HNDE (Labuduwa) course shifts to Mattakkuliya
A very rare and historical paper article about a milestone of HNDE
( 'The Island' 2001/05/21 )
HNDE course shifts to Mattakkuliya
by Saman Indrajith
source :www.island.lk/2001/05/21/news07.html
The first batch of students of Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE) course conducted in Labuduwa centre will be shifted today to Mattakkuliya following students’ requests over several years.
"Shifting the course from Labuduwa Advanced Technical Institute (ATI) to Mattakkuliya ATI is appreciated but it is not the end of the problems HNDE course has," said the President of the HNDE Students’ Council Chamara Ranawaka yesterday.
"At the beginning of Labuduwa ATI, we indicated that it would be a failure, but the educational authorities who couldn’t see practical aspects went on and established the institute," he said.
Authorities just attempted to provide a plaster-solution of shifting only one batch to Mattakkuliya and keeping one batch at Labuduwa. "Shift both batches to Mattakkuliya where required resources are available and the cost is lower. And then take us under a capable administrative structure. The current administrative body, Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technical Education (SLIATE) cannot cater to the requirements of an engineering course." he said.
The SLIATE is administering nine other national level diploma courses but does not have enough financial resources to maintain a HNDE course. "That’s why we are against decentralization of the course without upgrading it and without re-establishing it under a proper body of administration," Ranawaka said.
Secretary of the Students Council, Rasika Mendis added that students are fed up of the poor administrative structure and lack of facilities. "The majority want to give up the course if authorities would not take any action to find solutions for prevailing problems. No welfare facilities for students and lecturers. So, students and lecturers want to abandon the course. More than 35 lecturers have left teaching as the salary and welfare facilities are very poor and they can find better jobs for qualifications they have," he indicated.
The HNDE course was introduced to the country in 1986. It was institutionalized in accordance with the structure of the Business and Technology Education Council-BITEC, of Britain and it was meant to follow a course curriculum of Bolton University’s engineering course which produced middle level engineers. Started in 1986 at Ratmalana, authorities thought this would be a better solution for the A/L maths students who could not enter universities. Thus, they started to spread it without considering the feasibility of the course of study. The course was started in Aruppola in Kandy but in the following year there were practical problems, he explained.
"Later, the programme was taken to Badulla in 1988 where it could not succeed. After that it was again Akmeemana in Labuduwa in 1999 and still the problems faced by the students of 1987 at Kandy are existing and we are to face them, thanks to the advanced knowledge of our policy makers," he added.
Politicos, especially some former ministers wanted to establish the course in Labuduwa and another tried to establish it in Kandy were some examples of attempts by ministers to set this institute in their electorates. But, students finally have to pay for these short-sighted plans of politicians, he lamented.
Deputy Director General of SLIATE, R. A. D. Hemachandra Ranatunge has instructed the directors of Labuduwa and Mattakkuliya in his letter dated May 18th, 2001 that the Council of the SLIATE has approved to grant permission for students who have completed their first year theory classes and are unable to enter the second year due to non-completion of practicals to be absorbed into the first year classes at Mattakkuliya.
General Information
General Information
Course design
HNDE is a 3 ½ year full time day course with facilities for institutional and practical studies including six months in-plant training. As all aspects of the course are conducted in
English medium, Students are required to follow a 1 ½ month intensive English course before commencing the course.
Course components
All the subjects taught with an emphasis towards practical as well as theory. Adequate laboratory experiments are conducted in most of the subjects .
The students have to follow lectures and do library assignments, laboratory and workshop practical , phase tests and project and face year end examinations. The project will consist of applications based on the theoretical knowledge and skills learn through lectures and other academic activities.
Industrial visits will be organized by the respective departments with collaboration with a relevant industry.
Fields of Study
The HNDE programme can be divided in to following 3 fields.
1. Electrical/Electronic Engineering
2. Mechanical Engineering
3. Civil Engineering
Training
The National Apprentice and industrial training authority (NAITA) provides a valu added in plant training opportunities of two, three months duration; first one being after the completion of the second year and the other subsequent to the completion of the final year in the respective specialised engineering fields.
