Post Graduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering
The City & Guilds level 7 Post Graduate Diploma in engineering is set at the standard of the final year of a British MEng degree course. The Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma in Engineering consists of approximately 1500 notional hours (total learning hours, including the Guided Learning Hours and self study / research).
Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:
- Two “General Compulsory” Plus
- Three “Field Compulsory”
- Any Three “Optional” units (to be selected out of 5 units).
To receive this award the candidate must complete Project 2 (unit 229).
Theory & Practical Units
Theory Unit Title Compulsory/Optional
Unit 200 Engineering Analysis General Compulsory
Unit 209 Power System Economics and Planning Field Compulsory
Unit 210 High Voltage Engineering Field Compulsory
Unit 211 Fields and Network theory Field Compulsory
Unit 213 Digital System Design Optional
Unit 215 Modern Control Systems Optional
Unit 217 Power Electronics Optional
Unit 218 Internet Technologies Optional
Unit 219 Computer System Engineering Optional
Unit 229 Project 2 General Compulsory
Summary of the Units
General Compulsory = 02 Units (Including a Project Unit: 229)
Field Compulsory = 03 Units
Optional = 03 Units
TOTAL = (07 Theory Units and a Project)
Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Project work to be carried out throughout the course.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements for Level 7
- City & Guilds Graduate Diploma (Level 6) completed in the relevant technology.
- B.E/B.S (Engineering), B.S Technology completed after 4 years of Intermediate.
- B-Tech (Hons) in the relevant technology from HEC recognized Universities.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
Course Information
VENUE: | NICON TEVTA CAMPUS |
CLASS START DATE: | Continuous Unit Based Admission |
TIMINGS: | Flexible Hours |
PROPOSED DURATION: | Recommended, 18 months (3 Semester) |
CLASS DURATION: | Flexible Timing & Weekend Classes |
EXAMINATION: | June-July (Every Year) |
Post Graduate Diploma in Civil Engineering
Introduction
The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Engineering is set at the standard of final (third) year of a British BEng (Hons) degree. It consists of 1800 notional hours (total learning hours including the Guided Learning Hours and self study / research).
Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:
- Three “General Compulsory” Plus
- Four “Field Compulsory”
- Any Four “Optional” units.
To receive this award the candidate must complete Project 1 (unit 139).
Theory & Practical Units
Theory |
Practical |
Unit Title |
Compulsory/Optional |
Unit 100 |
— |
Engineering Mathematics |
General Compulsory |
Unit 101 |
— |
Management for Engineers |
General Compulsory |
Unit 102 |
602 |
Mechanics of Solids and Basic structural Analysis |
Field Compulsory |
Unit 103 |
603 |
Hydraulics and Hydrology |
Field Compulsory |
Unit 104 |
604 |
Engineering Surveying |
Field Compulsory |
Unit 105 |
605 |
Soil Mechanics and Engineering Geology |
Field Compuslory |
Unit 106 |
606 |
Building Engineering |
Optional |
Unit 107 |
607 |
Quantity Surveying |
Optional |
Unit 108 |
608 |
Highway Engineering |
Optional |
Unit 109 |
609 |
Irrigation Engineering |
Optional |
Unit 110 |
610 |
Water and Waste Engineering |
Optional |
Unit 111 |
611 |
Strucutral Analysis |
Optional |
Unit 139 |
— |
Project 1 |
General Compulsory |
Summary of Units
General Compulsory | = | 03 Units (including a Project Unit : 139) |
Field Compulsory | = | 04 Units |
Optional | = | 04 Units |
Total | = | (10 Theory Units + 08 Practical Units + Compulsory Project Unit) |
Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Project work to be carried out throughout the course.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements for Level 6
- City & Guilds Advanced Technician Diploma (Level 5).
- Edexcel HND (Level 5) completed in the relevant technology.
- B-Tech (Pass) in the relevant technology from HEC recognized Universities.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
Course Information
VENUE: | NICON TEVTA CAMPUS |
CLASS START DATE: | Continuous Unit Based Admission |
TIMINGS: | Flexible Hours |
PROPOSED DURATION: | Recommended, 18 months (3 Semester) |
CLASS DURATION: | Flexible Timing & Weekend Classes |
EXAMINATION: | June-July (Every Year) |
CIVIL ENGINEERING (DCE)
Civil Engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including works like roads, bridges, canals, dams, and buildings. Civil engineering is traditionally broken into a number of sub-disciplines. Civil engineering takes place in the public sector from municipal through to national governments, and in the private sector from individual homeowners through to international companies.
Course Benefits
You will be able to learn the science of Construction engineering. This program will enable you to polish your skill set in construction & the built environment particularly including but not limited to surveying, health & safety, Computer Aided Design. You would also be able to do site surveying and to evaluate the cost of building material and preparation of material statements & BOQs.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone desirous to join Construction Industry either as a Surveying Specialist, Health & Safety Specialist or CAD Specialist. Student having minimum intermediate or above qualification are more likely to draw more benefits out of this program.
Award of Diploma*
Diploma in Civil Engineering (DCE) will be awarded by Pearson Assured (UK)-subject to meeting minimum assessment criteria requirements. Pearson Assured Certificate/Diploma may also be attested by British Council and Foreign Office (Government of Pakistan) for the purpose of seeking job.
Why Pearson Assured?
- Pearson has presence in over 100 countries.
- Pearson is UK’s Largest Education & Awarding Body
- Pearson is World’s Leading Awarding Organization.
- Pearson is Globally Recognized and Respected Org.
- Pearson has over 100 years of edu. & training exp.
Pearson has int. employers including BT, McDonalds.
Course Contents
MANDATORY UNITS
- IT Applications for Construction
- Design Principles for Construction
- Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment
Specialization Semester(s)
Select any two specializations from the given below pathways.
SPECIALIZATION OPTION – 1 HEALTH AND SAFETY FOR CONSTRUCTION
- Health and Safety in Construction Industry
- Fire Safety
- Project
SPECIALIZATION OPTION – 2 SURVEYING
- Civil Surveyor
- Quantity Surveyor
- Project
SPECIALIZATION OPTION – 3 COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (2D/3D)
- AutoCAD (2D/3D) for Construction
- 3D Studio Max for Construction
- Project
Bonus Unit:
“Employability Skills” is a Bonus Unit,
which will be taught to all students of DCE.
COURSE DETAILS
1 Month, 3 Days / Week,
1.5 Hrs / Day
Every Monday & Thursday
9am to 9pm (Flexible Hrs)
CIVIL SURVEYOR (CS)
Civil surveyor course covers the design and construction of railways, roads, airports, bridges, pipelines, water supply pipes, power stations and a whole range of industrial, commercial and private buildings. Civil surveyors are involved with each stage of a project from design and estimating, to setting out and construction. After completion, they monitor the condition and performance of installations.
Who Should Attend?
Any one desirous to join Construction Industry as a Civil Surveyor can do this course. Students having minimum Matric & Above Qualifications are more likely to draw more benefits out of course.
Course Contents
- Introduction of CS
- Classification of survey
- Principles of survey
- Chain survey
- Plotting of chain survey
- Compass survey
- Bearing system
- Instrument of Survey
- Adjustment of Levels
- Types of scales
- Leveling, Contouring
- Cut, fill of Earth work
- Plain table survey
- Methods of plane table
- Total Station
- GPS System
QUANTITY SURVEYOR (QS)
A quantity surveyor (QS) is a professional working within the construction industry concerned with building costs. The profession is one that provides a qualification gained following formal education, specific training and experience that provides a general set of skills that are then applied to a diverse variety of problems.
Who Should Attend?
You will be able to estimate the construction material according to project You can evaluate the cost of building materials & preparation of materials statement and B.O.Qs.
Course Contents
- Introduction
- Building estimates
- Analysis of materials
- Roads estimates
- Earth works estimates
- Sewerage system
- Evaluation
- Trigonometry
- Frame structures
Autodesk Revit is building information modeling software used to design a building and structure and its components. Revit can be used as a very powerful collaboration tool between different disciplines (Architecture, Structure, and MEP) in the building design sphere.
Who Should Attend?
Student, Architects, structural Engineers, MEP Engineers and the professionals from construction industry or intended to join.
