Sustainable Engineering Principles University Certificate in Professional Development

Program Overview

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Course overview

The government has provided funding for this course, independent of any previous or current funding you may have for educational purposes. You can apply for short course funding if you are currently in education, or already qualified to degree, master’s or PhD level. If you are funding this course with a student loan you also need to meet student loan eligibility criteria. Find out more about short course loans

This course is part of a series to develop your skills in sustainable engineering, digital engineering, sustainable manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and process automation.

You develop the knowledge and skills needed by employers and the economy.

This course is ideal if you are:

a school or further education college leaver wanting to explore a subject before committing to a full degree

unemployed and wanting to develop skills to improve your employability

a teacher looking to refresh your knowledge in a subject, or to learn new skills

in work and your performance can be enhanced by learning new knowledge and skills

returning to education after a break

currently in higher education and would like to compliment your skillset with additional knowledge and skills.

If you are funding this course with a student loan you also need to meet student loan eligibility criteria.

Other net zero and sustainable engineering short courses:

Digital Engineering

Engineering Mathematics Applications

Industry 4.0 and Process Automation

Innovation to Net Zero

Sustainable Manufacturing

You can only enrol on one short course at a time.

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Program Outline

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Sustainable Engineering Principles UCPD course | Teesside University

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Degree Overview:

This 12-week short course explores the fundamentals of sustainability and their application in engineering. Participants will learn about the importance of sustainable practices, the properties of engineering materials, and the relationship between processing, structure, properties, and performance. The course aims to:

• equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to contribute to the development of sustainable engineering solutions
• provide a foundation for further study in sustainable engineering
• enhance the employability of participants in the sustainable engineering sector

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Outline:

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Content:

• Importance of sustainability and its application in engineering
• Properties of engineering materials
• Relationships between processing, structure, properties, and performance
• Sustainability of materials for engineering applications

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Structure:

• Weeks 1-10:
• One-hour recorded online lecture per week
• Two-hour face-to-face class-based teaching (Wednesday, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• Two-hour online classes (Thursday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
• Weeks 11-12:
• Two-hour synchronous online classes (Thursday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

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Modules:

• The course content is primarily delivered through two modules:
• Module 1:
Introduction to Sustainable Engineering - covers the importance of sustainability and its application in engineering.
• Module 2: Materials for Sustainable Engineering - explores the properties of engineering materials and the relationships between processing, structure, properties, and performance.

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Hands-on Experience:

• Participants will undertake a number of laboratory-based practical sessions to gain hands-on experience with material properties.

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Assessment:

• Assessment is based on a combination of coursework, practical work, and assessments, focusing on subject knowledge, critical thinking, and skill acquisition.

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Teaching:

• The course utilizes a blended learning approach, combining online lectures, face-to-face classes, and synchronous online classes.
• Participants are provided with personalized support plans and regular feedback opportunities.
• The course is delivered by experienced faculty with expertise in sustainable engineering and materials science.

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Careers:

• Completion of the course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in various sustainable engineering fields, including:
• Design and development of sustainable products and processes
• Implementation of sustainable engineering practices in industries
• Research and development in sustainable engineering technologies
• The course also prepares individuals for further studies in sustainable engineering at the postgraduate level.

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Other:

• The course is part of a series designed to develop skills in sustainable engineering, digital engineering, sustainable manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and process automation.
• It is funded by the government and available to individuals regardless of previous educational qualifications.
• Participants can only enroll in one short course at a time.

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Additional Resources:

• More information about the course, including fees and application process, can be found on the Teesside University website.
• You can also contact the university directly through the provided email address or phone number.

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Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

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Part-time:

• Fee for applicants: £1,500
• Fee for international applicants: £4,670