Aeronautical Engineering - Mechatronics / Robotics (PLA)
About this course
This intensive part time course, covers two modules of EAL Level 3 Certificate in Robotics and Automation Modules: Unit 4 Robot Processes and Functions and Unit 7 Robot Programming, is ideal for all learners who are interested in both Mechatronics and Robotics.
The course will provide you with the core skills and knowledge required to control and manipulate an industrial robot. The course gives you the fantastic opportunity to learn about various parts of mechatronics systems topics including sensors, actuators and control in theory, simulation and physical construction and builds.
The course is 6 hours per day for a week.
Mature Applicants: We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants.
By the end of the course, the learners will have achieved a nationally recognised EAL Level 3 certificate in Robotics and Automation of Units 4 and 7.
This FREE course is only available to adults that are eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). Personal Learning Accounts, funded by the Welsh Government, are available to employed adults living in Wales that wish to develop skills to progress or change career.
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What you will study
On successful completion of these two units students will be able to:
- Understand industrial robot processes and functions by examining the design and operational characteristics of a mechatronic system.
- Operate an industrial robot in a safe manner to execute a pre-existing programme.
- Program an industrial robot.
- Solve faults on mechatronic systems using a range of techniques and methods.
Course fee per year
Part-time enrolment fee: £0.00
Facilities
The course is based at CAVC’s International Centre for Aerospace. It offers a truly unique learning experience with ‘themed’ and high-tech classrooms, including LABs Robotics and dedicated workshops. Equipped with tools, machinery and software, it exposes the learner to a professional environment adopted in the Robotics and Mechatronics industry such Sawyer Rethink Robot arm, AR10 Humanoid Hand, two Universal Robots and Pepper robot.
Two Universal Robots will be available to study, work on and program.
Entry requirements
Learners must be at least 16 years old. Applicants who hold three GCSE Grade A* to D or equivalent. To include A* to D in ICT and English subjects. Learners must have the potential to achieve all aspects of the course. In particular, learners should be able to demonstrate that they have the minimum levels of literacy and numeracy required to comply with the health and safety aspects of the scheme, the completion of the learning outcomes, and the assessments.
Important points
- The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
- Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
- Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
- Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
- Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
- All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
- Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
- Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
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Career prospects & further study
Upon successful completion you can progress onto advanced topics in Robotics and Mechatronics projects and applications by studying other modules of EAL courses.
By the end of the course, the learners will have achieved a nationally recognised EAL Level 3 certificate in Robotics and Automation of Units 4 and 7.
You can also study our full time course and as College we are linked with many companies that open the opportunities for work and industry.
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