Benefits
Precise, efficient and Quick drafting , modeling and Landscaping, Structural details with Accurate Estimation of Quantities and Cost.
Course Contents
- Introduction to Revit and BIM
- User Interface
- Grids & Levels
- Design of Walls
- Edit & Modify tools
- Design of Floor and Roof
- Adding Doors & Windows
- Ceiling Design
- Stairs & Railing Design
- Placing Components
- Annotation tools
- Design of Structure
- Bracing structure
- Design of Trusses
- Analysis of the Structure
- MEP Design
- Generic modeling
- Topography
- Import and export files.
- Camera &walkthrough
- Lights & Rendering
- Schedule of Items
- Quantities & cost estimation
- Creating Sheet & Printing
LEVEL 6 (Qualification Code 9210-01)
GRADUATE DIPLOMA
IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
Introduction
The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Engineering is set at the standard of final (third) year of a British BEng (Hons) degree. It consists of 1800 notional hours (total learning hours including the Guided Learning Hours and self study / research).
Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:
- Three “General Compulsory” Plus
- Four “Field Compulsory”
- Any Four “Optional” units.
To receive this award the candidate must complete Project 1 (unit 139).
Theory & Practical Units
Theory Practical Unit Title Compulsory/Optional
Unit 100 — Engineering Mathematics General Compulsory
Unit 101 — Management for Engineers General Compulsory
Unit 102 602 Mechanics of Solids and Basic structural Analysis Field Compulsory
Unit 103 603 Hydraulics and Hydrology Field Compulsory
Unit 104 604 Engineering Surveying Field Compulsory
Unit 105 605 Soil Mechanics and Engineering Geology Field Compulsory
Unit 106 606 Building Engineering Optional
Unit 107 607 Quantity Surveying Optional
Unit 108 608 Highway Engineering Optional
Unit 109 609 Irrigation Engineering Optional
Unit 110 610 Water and Waste Engineering Optional
Unit 111 611 Structural Analysis Optional
Unit 139 —– Project 1 General Compulsory
Summary of Units
General Compulsory = 03 Units (Including a Project Unit: 139)
Field Compulsory = 04 Units
Optional = 04 Units
TOTAL = (10 Theory Units + 08 Practical Units + Compulsory Project Unit)
Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Project work to be carried out throughout the course.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements for Level 6
- City & Guilds Advanced Technician Diploma (Level 5).
- Edexcel HND (Level 5) completed in the relevant technology.
- B-Tech (Pass) in the relevant technology from HEC recognized Universities.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
Course Information
- VENUE: NICON TVET CAMPUS
- CLASS START DATE: Continuous Unit Based Admission
- TIMINGS: Flexible Hrs
- PROPOSED DURATION: Recommended: 18 months (3 Semesters)
- CLASS DURATION: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
- EXAMINATIONS: June-July (Every Year)
LEVEL 6 (Qualification Code 9210-01)
GRADUATE DIPLOMA
IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction
The Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Engineering is set at the standard of final (third) year of a British BEng (Hons) degree. It consists of 1800 notional hours (total learning hours including the Guided Learning Hours and self study / research).
Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:
- Three “General Compulsory” Plus
- Four “Field Compulsory”
- Any Four “Optional” units.
To receive this award the candidate must complete Project 1 (unit 139).
Theory & Practical Units
Theory Practical Unit Title Compulsory/Optional
Unit 100 Engineering Mathematics General Compulsory
Unit 101 Management for Engineers General Compulsory
Unit 112 612 Circuits and waves Field Compulsory
Unit 114 614 Electrical Energy System Field Compulsory
Unit 115 615 Electrical Machines and Drives Field Compulsory
Unit 116 616 Electronics and Telecommunications Field Compulsory
Unit 118 618 Communication Systems Optional
Unit 121 —— Computer Networks Optional
Unit 123 —— Computer Architecture and Operation Systems Optional
Unit 124 —— Database Management Optional
Unit 127 —— Software Engineering Optional
Unit 136 636 Control Systems Optional
Unit 139 Project 1 General Compulsory
Summary of Units
General Compulsory = 03 Units (Including a Project Unit: 139)
Field Compulsory = 04 Units
Optional = 04 Units
TOTAL = 11 Units (10 Theory units and a Project unit + Practical)
Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Project work to be carried out throughout the course.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments. LEVEL6
Entry Requirements for Level 6
- City & Guilds Advanced Technician Diploma (Level 5).
