Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
HNC
In Preston
Description
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Type
HNC
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Location
Preston
The HNC comprises eight modules (four will be studied each year). Analogue & Digital Electronics (A) Analogue & Digital Electronics (B) Electrical Principles Microprocessor Systems Power Equipment Mathematics for Technology Project Industrial Studies
Facilities
Location
Start date
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About this course
Potential students must meet the College's minimum entry requirements for higher education courses. Candidates for this course must hold at least one of the following in an appropriately mathematically based subject; a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma; a National Award; one A Level; or vocational A Levels. Places are offered subject to a successful interview.
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Course programme
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Course ID:
PC00302
Academy:
Manufacturing Technology
Introduction:
The course is designed for employed students who wish to specialise in Electrical & Electronic Engineering. The emphasis is on the development of a wide range of professional and technical skills. The modules have been selected to ensure that students develop the essential knowledge and skills to work in the Electrical/Electronics industry.
Study Mode & Location:
This two year part-time course is studied on a day release basis for one afternoon (Friday) and one evening per week. It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent's Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.
Course Content:
The HNC comprises eight modules (four will be studied each year).
- Analogue & Digital Electronics (A)
- Analogue & Digital Electronics (B)
- Electrical Principles
- Microprocessor Systems
- Power Equipment
- Mathematics for Technology
- Project
- Industrial Studies
Assessment:
Assessment is via a combination of assessment methods relevant to the particular module.
Careers & Progression Opportunities:
This programme has been developed to meet the needs of any industrial position that requires a good understanding of electrical and/or electronic engineering. Career progression and professional requirements have influenced the design of the course. The qualification is universally recognised by employers and enhances promotion prospects in supervisory, junior and middle management appointments. Successful students may progress to an HND in Engineering or Engineering Management at Preston College, or to a Degree in Electronics Engineering at the University of Central Lancashire.
How To Apply
Full-time Students
You will need to complete a UCAS application form. The majority of applications are now completed using `UCAS apply`, a web-based on-line application system. You will need to include the following information on your application form:
Institution code name:
CLANC
Institution code:
C30
Campus code:
P
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Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.
Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7:30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9:30am-4.30pm
The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering