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Level 6 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

The Level 6 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering offered by OXQUAL develops advanced technical and managerial competence in mechanical design, thermodynamics, fluid systems, materials, manufacturing, automation, renewable energy and engineering project management.

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Practical learning
Practical learning Build knowledge and skills for professional progression.
Overview

About this qualification

The Level 6 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering offered by OXQUAL develops advanced technical and managerial competence in mechanical design, thermodynamics, fluid systems, materials, manufacturing, automation, renewable energy and engineering project management.

Professional development
Professional development Build practical knowledge for real-world opportunities

Career-focused

Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.

Curriculum

What you'll cover

Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:

  1. Advanced Thermodynamics
  2. Heat Transfer
  3. Machine Element Design
  4. Stress and Fatigue Analysis
  5. Fluid Mechanics
  6. Pumps and Turbines
  7. Hydraulic Systems
  8. Materials Science
  9. Failure Analysis
  10. Advanced Manufacturing
  11. Process Optimisation
  12. Additive Manufacturing Awareness
  13. Engineering Project Management
  14. Cost Control
  15. CAD and 3D Modelling
  16. Finite Element Analysis Awareness
  17. Computational Fluid Dynamics Awareness
  18. Instrumentation and Control
  19. Automation Systems
  20. Renewable Energy Integration
  21. Sustainable Engineering
  22. Capstone Engineering Project
Who this qualification is designed for
Audience
Audience

Who it's designed for

This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:

  • Mechanical Engineers
  • Advanced Engineering Students
  • Manufacturing Professionals
  • Engineering Supervisors
  • Project Managers
  • Energy-Sector Professionals
Benefits of this qualification
Benefits
Benefits

What you'll gain

Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:

  • Develop advanced mechanical-engineering competence.
  • Strengthen engineering design and analysis.
  • Improve manufacturing and optimisation skills.
  • Develop automation and simulation awareness.
  • Strengthen engineering project management.
  • Improve sustainable-energy integration knowledge.
Assessment

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 engineering project and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 120 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 9–12 months (600–800 hours total).
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