HD 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.

The HD suite of programmes at ICBT provides an excellent example of widening participation in a country where there is not enough University supply to fill the demand for higher education. Students can enter the HD programmes after studying for 13 years in the formal education sector through either having studied for Advanced Levels, or having undertaken the Foundation programme after studying for Ordinary levels. Other level 3 qualifications will also be considered for suitability for entry to the programmes. For the engineering programmes, students must have studied maths, biosciences and/or technology whereas for Quantity Surveying, any subjects will suffice. Students have been entering these programmes with these qualifications for many years and have been successful in achieving the qualifications.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

1. English language proficiency Grade C or above in GCE Ordinary Level. OR
2. IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of the course start date OR
3. ICBT Academic English Studies Course OR
4. Recognized equivalent qualification.

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.

Semester 01

• 4601ICBTME - Engineering Mechanics
• 4602ICBTME  - Engineering Drawing and Computer Aided Design
• 4601ICBTAE  - Internal Combustion Engines

Semester 02

• 4600ICBTEG - Engineering Mathematics – I
• 4602ICBTAE - Electrical Principles for Automotive Engineering
• 4603ICBTAE - Energy Science and Thermodynamics
• 4604ICBTAE - Vehicle Safety Engineering

Semester 03

• 5600ICBTEG - Engineering Mathematics – II
• 5602ICBTEL - Instrumentation and Control Engineering
• 5601ICBTAE - Automotive Material and Manufacturing Process
• 5602ICBTAE - Management Principles and Economics for Automotive Engineers

Semester 04

• 5601ICBTEG - Engineering Design Project
• 5603ICBTAE - Automotive System Design
• 5604ICBTAE - Hybrid and Electrical Vehicle Technology

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