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  • Qualification

    Higher National Certificate - HNC

  • Location

    University College Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    15-FEB-27

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary


OVERVIEW


Our full-time or part-time Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Civil Engineering will build up your knowledge and practical skills in civil engineering to become a vital professional in this rapidly-growing sector. Throughout the course, students delve into construction design, including project phases, construction drawing, detailing, computer-aided design (CAD), Building Information Modelling (BIM), schedules, specifications, bills of quantities and information collaboration.

The course will equip you with the skills to not only comprehend the theory, but apply practical solutions to real-world scenarios. By emphasising hands-on experience and theoretical understanding, students develop the ability to analyse diverse scenarios, make informed decisions and produce drawings and specifications for creative and innovative home design proposals.The curriculum places significant focus on the scientific and material aspects of construction through topics including mechanical operation, human comfort, testing standards, sustainability and health and safety. You will examine the broader construction environment, emphasising its impact on society and the environment, and learn the technical skills you need, but also gain an understanding of the ethical and environmental implications of your work within the construction industry.


WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

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EXPERT TUITION

– Learn from our highly-qualified staff with extensive practical knowledge of construction - supported by expert guest lecturers -


MODERN METHODS

– There is a firm focus on sustainability and health and safety to meet the demands of the future -


PRACTICAL APPLICATION

– Get hands-on experience studying in our cutting-edge construction facilities -


NO EXAMS

- If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many courses in this field, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course and will be assessed through coursework only -


AWARD-WINNING UNIVERSITY

– Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)


FACILITIES

Students on our construction and engineering courses learn in real-world training environments. Our


Centre for Sustainable Construction

offers state-of-the-art facilities specifically designed to develop skills that support employers and their supply chains, along with specialist facilities for design and IT skills at Camden House. Facilities include: - Design studios with industry standard CAD software (AutoCAD and Revit) - 3D printers and plotters - Renewable energy simulators - Hydraulics test equipment - Production line technology - Total station surveying tools- Control engineering rigs- Cyber physical system - Mechatronics automation - PLCs - Fluid dynamics software - Enhanced IT facilities


CAREERS AND PROGRESSION

Site ManagerProject Manager - civil engineeringSite engineers - civil engineeringCivil engineering technicianWant to continue your studies? Completing this HNC will give you the opportunity to move onto the second year of the


Construction Management BSc (Hons)

course.


- Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

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Tuition fees

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£ 1,500per year

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University information

University College Birmingham

  • Campus address

    University College Birmingham, Summer Row, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 1JB, United Kingdom

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