Chief Engineer (SV) General Engineering Science II

Y2 General Engineering Science I & II

A 10 day course certificated by 2 examinations on day 9 & 10, covering:

General Engineering Science I

Mathematics

arithmetic

algebra

trigonometry

geometry

mensuration

Applied Mechanics

units

kinematics

dynamics

statics

friction

machines

strength of materials

fluids at rest

transverse stability

General Engineering Science II

Applied Heat

heat energy

gas laws

combustion

refrigeration

Electricity

nature of electricity

electric currents

electric circuits

resistance

secondary cells

magnetic fields

electromagnetic induction

measuring instruments and measurements

Due to the large amount of material to be learnt, candidates must have a good working knowledge of the fundamentals of Maths & Physics. A substantial amount of pre-course study is required, and candidates are advised to spend at least 6 weeks working on the course material supplied when enrolling onto the course.

Useful Information

General Science II cost includes SQA Exam fee £208