- Edexcel HND (Level 5) completed in the relevant technology.
- B-Tech (Pass) in the relevant technology from HEC recognized Universities.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
Course Information
- VENUE: NICON TVET CAMPUS
- CLASS START DATE: Continuous Unit Based Admission
- TIMINGS: Flexible Hrs
- PROPOSED DURATION: Recommended: 18 months (3 Semesters)
- CLASS DURATION: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
- EXAMINATIONS: June-July (Every Year)
LEVEL 5 (Qualification Code: 6165-23)
LEVEL 5 (Qualification Code: 6165-23)
IVQ TECHNICIAN ADVANCED
DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL &
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
A. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction
International Vocational Qualifications (IVQ’s) are designed to measure the knowledge and practical skills of learners and are designed specifically for the international marketplace. These are available at three levels; Technician Certificate, Technician Diploma and Advanced Technician Diploma. At the successful completion of Advanced Technician Diploma (City & Guilds Level 5), one is eligible to apply for Incorporated Engineer Stages (EC-UK) which will lead you to become a Chartered Engineer.
Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:
- Two “Compulsory Theory” Units Plus
- Any One “Optional Theory” Units
- Two “Compulsory Practical” Units Plus
- Any One “Optional Practical” Units
Theory & Practical Units
Theory Practical Unit Title Compulsory/Optional
Unit 8030 220 Engineering Project Compulsory
Unit 8030 221 Advanced Practical Principles Compulsory
Unit 8030 222 Control System Applications Optional
Unit 8030 223 Distribution & Utilization of Electrical Energy Optional
Unit 8030 224 Generation & Supply f Electrical Energy Optional
Unit 8030 226 Electrical Plant & Equipment Optional
Unit 8030 227 Advanced Mathematics Optional
Summary of Units
Compulsory Theory Units = 02
Optional Theory Units = 01
Compulsory Practical Units = 02
Optional Practical Units = 01
Total Units = 06
COURSE INFORMATION
Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
Introduction
Entry Requirements for Level 5
- City & Guilds Technician Diploma (Level 3).
- Edexcel Higher National Certificate (HNC / Level 4) in the relevant technology.
- Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in the related technology.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
Course Information:
VENUE: NICON TVET CAMPUS
CLASS START DATE: Continuous Admission
TIMINGS: Flexible Hrs
PROPOSED DURATION: Recommended: 12 months (2 Semesters)
CLASS DURATION: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
EXAMINATIONS: June & December (Every Year)
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LEVEL 3 (Qualification Code: 6165-20)
IVQ TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA
IN CONSTRUCTION
A. CONSTRUCTION
Introduction
International Vocational Qualifications (IVQ’s) are designed to measure the knowledge and practical skills of learners and are designed specifically for the international marketplace. These are available at three levels; Technician Certificate, Technician Diploma and Advanced Technician Diploma. At the successful completion of Advanced Technician Diploma (City & Guilds Level 5), one is eligible to apply for Incorporated Engineer Stages (EC-UK) which will lead you to become a Chartered Engineer.Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:- Five “Compulsory Theory” Units Plus
- Any One “Optional Theory” Unit
- Four “Compulsory Practical” Units
- Any One “Optional Practical” unit.
Theory Units
Theory Unit Title Compulsory/Optional
Unit 6165-002 Basic Construction Skills Principles Compulsory*
Unit 6165-021 Applied Scientific Techniques 2 Principles Compulsory
Unit 6165-022 Drawing & Surveying Techniques 2 Principles Compulsory
Unit 6165-023 Construction Techniques 2 Principles Compulsory
Unit 6165-031 Environment Science & Construction Techniques 3 Principles Compulsory
Unit 6165-041 Construction Measurement 3 Principles Optional
Unit 6165-042 Designing for Construction 3 Principles Optional
Unit 6165-043 Construction Mathematics 3 Principles Optional
Unit 6165-044 Structural Mechanics 3 Principles OptionalPractical Units
Practical Unit Title Compulsory
6165-121 Applied Scientific Techniques 2 Practice Compulsory
6165-122 Drawing Surveying Techniques 2 Practice Compulsory
6165-123 Construction Techniques 2 Practice Compulsory
6165-131 Environment Science & Construction Techniques 3 Practice Compulsory
Note: One related Practical will be conducted for the Optional Theory Unit selected from above. i.e 6165-141 / 142 / 143 / 144.
