Full Time/Part Time Study Options - National Diploma in Engineering
The National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) can be studied either full-time or part-time. Students can also study full-time for the first year then gain employment while completing their studies part time while also gaining credit towards the Endorsed Diploma in Engineering
Typical order of courses for full time study
Note this order can differ between providers so you should contact your preferred provider for details
| YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SEMESTER 1 | SEMESTER 2 | SEMESTER 3 | SEMESTER 4 |
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Engineering Mechanics A LEVEL 4 CREDITS = 15 |
Engineering Mechanics B LEVEL 4 CREDITS = 15 |
Strand Course CREDITS = 15 |
Strand Course CREDITS = 15 |
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Engineering Practice LEVEL 2 CREDITS = 15 |
Engineering Drawing LEVEL 4 CREDITS = 15 |
Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer LEVEL 5 CREDITS = 15 |
Strand Course CREDITS = 15 |
|
Mathematics I LEVEL 3 CREDITS = 15 |
Electrical Theory LEVEL 5 CREDITS = 15 |
Mathematics II LEVEL 4 CREDITS = 15 |
Elective Paper LEVEL 6 CREDITS = 15 |
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Material Science I LEVEL 5 CREDITS = 15 |
Manufacturing Processes LEVEL 5 CREDITS = 15 |
Fluid Mechanics LEVEL 6 CREDITS = 15 |
Elective Paper LEVEL 6 CREDITS = 15 |
Order of study for part time.
The diagram below shows an example of the order of study for the Mechanical Strand. This order is dependent on course timetabling at each provider. You need to contact your preferred provider to seek advice on part time study.
