HNC Civil Engineering for England (HTQ)

If you�re thinking about starting a career in engineering, or want to develop your current career, then the BRAND NEW�HTQ Level 4 in Civil Engineering will help could be the perfect course for you. This university-level course�offers a comprehensive understanding of the design, function, construction, and essential requirements for buildings and structures of all types. Designed with employers to meet the evolving demands to succeed in this industry, you will gain the�knowledge you need to progress and climb the career ladder.

The objectives of the HTQ in Civil Engineering for England are to: give students the skills, knowledge and understanding they need to achieve high performance in the international construction environmentdevelop students with enquiring minds, who have the abilities and confidence to work across different business functions and to lead, manage, respond to change, and tackle a range of complex construction situationsprovide the core skills required for a range of careers in construction, specifically those related to management and operationsoffer a balance between employability skills and the knowledge essential for students with entrepreneurial, employment or academic ambitionsdevelop students� understanding of the major impact that new digital technologies have on the construction environmentprovide insight into international business operations and the opportunities and challenges presented by a global marketplaceequip students with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values, and to allow flexible study to meet local and specialist needs. Units Delivered:Unit 1: Construction Design Project (Pearson-set) Unit 3: Science & Materials Unit 4: The Construction Environment Unit 6: Digital Applications for Construction Information orUnit 26: Digital Applications for Building Information Modelling orUnit 7: Surveying, Measuring & Setting-outUnit 8: Mathematics for Construction Unit 17: Civil Engineering Technology Unit 19: Principles of Structural Design Unit 21: Geotechnics & Soil Mechanics

This course is assessed by written assignments for each unit.�

We look forward to welcoming learners with passion, dedication and commitment to learning Civil Engineering at a higher level. To study this course you must be over 18 years old and have four GCSEs including mathematics and English or equivalent, and a Level 3 qualification or equivalent. Mature candidates (over 21 years of age) who can evidence a relevant work experience portfolio would be favourably considered and academic requirements may be waived, please contact our HE advisor for more information. All prospective students will be interviewed and assessed individually.

On successful completion of the course you gain a widely recognised Level 4 qualification. You will be able to demonstrate a range of subject specific skills as well as general skills and qualities relevant to employers. You could progress onto a HND or �top-up� degree or further professional qualification in the construction area. Alternatively you may wish to pursue employment opportunities in the technical construction area.