* (Exempted for Level 2 Pass)Summary of Units
Compulsory Theory Units = 05
Optional Theory Unit = 01
Compulsory Practical Units = 04
Optional Practical Unit = 01
Total Units = 11 or (10-Based on Exemption)
COURSE INFORMATION
Assessment Types- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
Entry Requirements for Level 3
- City & Guilds (Level 2) Pass in related technology
- F.Sc / Intermediate
- GCE “A Level”
- or Equivalent
Course Information
Venue: NICON TVET CAMPUS
Proposed Duration: Recommended: 6 months (1 Semester)
Class Duration: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
Class Start Date: Continuous Admission
Timings: Flexible Hrs
Examinations: June & December (Every Year)
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LEVEL 3 (Qualification Code: 8030-22)
IVQ TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA
IN ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC
ENGINEERING
A. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGIntroduction
International Vocational Qualifications (IVQ’s) are designed to measure the knowledge and practical skills of learners and are designed specifically for the international marketplace. These are available at three levels; Technician Certificate, Technician Diploma and Advanced Technician Diploma. At the successful completion of Advanced Technician Diploma (City & Guilds Level 5), one is eligible to apply for Incorporated Engineer Stages (EC-UK) which will lead you to become a Chartered Engineer.Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:- Two “Compulsory Theory” Units Plus
- Two “Compulsory Practical” Units
Theory Units
Theory Unit Title Compulsory
Unit 8030-210 Engineering Fundamentals 2 Compulsory
Unit 8030-214 Electrical Power CompulsoryPractical Units
Practical Unit Title Compulsory
8030-211 Computer & Aided Communication Practical Assignments Compulsory
8030-215 Electrical Power Practical Assignments CompulsorySummary of Units
Compulsory Theory Units = 02
Compulsory Practical Units = 02
Total Units = 04Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements for Level 3- City & Guilds (Level 2) Pass in related technology
- F.Sc / Intermediate
- GCE “A Level”
- or Equivalent
Course Information
Venue: NICON TVET CAMPUS
Proposed Duration: Recommended: 6 months (1 Semester)
Class Duration: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
Class Start Date: Continuous Admission
Timings: Flexible Hrs
Examinations: June & December (Every Year)
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LEVEL 2 (Qualification Code: 6165-10)
IVQ TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE
IN CONSTRUCTION
Introduction
International Vocational Qualifications (IVQ’s) are designed to measure the knowledge and practical skills of learners and are designed specifically for the international marketplace. These are available at three levels; Technician Certificate, Technician Diploma and Advanced Technician Diploma. At the successful completion of Advanced Technician Diploma (City & Guilds Level 5), one is eligible to apply for Incorporated Engineer Stages (EC-UK) which will lead you to become a Chartered Engineer.
Qualification Structure
To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:- Three “Compulsory Theory” Units plus
- Two “Compulsory Practical” Units
- Any One “Optional Practical” Unit.
Theory Units
Theory Unit Title Compulsory
Unit 6165-001 Core Construction Skills Principles Compulsory
Unit 6165-002 Basic Construction Skills Principles Compulsory
Unit 6165-011 Construction Technician Principles 1 CompulsoryPractical Units
Practical Unit Title Compulsory/Optional
6165-101 Core Construction Skills Practices Compulsory
6165-111 Construction Technician 1 Practices Compulsory
6165-102 Timber Vocations Basic Skills Practice Optional
6165-103 Trowel Vocations Basic Skills Practice Optional
6165-104 Painting & Decoration Basic Skills Practice Optional
6165-105 Plumbing Basic Skills Practice Optional
6165-106 Refrigerating & AC Basic Skills Practice Optional
6165-107 Electrical Installation Basic Skills Practice OptionalSummary of Units
Compulsory Theory Units = 03
Compulsory Practical Units = 02
Optional Practical Unit = 01
Total Units = 06
Assessment Types- Dated Entry / Written Exam (MCQs).