After a continuous three year course with a six month in plant training in renowned establishments in various parts of the country, students finally find an easy access to lucrative engineering careers in the ever widening professional industrial spheres in our country. It is heartening to note that the private entrepreneurs have realised the value of the HNDE and those who possess this diploma are being employed in progressively grater numbers in their establishments.
Avenues available for future career development
That the Institute of Engineering Sri Lanka (IESL) has granted:-
(a) Student memberships to those students who complete the first year of the HNDE programme.
(b) Permission to students who have successfully completed the full program (HNDE) to follow the IESL (part 1 classes)
Those who follow this course can qualify for exemption from CEI (UK) part I examination by getting a number of merits specified by the London Engineering Council.
HNDE is a 3 ½ year full time day course with facilities for institutional and practical studies including six months in-plant training. As all aspects of the course are conducted in
English medium, Students are required to follow a 1 ½ month intensive English course before commencing the course.
Course components
All the subjects taught with an emphasis towards practical as well as theory. Adequate laboratory experiments are conducted in most of the subjects .
The students have to follow lectures and do library assignments, laboratory and workshop practical , phase tests and project and face year end examinations. The project will consist of applications based on the theoretical knowledge and skills learn through lectures and other academic activities.
Industrial visits will be organized by the respective departments with collaboration with a relevant industry.
Fields of Study
The HNDE programme can be divided in to following 3 fields.
1. Electrical/Electronic Engineering
2. Mechanical Engineering
3. Civil Engineering
Training
The National Apprentice and industrial training authority (NAITA) provides a valu added in plant training opportunities of two, three months duration; first one being after the completion of the second year and the other subsequent to the completion of the final year in the respective specialised engineering fields.
After a continuous three year course with a six month in plant training in renowned establishments in various parts of the country, students finally find an easy access to lucrative engineering careers in the ever widening professional industrial spheres in our country. It is heartening to note that the private entrepreneurs have realised the value of the HNDE and those who possess this diploma are being employed in progressively grater numbers in their establishments.
Avenues available for future career development
That the Institute of Engineering Sri Lanka (IESL) has granted:-
(a) Student memberships to those students who complete the first year of the HNDE programme.
(b) Permission to students who have successfully completed the full program (HNDE) to follow the IESL (part 1 classes)
Those who follow this course can qualify for exemption from CEI (UK) part I examination by getting a number of merits specified by the London Engineering Council.
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Course Description (electrical)
HND in
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
HND in Electrical Engineering is sub divided to two optional fields.
1. Electrical Power Engineering
2. Electronic Engineering
2. Electronic Engineering
Electrical Power Engineering
Is mainly concerned about the heavy current and power application of electricity, generation transmission, distribution and utilization designing and installation of power electronics, Electricity supply, Electrical mechanics, utilization of electrical Energy, microprocessor based systems and project.
Is mainly concerned about the heavy current and power application of electricity, generation transmission, distribution and utilization designing and installation of power electronics, Electricity supply, Electrical mechanics, utilization of electrical Energy, microprocessor based systems and project.
Electronic Engineering
Is concerned with aspects of electronics and communication technology. Mainly communication principles, Audio & TV, Micro processor fault diagnosis, stereophonic transmission and reception.
Is concerned with aspects of electronics and communication technology. Mainly communication principles, Audio & TV, Micro processor fault diagnosis, stereophonic transmission and reception.
Career opportunities
Career prospects are excellent in Sri Lanka and abroad. Students from HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering will be well prepared for work in the field. The HND in Electrical/Electronic engineering partially satisfies the needs of companies requiring personnel at incorporated Engineer level in the fields of maintenance, production testing, installation and design/development testing.
Career prospects are excellent in Sri Lanka and abroad. Students from HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering will be well prepared for work in the field. The HND in Electrical/Electronic engineering partially satisfies the needs of companies requiring personnel at incorporated Engineer level in the fields of maintenance, production testing, installation and design/development testing.
