:
- Completion of a Level 4 qualification (or higher) in a STEM subject, equivalent to UK standards.
- Completion of Level 2 mathematics, equivalent to UK standards.
- Evidence of English language proficiency meeting the University's requirements (details below).
Bridging Courses:
- Teesside University offers bridging courses for those who need to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to join the UCPD course.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
English Language Proficiency:
- International students must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5.
- Other accepted English language qualifications include:
- PTE Academic 54
- TOEFL iBT 79
- CAE 169
- CPE 169
- Trinity ISE II
Additional Information:
- The University reserves the right to request additional evidence of English language proficiency if deemed necessary.
- Specific language requirements for individual countries can be found on the University website.
Please note:
The provided information is based on the Sustainable Manufacturing UCPD course webpage as of October 26, 2023. It is advisable to check the University website for the most up-to-date information and any additional requirements that may apply.