- Practical Assignments / Assessments.
Entry Requirements for Level 2
- Matric with Science
- GCE /O Level
- or Equivalent
Course Information
Venue: NICON TVET CAMPUS
Proposed Duration: Recommended: 6 months (1 Semester)
Class Duration: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
Class Start Date: Continuous Admission
Timings: Flexible Hrs
Examinations: June & December (Every Year)
LEVEL 2 (Qualification Code: 8030-21)
IVQ TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE
IN ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
Introduction
International Vocational Qualifications (IVQ’s) are designed to measure the knowledge and practical skills of learners and are designed specifically for the international marketplace. These are available at three levels; Technician Certificate, Technician Diploma and Advanced Technician Diploma. At the successful completion of Advanced Technician Diploma (City & Guilds Level 5), one is eligible to apply for Incorporated Engineer Stages (EC-UK) which will lead you to become a Chartered Engineer.
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Qualification Structure
The To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete:
• Two ”Compulsory Theory” Units
• Two “Compulsory Practical” Units
Theory Units
Theory Unit Title Compulsory
Unit 8030-200 Engineering Fundamentals 1 Compulsory
Unit 8030-202 Electrical & Electronic Applications Compulsory
Practical Units
Practical Unit Title Compulsory
8030-201 Engineering Fundamentals Practical Assignments 1 Compulsory
8030-203 Electrical & Electronic Applications Practical Assignments Compulsory
Summary of Units
Compulsory Theory Units = 02
Compulsory Practice Units = 02
Total Units = 04
Assessment Types
• Dated Entry / Written Exam (MCQs).
• Practical Assignments / Assessments.
COURSE INFORMATION
Entry Requirements for Level 2
• Matric with Science
• GCE /O Level
• or Equivalent
Course Information
Venue: NICON TVET CAMPUS
Proposed Duration: Recommended: 6 months (1 Semester)
Class Duration: Flexible Timings & Weekend Classes
Class Start Date: Continuous Admission
Timings: Flexible Hrs
Examinations: June & December (Every Year)
Quality Assurance (QA) Role
Below is a brief over view of the responsibilities of the three key roles in the quality assurance of the assessment of practical skills.
1. Assessor
a. Plan the assessment
b. Discuss process with learner
c. Conduct the assessment
d. Observe learner performance
e. Record learner performance against assessment criteria
f. Feedback outcome
2. Internal Verifier
a. Discuss assessment strategy with assessor team
b. Maintain assessment sampling plan which covers all assessors
c. Observe assessment taking place
d. Feedback on performance to assessor
e. Guide where necessary
f. Ensure standard approach across assessor team
f. Feedback outcome
3. External Verifier
a. Plan external verification visit with relevant centre staff
b. Carry out visit, covering
i) Observation of candidate assessment
ii) Check of records
iii) Staff & learner interviews
iv) Feedback and support
v) Action plan
c. Complete visit report
d. Make recommendation
e. Return report to local City & Guilds office
Quality Assurance for the Assessment of Practical Skills
Quality Assurance for the Assessment of Practical Skills
Approved centers are responsible for assessment and internal verification / quality assurance whilst City & Guilds is responsible for external quality assurance.
The assessment criteria provided in the qualification handbook must be rigorously followed, recorded and tracked through the center’s quality assurance procedures. A typical example would be the assessment of a learner out a practical task.
Assessment Methods
- One Written question paper for each unit
- A Practical Project
Assessment Types
- Dated Entry / Written Exam.
- Project work is carried out throughout the course.
- Assessment types for each level are mentioned on their respective pages.
Progression into Professional Registration
The City & Guilds Graduate and Post Graduate Diplomas in Engineering have been developed to provide a flexible route to career success as a professional engineer.
City & Guilds is working with the UK’S leading professional institutions to ensure that the qualifications are aligned with the requirements for incorporated Engineer [Graduate Diploma] and Chartered Engineer [Post Graduate Diploma] registration.
