C&G/ICS Basic Mechanical Engineering

Think about the number of machines that operate in our environment, keeping our working lives running smoothly and giving us more leisure time. From the cars we drive and the clothes we wash to high speed trains and power-producing turbines, mechanical engineering makes the world go round. This course is accredited by City & Guilds - the UK's leading vocational awarding body - and will give you a solid grounding in the science that lies behind those machines. You'll learn about mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics and energy, and investigate different materials used in machines. Measuring instruments and energy sources will also be examined in depth. You'll graduate with the tools you need to start assembling a rewarding career of your own.

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What will I study?

Principles of Mechanics

Study matter and the effects of force on matter. Learn how to perform a wide variety of mechanical calculations.

Reading Working Drawings

Learn how to read drawings. Examine the different line types, symbols and abbreviations.

Sources and Properties of Heat

Learn how to perform calculations involving heat. Explore the thermal properties of different materials. Examine isothermal expansion and contraction, and adiabatic expansion and contraction.

Theory of Steam Generation

Explore steam generation and superheated steam.

Measuring Instruments

Explore measuring instruments such as micrometers, vernier scales, spirit levels and various gauges. Learn when to use each instrument.

Metallic and Non-metallic Materials and the Properties of Materials

Examine the properties and uses of various metals and explore their production. Examine the properties and uses of various polymers. Consider tension, shear and factor of safety.

Tools and Materials

Learn how to use and maintain a variety of tools, and discover when it is appropriate to use each tool.

Strength of Materials

Explore the strength of materials, considering stress, strain, elasticity and stiffness.

Study with ICS in association with Hays
International Correspondence Schools Ltd (ICS) is the world's largest and most experienced distance learning organisation. ICS is a pioneer in teaching skills by home study, presenting the opportunity to learn while earning and to relate study to everyday work.