Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
The Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering offered by OXQUAL develops technical knowledge and practical competence across mechanical systems, engineering mathematics, materials, CAD, measurement, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and maintenance.
About this qualification
The Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering offered by OXQUAL develops technical knowledge and practical competence across mechanical systems, engineering mathematics, materials, CAD, measurement, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and maintenance.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals
- Engineering Mathematics
- Algebra and Applied Calculations
- Mechanical Systems and Components
- Machine Elements
- Engineering Materials
- Metals and Polymers
- Ceramics and Composites
- Technical Drawing
- CAD Fundamentals
- Engineering Documentation
- Mechanical Engineering Safety
- Precision Measurement
- Calibration Awareness
- Mechanical Instrumentation
- Thermodynamics Fundamentals
- Heat Transfer
- Fluid Mechanics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Fault Diagnosis
- Workshop Machining and Fabrication
- Practical Engineering Applications
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Mechanical Engineering Students
- Engineering Apprentices
- Mechanical Technicians
- Junior Engineers
- Manufacturing Personnel
- Engineering QA/QC Personnel
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop core mechanical-engineering competence.
- Strengthen engineering-mathematics skills.
- Improve CAD and technical-drawing knowledge.
- Develop measurement and instrumentation skills.
- Improve maintenance and fault-diagnosis competence.
- Strengthen practical workshop skills.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination, practical project and viva.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on workshop project and oral defence.
- Total Questions: 80 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 6–8 weeks (100–120 hours total).
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