Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

This course comprises three related qualifications that together provide a clear pathway to the BSc (Hons) Aircraft Maintenance Engineering. The supporting qualifications - Higher National Certificate (HNC) and Higher National Diploma (HND) - are studied in successive years as part of a three-year full-time programme, or over six years part-time.

The course and its progression pathway are specifically designed to develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding required for a successful career in the aviation industry. The units of study across the programme are closely aligned with the knowledge and examination elements of the UK CAA Part-66 Certifying Engineer's Licence, giving you a strong advantage when seeking employment in aircraft maintenance.

To gain a UK CAA Category B Licence, you must complete five years of practical experience working on live aircraft after passing the Part-66 examinations. Depending on your level of experience, and provided that all Part-66 exams have been successfully completed, you may be eligible to apply for a Category A Licence after three years of experience.

In addition, graduates of the HND or BSc top-up programmes have access to a wide range of aerospace-related careers in manufacturing, maintenance, and repair/overhaul across the Midlands. The programme is also aligned with the academic requirements for professional recognition as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) when combined with the BSc top-up.

Course Modules

Level 4 – HNC Modules (120 Credits)
• SOL401ENG – Engineering Mathematics (15 Credits) *
• SOL402ENG – Engineering Science (30 Credits) *
• SOL403ENG – Electrical Fundamentals (30 Credits) *
• SOL404ENG – Aircraft Materials and Hardware (15 Credits) *
• SOL405ENG – Aerodynamics (15 Credits) *
• SOL406ENG – Employability Skills and Human Factors (15 Credits) *

Level 5 – HND Modules (120 Credits)
• SOL501ENG – Electronic Fundamentals (15 Credits) *
• SOL502ENG – Aircraft Maintenance and Professional Practices (30 Credits) *
• SOL503ENG – Aviation Legislation (15 Credits) *
• SOL504ENG – Gas Turbine Engine Science (30 Credits) *
• SOL505ENG – Piston Engine Science (15 Credits)
• SOL506ENG – Physics of Propellers (15 Credits) *

Level 6 – BSc (Top-Up) Modules (120 Credits)
• SOL601ENG – Digital Techniques (15 Credits) *
• SOL602ENG – Electronic Instrument Systems (15 Credits) *
• SOL603ENG – Aircraft Structures (15 Credits) *
• SOL604ENG – Aircraft Systems (30 Credits) *
• SOL605ENG – Advanced Aerodynamics (15 Credits) *
• SOL606ENG – Individual Project (30 Credits)

*Aligned to UKCAA module requirements

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