HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Production Technology is a specialized program that focuses on the principles and practices of efficient and effective production processes. This comprehensive course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to optimize production systems and maximize productivity in various industries. Throughout the HND in Production Technology, students will learn about production planning, inventory management, quality control, lean manufacturing principles, and process optimization. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training, practical workshops, and real-world case studies to provide students with a holistic understanding of production systems.
Entry Qualifications
G.C.E A/L Qualification
Pass in Science(Maths) or Technology(ET) Stream or Art with credit pass for Hard Technology (Mechanical Technology)
OR
NVQ Qualification
NVQ Level 4 certificate in Machinist,Welder, Tool and Die Maker, Fabricator(Metal)
Course Durations & Course Structure
Level | Duration |
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Foundation | 02 Months (Effect from Academic Year 2022/2023) |
NVQ Level 5 | 12 Months |
On the Job Training in Industry (after NVQ Level 5) | 6 Months |
NVQ Level 6 | 12 Months |
On the Job Training in Industry (after NVQ Level 6) | 6 Months |
Modules Details
- Mechanics of machines
- Materials Technology
- Information Technology in Production
- Design of machine components I
- Manufacturing Drawing
- Manufacturing Technology I
- Production Metrology I
- Technical Mathematics
- OHS Procedures and Practices
- Workplace Communication Management
- Planning and Scheduling work at workplace
- Electrical Technology
- Design of machine components II
- Manufacturing Technology I
- Production Management I
- Production Metrology II
- Product Quality Analysis
- Production Organization and Human Resources Management I
- Workplace Information Management
- Design for manufacturing products
- Manufacturing Technology II
- Production Management II
- Installation and maintenance
- Costing and budgeting
- Production Organization and Human Resources Management II
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Design for manufacturing products
- Manufacturing Technology II
- Production Management II
- Installation and maintenance
- Costing and budgeting
- Environmental Management
- Project (Individual or Group)