The register of Chartered Engineers [CEng] and Incorporated Engineers [lEng] is held by the Engineering Council, the UK regulatory body for the Engineering Profession. The Engineering Council sets and maintains the internationally recognized standards of professional competence and ethics that govern the award and retention of these titles.
To become a professionally qualified, candidates must be a member of a licensed Professional Engineering Institution, who will act as the awarding body for their registration. IET, IMechE and ICE are the three largest licensed Professional Engineering Institutions in the UK, allowed to assess candidates for inclusion on their register of Professional Engineers.
Institute of Civil Engineering (ICE)
The Institution of Civil Engineering [ICE] was founded in 1818 and is dedicated to foster and promote the art and science of civil engineering .Today , the institution represents nearly 80,000 members worldwide .ICE is a qualifying body a center for the exchange of specialist knowledge in Civil Engineering and a provider of resources to encourage innovation and excellence in the profession worldwide. The Institution of Civil Engineering (ICE) welcomes applications from holders of the following City and Guilds qualifications:
- Graduate Diploma in Civil Engineering for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration.
- Post Graduate Diploma in Civil Engineering for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration.
ICE and City & Guilds are working together to ensure the qualifications are aligned with the registration requirements for Incorporated Engineering (for the Graduate Diploma) and Chartered Engineer (for Post Graduate Diploma), which will be considered individually by the Institution’s Academic Qualifications Panel.
Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Founded 140 years ago the IET is one of the world’s leading professional societies for the engineering and technology community. The IET has more than 150,000 members in 127 countries with active networks of members in 37 countries. To support its worldwide membership it has offices in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific.
IET’s activities include membership and professional development, professional registration under licence from the Engineering Council publishing and events as well as government and stake holder engagement on engineering related policy issues. IET also produces independent authoritative fact files and briefings on key topics.
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) welcomes applications from holders of the following City & Guilds qualifications:
- Graduate Diplomas for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) registration:
- Graduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Graduate Diploma in Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering.
- Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
- Post Graduate Diplomas for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration:
- Post Graduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Post Graduate Diploma in Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering.
- Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
IET and City & Guilds are working together to ensure the Qualifications are aligned with registration requirements for Incorporated Engineer (for the Graduate Diploma) and Chartered Engineer (for the Postgraduate Diploma).
Entry Requirements
NICON is proudly offering Engineering Qualifications of City & Guilds (UK) from Level 2 to Level 7 (A Pathway to become a British Qualified Chartered Engineer) recognized by Engineering Council-UK and Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) as listed at S. No 111 of the Second Schedule of Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) website. URL: www.pec.com
Acceptance of other local qualifications would be subject to City & Guilds checks and approval. City & Guilds branch / local office in Pakistan will/should be contacted for more details/ up-dated information about the eligible qualifications. For updated entry requirements, please contact the relevant awarding body.
Entry Requirements for various levels of City & Guilds qualifications are as under:
Post Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Level 7)
- City & Guilds Graduate Diploma (Level 6) completed in the relevant technology.
- B.E/B.S (Engineering), B.S Technology completed after 4 years of Intermediate / F.Sc / A-Level.
- B-Tech (Hons) in the relevant technology from HEC recognized Universities.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted with the approval of City & Guilds.
Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Level 6)
- City & Guilds Advanced Technician Diploma (Level 5) completed in the relevant technology.
- Edexcel HND (Level 5) completed in the relevant technology.
- B-Tech (Pass) in the relevant technology from HEC recognized Universities.
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted with the approval of City & Guilds.
Advanced Technician Diploma (Level 5)
- City & Guilds Technician Diploma (Level 3)
- Edexcel Higher National Certificate (HNC/ Level 4) in the relevant technology.
- Diploma of Associate Engineers (DAE) in the related technology (Civil/Electrical/Electronics).
- Holders of other/ equivalent qualifications may be accepted with the approval of City & Guilds.
Technician Diploma (Level 3)
- City & Guilds (Level 2) in related technology
- F.Sc / Intermediate
- GCE “A Level”
- or Equivalent
Technician Diploma (Level 2)
- Matric with Science
- GCE /O Level
- or Equivalent