Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 12/06/2022
College College Eng and Physical Sci
School School of Engineering
Department Civil Engineering
Partner College and School
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title FdSc Civil and Railway Engineering Part-time.
Programme Code 897G
Delivery Location Joint Institutions
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 3 Year(s)
Accreditations This programme has no outside accreditations
Aims of the Programme Widening participation and addressing the skills gap in this sector above KEY Stage 4 in the West Midlands, are the two aims of the programme. The programme is distinctive in that it is aimed towards students who would not normally qualify for entry to a UoB degree programme. The experience of NCATI in working in further education and with small cohorts of students requiring different study support from those at UoB is used to enable students to make the step up to Higher Education. Students graduating with the Foundation Degree (which is validated by UoB) who pass all modules will be accepted for entry to the third year of one of two BEng/MEng programmes; Civil Engineering or Civil and Railway Engineering. They will graduate from UoB after one year BEng/two years MEng of honours level study. The Foundation Degree is validated under a collaborative provision agreement that ensures a benchmarking of student attainment against UoB assessments and quality assurance in line with UoB processes.

Students will also be encouraged and assisted to find placement opportunities, with guidance as required from UoB under the collaborative provision agreement. The skills gained are aligned with the UKSPEC Learning Outcomes for accredited programmes: the curriculum map and learning outcomes are also aligned with Years 1 and 2 of the equivalent UoB programmes.

The Foundation Degree is a qualification in its own right and students may stop their academic journey after two years at NCATI with FdEng. The programme specification is for the Foundation Degree only. Graduates from the Foundation Degree who do not progress to UoB will be expected to find employment, in transport, information technology, construction sectors; the scheme is intended to impact the local region.
Programme Outcomes
Students are expected to have Knowledge and Understanding of: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
AHEP4 F1 Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F3. Use appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F4. Select and use technical literature and other sources of information to address broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F5. Select and use technical literature and other sources of information to address broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F6. Apply a systematic approach to the solution of broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F7. Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F8. Identify ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct
AHEP4 F9. Identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity
AHEP4 F10. Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks
AHEP4 F11. Recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion
AHEP4 F12. Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F13. Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes
AHEP4 F14. Recognise the need for quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of broadly-defined problems
AHEP4 F15. Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context and project management
AHEP4 F16. Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team
AHEP4 F17. Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
AHEP4 F18. Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD
Lectures; Tutorials and group work; Problem classes; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories; Guided study; Research project, site visits
Lectures; Tutorials and group work; Problem classes; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories; Guided study; Research project, site visits
Students are expected to have attained the following Skills and other Attributes: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
All Learning Outcomes are listed under the Knowledge and Understanding section
Lectures; Tutorials and group work; Problem classes; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories; Guided study; Research project, site visits
Lectures; Tutorials and group work; Problem classes; Web-based and conventional guided learning; Computer-based workshops; Group design work; Independent design work; Laboratories; Guided study; Research project, site visits