Higher Diploma in Automotive Engineering

The LJMU Higher Diploma in Automotive Engineering provides students with a strong foundation in core scientific and engineering principles relevant to the automotive industry. The programme develops the ability to analyse and solve routine automotive engineering problems, with specialist knowledge in areas such as thermodynamics, power transmission, fluid systems, combustion processes, and control systems. It also enhances essential transferable skills including teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and technical computing.

Graduates are prepared for employment in technical and supervisory roles, further academic progression, or professional development.

• 3 passes in GCE Advanced Level Mathematic/Science or Technology scheme (Local or International) . or
• ICBT Engineering Foundation Program with GCE Ordinary level or Advanced level in Commerce or Arts schemes (Local or International).
• Other Level 3 equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis for suitability.

Students at ICBT Campus, Colombo 04 begin with Level 4 (1st year in Higher Diploma) and progress to Level 5 (2nd year in Higher Diploma) in Automotive Engineering, developing strong technical and practical engineering competencies. Upon successful completion, students may advance to a Level 6 BEng. (Hons) Automotive Engineering Top-Up Degree through recognized university partners.

Graduates can further progress to postgraduate studies (MSc) locally or internationally, or enter the engineering industry in technical and supervisory roles with opportunities to work towards professional recognition.

Programme Structure - 240 credit points Level 4 - 120 credit points – CORE Semester 1

• Engineering Mathematics - I
• Engineering Mechanics
• Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design
• Internal Combustion Engines

Semester 2

• Electrical Principles for Automotive Engineering
• Energy Science and Thermodynamics
• Vehicle Safety Engineering
• Level 5 - 120 credit points – CORE

Semester 3

• Engineering Mathematics -II
• Automotive Materials and Manufacturing Processes
• Management Principles and Economics for Automotive Engineers Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Semester 4

• Heat Transfer and Combustion
• Mechatronic Systems and Robotics
• Engineering Design Project

Graduates of the Higher Diploma in Automotive Engineering can pursue a wide range of career opportunities in Sri Lanka’s automotive and transport sectors, including vehicle service and maintenance centres, automobile dealerships, manufacturing and assembly plants, fleet management companies, and technical consultancy firms. They may work in roles such as Automotive Technician, Vehicle Maintenance Engineer, Diagnostic Specialist, Workshop Supervisor, Quality Control Inspector, or Technical Sales Executive. With experience and further academic or professional development, graduates can progress into technical roles and progress to supervisory and management positions. With further study (BEng or postgraduate qualifications), they can advance toward senior engineering roles and professional recognition. Potential Career Roles

• Automotive Technician / Senior Technician
• Vehicle Maintenance Engineer
• Service Advisor
• Workshop Supervisor
• Diagnostic Specialist
• Quality Control Inspector
• Production / Assembly Engineer
• Fleet Maintenance Engineer
• Automotive Parts and Technical Sales Executive
• Technical Support Engineer

Key Industry Sectors in Sri Lanka

• Vehicle Service & Maintenance Centres
• Automobile Dealerships & After-Sales Services
• Vehicle Import & Distribution Companies
• Automotive Repair Workshops
• Manufacturing & Assembly Plants
• Transport & Logistics Companies
• Government Transport Departments
• Engineering Consultancy & Technical Services