Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

12 -16 months
Recognized for top-up degrees
Designed for System Integrator / Product design roles
Taught by industry professionals
Flexible Payment Plans
Evening Classes Available

Ideal for those who are looking to join Cooling/Heating, structural, product design and system integration roles. Just 12 - 16 months. Covers broad based of fundamentals.

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ABOUT THE COURSE

COURSE
OVERVIEW

Want to be an expert in Materials and Structures? Start here.

The module selection in this course is special because it is designed to attract and train mechanical engineers for the future. Unlike other institutes, we did not confine our area of study to just mechanics, but involved the aspects of electronics and programming too.

Learn core engineering subjects
Pickup essential skills for a career in engineering
Become qualified for entry-level engineering roles
Learn to work with materials
Develop critical soft skills
Boost your portfolio of work so you can impress future employers

Full-Time:

12 + 6 months
Course + Internship
(5 days per week, 3 hours each)

Part-Time:

16 + 6 months
Course + Internship
(2 days per week, up to 3 hours each)

Duration

Course Structure

This course is the equivalent of the second half of a UK, three-year honours degree and includes 180 credits.

Module Titles:

Fluid Dynamics
Thermodynamics
Energy and Environment
Introduction to Programming
Project Management
Engineering Mechanics
Engineering Mathematics
Material Science & Manufacturing
Engineering Mathematics 2
Internship

Minimum Age

18 years old
Minimum Academic Qualifications
• Students are required to have a GCE ‘A’ Level, with minimum three (3) pass, including general paper; or
• A Polytechnic or PEI diploma from non-relevant majors (Business, Social Sciences, Humanities); or
• Transfers and other equivalent qualification based on Singapore criterion may be given exemptions based on academic qualifications
• Auston Foundation Certificate Programme
• 12 years of formal education
Mature Candidates
• Mature candidates (aged 30 with minimum 8 years working experience): may be admitted on a case to case basis with a minimum of 10 years of formal education and certification that is deemed equivalent by the institute’s Academic Board. Additional measures may be taken to ensure the candidate’s suitability for the programme
English Proficiency
Students must demonstrate English proficiency that is defined as follows:
• A Pass (C6) or better for O Levels; or
• A minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; or
• An equivalent qualification with demonstrated equivalence to the CEFR at level B2 or higher.

Entry Requirements

Fees and Charges

Local Students

Application Fees:
$109

Course Fees:

$10,512.48

International Students

Application Fees:
$272.50 + $45*
*VISA Processing Fees Payable to ICA

Course Fees:
$8,611

Note for International Students:
When applying through our international representatives, (i.e. Agents) students should NOT pay any course fees, admin fees, application fees, or other wise to the agents. All fees should be paid directly to the school, as indicated in your offer letter.

Typical Career Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Mechanical Engineering Assistant

Supervises, and/or coordinates the work activities of subordinates.
Assists in the design and fabrication of mechanical engineering projects, systems, or equipment.
Performs engineering calculations by calculator or computer to solve routine engineering problems.
Assists in the development of engineering drawings including plans and specifications based on calculations.
Assists in the troubleshooting of systems and equipment and performs repair under close supervision.

Mechanical Automation Engineer

Develop all aspects of engineering design based on expertise: mechanical, electrical, safety, PLC/HMI/robotic programming
Ensure all solutions comply with product design specifications
Generate revision-controlled design and user documentation
Conduct training for equipment operators and maintenance technicians
Troubleshoot, support and continuously improve existing automated solutions
Research and development of new, cutting edge automation concepts

Maintenance Engineer

Implement/Review routine preventive maintenance programs.
Prepare budget and cost control measures for the areas under his/ her responsibilities.
Respond to emergency calls after office hours.
Plan corrective maintenance works.

THIS AWARD IS MADE BY

Auston Institute of Management is a Singapore based Higher Education provider who has been providing qualifications and upgrading opportunities to students in the Engineering and Technology industry since 1996.

Our graduates have gone on to work in many large local companies and multi-national corporations alike. Just like many of our graduates who have gone before you, this course could lead to the next stage in your career.

This course is recognized as being equivalent to the first 1.5 years of UK University and guarantees entry to the
B Eng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics) Top-Up Degree awarded by The University of the West of England, Bristol run here.

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