Level 5 Diploma in Mechanical Technology – Vehicles / MoD
Program Description
The Level 5 Diploma in Mechanical Technology - Vehicles program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to maintain and repair military vehicles. Students will learn about engine systems, drive trains, suspension systems, and electrical systems commonly found in military vehicles. The program typically includes hands-on training in equipment diagnosis, maintenance procedures, and repair techniques specific to military vehicles. Graduates of this program may pursue careers as military vehicle mechanics, maintenance technicians, or related roles in the defense industry.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, the graduates will be able to:
1. Apply knowledge, repair/troubleshooting techniques, metal working skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve technically and practically defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
2. Collaborate effectively in a team environment to coordinate and complete maintenance tasks on military vehicles.
3. Apply knowledge of specialized military vehicle maintenance procedures, including preventive maintenance schedules and inspections.
4. Utilize diagnostic tools and equipment to identify mechanical issues and perform corrective actions in compliance with military standards and Safety procedure.
5. Utilize diagnostic tools and equipment to identify mechanical issues and perform corrective actions in compliance with military standards and Safety procedure.
Completion Requirements
Students seeking the Level 5 Diploma in Mechanical Technology – Military Vehicle Mechanical Maintenance qualification must successfully complete 90 credits, including:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Mandatory core course credits | 16 | |
| Mechanical stream course credits (level 4) | 12 | |
| Mechanical stream course credits (level 5) | 26 | |
| Mechanical optional credits (level 4) | 13 | |
| Mechanical optional credits (level 5) | 23 | |
| Total Credits | 90 | |
Mandatory core Units
Required credits: 16
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MCT 201 | Apply engineering technology to real or simulated situations to produce technical solutions | 4 |
| MCT 200 | Interpret and document technical information | 2 |
| MCT 230 | Perform practical training and support in electromechanical based industries | 10 |
Stream Units
Required credits: 38
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MCT 110 | Interpret and Prepare Technical Drawings | 3 |
| MCT 100 | Perform basic machining | 4 |
| MCT 102 | Discover Fluid Mechanics | 2 |
| MCT 220 | Produce CAD technical drawings | 2 |
| MOD 120 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Computer Hardware, Networks and Security | 1 |
| MCT 122 | Analyse Static Loads | 3 |
| MOD 121 | Conduct Basic Operations in Mathematics | 1 |
| MCT 124 | Explore heat transfer and thermodynamics | 4 |
| MCT 123 | Describe the fundamentals of material science | 4 |
| MCT 221 | Explore the knowledge and skills of codes and standards in mechanical engineering | 2 |
| ECT 122 | Maintain electrical circuits and systems | 3 |
| MCT 120 | Solve problems in work and energy | 5 |
| MCT 222 | Explore the fundamentals of mechatronic electromechanical drives | 4 |
Optional Units
Required credits: 36
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GED 100 | Develop English language skills | 3 |
| MCT 101 | Perform basic mechanical maintenance | 4 |
| HSE 100 | Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Workplace | 2 |
| MOD 110 | Apply Health and Safety Procedures in Vehicle Maintenance | 1 |
| MOD 111 | Conduct an Inspection of the Mechanical Systems in Heavy Vehicles | 3 |
| MOD 112 | Manage Vehicle Technical Maintenance Equipment and Workshop Operations | 2 |
| MOD 113 | Maintain Vehicle Ancillary Systems | 4 |
| MOD 210 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Fundamentals of a Vehicle Air Conditioning System | 1 |
| MOD 211 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Fundamentals of an Electrical System | 2 |
| MOD 212 | Maintain Vehicle Diesel Engine, Gearbox, Transmission and Differential Systems. | 4 |
| MOD 213 | Maintain Vehicle Chassis Systems | 4 |
| MOD 214 | Conduct an Inspection of the Hydraulic Systems in Vehicles | 3 |
| MOD 215 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Military Technical Support Functions Within the United Arab Emirates | 1 |
| MOD 216 | Maintain Vehicle Air Conditioning System | 2 |
Recommended Sequence of Study
Level 5 Diploma in Mechanical Technology - Vehicles
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Credit Hours | |
| GED 100 | Develop English language skills | 3 |
| MCT 110 | Interpret and Prepare Technical Drawings | 3 |
| MCT 100 | Perform basic machining | 4 |
| MCT 101 | Perform basic mechanical maintenance | 4 |
| HSE 100 | Explore Health, Safety and Environment at Workplace | 2 |
| MCT 102 | Discover Fluid Mechanics | 2 |
| MCT 200 | Interpret and document technical information | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 20 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| MCT 220 | Produce CAD technical drawings | 2 |
| MOD 120 | Demonstrate Knowledge of Computer Hardware, Networks and Security | 1 |
| MCT 122 | Analyse Static Loads | 3 |
| MOD 121 | Conduct Basic Operations in Mathematics | 1 |
| MCT 124 | Explore heat transfer and thermodynamics | 4 |
| MOD 110 | Apply Health and Safety Procedures in Vehicle Maintenance | 1 |
| MOD 111 | Conduct an Inspection of the Mechanical Systems in Heavy Vehicles | 3 |
| MOD 112 | Manage Vehicle Technical Maintenance Equipment and Workshop Operations | 2 |
| MOD 113 | Maintain Vehicle Ancillary Systems | 4 |
| Credit Hours | 21 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 3 | ||
| MOD 210 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Fundamentals of a Vehicle Air Conditioning System | 1 |
| MCT 123 | Describe the fundamentals of material science | 4 |
| MCT 221 | Explore the knowledge and skills of codes and standards in mechanical engineering | 2 |
| MOD 211 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Fundamentals of an Electrical System | 2 |
| ECT 122 | Maintain electrical circuits and systems | 3 |
| MOD 212 | Maintain Vehicle Diesel Engine, Gearbox, Transmission and Differential Systems. | 4 |
| MOD 213 | Maintain Vehicle Chassis Systems | 4 |
| MOD 214 | Conduct an Inspection of the Hydraulic Systems in Vehicles | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 23 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| MCT 120 | Solve problems in work and energy | 5 |
| MOD 215 | Demonstrate Knowledge of the Military Technical Support Functions Within the United Arab Emirates | 1 |
| MCT 230 | Perform practical training and support in electromechanical based industries | 10 |
| MCT 201 | Apply engineering technology to real or simulated situations to produce technical solutions | 4 |
| MCT 222 | Explore the fundamentals of mechatronic electromechanical drives | 4 |
| MOD 216 | Maintain Vehicle Air Conditioning System | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 26 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 90 | |