Course Overview
HiQual UK delivers the Level 6 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC – Mechanical), designed for senior mechanical engineers, QA/QC managers, and compliance professionals working in oil & gas, power plants, manufacturing, and heavy industry. The program emphasizes advanced inspection, auditing, risk management, and leadership in QA/QC systems. Participants will gain the competence to lead QA/QC teams, implement integrated management systems, and prepare audit‑ready documentation for large‑scale mechanical engineering projects.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 6 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC - Mechanical) |
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| Total Credits | 50 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 500 |
| Qualification Time | 500 |
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Advanced Principles of QA/QC in Mechanical Engineering Scope, leadership roles, and integration of QA/QC across mechanical projects.
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Mechanical Standards and Regulatory Compliance ISO, ASME, ASTM, API, BS, and OSHA standards for mechanical systems.
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Quality Planning and Assurance in Mechanical Projects Developing quality plans, inspection test plans (ITPs), and project quality objectives.
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Advanced Mechanical Inspection and Testing Procedures NDT, destructive testing, precision measurement, and calibration.
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Failure Analysis and Reliability Engineering Root cause analysis, fatigue, wear, corrosion, and lifecycle reliability.
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Integrated Management Systems (QMS, EMS, OHSMS) ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 integration for mechanical projects.
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Auditing and Compliance Verification Internal/external audits, supplier audits, and regulatory compliance checks.
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Leadership in QA/QC and Team Management Supervising QA/QC teams, communication strategies, and conflict resolution.
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Documentation, Reporting, and Audit‑Readiness Preparing audit‑ready reports, compliance records, and continual improvement logs.
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Case Studies and Applications in Mechanical QA/QC Real‑world projects in oil & gas, power plants, and industrial manufacturing.
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Builds competence in mechanical QA/QC leadership and management
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Enhances compliance with ISO, ASME, ASTM, API, BS, and OSHA standards
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Strengthens skills in auditing, risk management, and integrated systems
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Provides tools for audit‑ready QA/QC leadership and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in mechanical QA/QC management, compliance leadership, and consultancy
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Senior mechanical engineers and QA/QC managers
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Compliance officers in oil & gas, power, and manufacturing projects
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Project managers and technical auditors
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Individuals progressing from QAME‑313 (Level 3 Diploma in QA/QC – Mechanical) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + capstone QA/QC project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, project report, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 120 theory + 1 capstone project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 9–12 months (500–600 hours total)
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Certification: Level 6 Diploma in Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC – Mechanical) (QAME)
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