Course Description (mechanical)
HND in
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
HND in Mechanical Engineering has following specification.
1. Automobile Engineering
2. Production Engineering
3. Refrigeration & air-conditioning Engineering
2. Production Engineering
3. Refrigeration & air-conditioning Engineering
HND in Mechanical Production Engineering.
The program of study provides a broad knowledge and training in the principle procedures and techniques of mechanical and manufacturing engineering and engineering management.
The curriculum consists of engineering design, manufacturing and materials technology, control of manufacturing systems, mechanical maintenance, and quality assurance. Throughout the course there is a strong emphasis on the use of computers in the design and manufacture and control mechanisms.
The program of study provides a broad knowledge and training in the principle procedures and techniques of mechanical and manufacturing engineering and engineering management.
The curriculum consists of engineering design, manufacturing and materials technology, control of manufacturing systems, mechanical maintenance, and quality assurance. Throughout the course there is a strong emphasis on the use of computers in the design and manufacture and control mechanisms.
HND in Automobile Engineering
In addition to the common subjects related to the mechanical engineering such as manufacturing and materials technology, thermodynamics, engineering drawing, mechanical science, engineering design, use of computers, the students who are selected to follow the Automobile engineering option have to study subjects specially, Vehicle technology, engine technology, design of vehicle systems.
In addition to the common subjects related to the mechanical engineering such as manufacturing and materials technology, thermodynamics, engineering drawing, mechanical science, engineering design, use of computers, the students who are selected to follow the Automobile engineering option have to study subjects specially, Vehicle technology, engine technology, design of vehicle systems.
HND in Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineering.
HNDE is the only recognized diploma program which awards diploma level certificates in the field of Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineering. Apart from the subjects which are common to the field of mechanical engineering the students have to study refrigeration and air conditioning, design of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
HNDE is the only recognized diploma program which awards diploma level certificates in the field of Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineering. Apart from the subjects which are common to the field of mechanical engineering the students have to study refrigeration and air conditioning, design of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
Employment Opportunities
Since the increase of production organizations in Sri Lanka, employment opportunities have gone up in the field of mechanical engineering. Here are some industries where HNDE Diploma holders are employed. Road Development Authority (RDA), Road Construction & Development Company (RC & DC), Ports Authority, Dockyard, Ceylon Electricity board (CEB), etc...
Since the increase of production organizations in Sri Lanka, employment opportunities have gone up in the field of mechanical engineering. Here are some industries where HNDE Diploma holders are employed. Road Development Authority (RDA), Road Construction & Development Company (RC & DC), Ports Authority, Dockyard, Ceylon Electricity board (CEB), etc...
Course Description (civil)
HND in
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
This program of study provides a broad education and training in the engineering industry related to the civil construction. The field of study consists of fundamental principles, theories, design and drawing, measurements, investigations, construction, management and maintenance, related to the field study mentioned above. The Department of Civil Engineering has the recourses such as laboratories for Hydraulics, testing of materials, structural engineering. The students are provided with facilities to participate surveying camps, traffic surveys, and industrial visits apart from their studies.
The main options available under the field of civil engineering in the HNDE program are,
1. Structural Engineering
2. Water Engineering
1. Structural Engineering
2. Water Engineering
Employment Opportunities
Job opportunities are widely available, as there are many construction activities in Sri Lanka as well as abroad. At present HNDE Civil Engineering Diploma holders are employed in the government and private sector establishments such as, Building department, State Engineering Corporation (SEC), National Water Supply & Drainage Board (NWS & DB). Road Development Authority, Road Construction & Development Company (RC & DC).
Syllabus Outline (civil)
1st Year
Unit Title
Communication Skills A Engineering Applications of Computers Introduction to the Built Environment Construction Drawing Site Surveying and Levelling Materials in Construction Construction Technology Transportation Engineering Applications Structural Mechanics 2nd Year
Unit Title
Communication Skills B Building Construction Civil Engineering Construction Administration Site Surveying Structural Analysis A Design of Structural Element A Hydraulics Soil Mechanics (Properties) Engineering Geology Plat Appreciation Engineering Applications/PIA (�A�) 3rd Year
Unit Title
Communication Skills C Soil Mechanics (Design) Contractual Administration Civil Engineering Construction A Concrete Technology Specification and Measurement Structural Detailing Project Engineering Applications/PIA �B� Irrigation
Option 1- Structural Engineering
Unit Title
Structural Analysis B Design of Structural Element B
Option 2- Water Engineering
Unit Title
Water Supply Sewerage and Sewerage Treatment | |
Syllabus Outline (Electrical)
1st Year
Unit Title
Communication Skills A Engineering Applications Engineering Drawing A Engineering Fundamentals Electrical properties of materials Engineering materials Electrical Power Generation Transmission and Distribution Electrical Principle Analogue Electronics Digital Electronics Engineering application of Computers Microprocessor Workshop Micro electronic systems
2nd Year
Unit Title
Communication Skills B Mathematics Calculus Management & Communication Studies Electrical Principle (1) Analogue Electronics A Engineering applications of computers Digital Electronics Micro electronic systems
Option 1 Power Engineering
Unit Title
Heavy Current Electrical Applications Testing Measurement and Reliability (power) Option 2 Electronics Engineering
Unit Title
Communications Principle (1) Audio and TV Measurement & Testing
3rd Year
Unit Title
Communication Skills C Electrical Principle (2) Microprocessor Based Systems Project 1 Project 2
Option 1- Power Engineering
Unit Title
Power Electronics Electrical Power Engineering Electricity Supply Electrical Machine Control and Protection Unitization of Electrical Energy Option 2- Electronics Engineering
Unit Title
Analogue Electronics (2) Communications Principle Colour TV Principle and Practice Stereophonic Transmission and Reception Microprocessor Fault Diagnosis | |
Syllabus Outline (Mechanical)
1st Year [Unit Titles]
2nd Year [Unit Titles]
Option 1- Production Engineering
Option 2- Automotive Engineering
Option 3- Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineering
3rd Year [Unit Titles]
Option 1- Production Engineering
Option 2- Automotive Engineering
Option 3- Refrigeration and Air conditioning Engineering
| |
Beginning of HNDE
In 1985, the National Technical Teachers Training College (NTTTC) and the Technical education unit of the Ministry of Education conducted a manpower survey in Sri Lanka,
which revealed that the ratio of chartered engineers to incorporated engineers was 1:3. The survey established that a developing country’s ratio requirement of chartered engineers to incorporated engineers to technicians should be 1:5:20. The authorities realized that although adequate numbers of chartered engineers and technicians were being produced, there was a void between these two levels in the profession. Therefore steps were taken to bridge this gap by introducing a program to produce professionals who were competent in both technical and vocational skills. The Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE) course, conducted under the Business and Technological Education Council (BTEC), UK, was altered according to Sri Lanka’s requirement by professors at Bolton University, UK, and introduced as a pilot program in Sri Lanka in 1986. This was the birth of HNDE here in Sri Lanka.
The HNDE is currently administered by the Engineering division of the Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE), which is under the Ministry of Higher Education. The course duration is 3.5 years, including six months in plant training.
which revealed that the ratio of chartered engineers to incorporated engineers was 1:3. The survey established that a developing country’s ratio requirement of chartered engineers to incorporated engineers to technicians should be 1:5:20. The authorities realized that although adequate numbers of chartered engineers and technicians were being produced, there was a void between these two levels in the profession. Therefore steps were taken to bridge this gap by introducing a program to produce professionals who were competent in both technical and vocational skills. The Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE) course, conducted under the Business and Technological Education Council (BTEC), UK, was altered according to Sri Lanka’s requirement by professors at Bolton University, UK, and introduced as a pilot program in Sri Lanka in 1986. This was the birth of HNDE here in Sri Lanka.
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