Part Time BSc Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Awarding Body

University of Glamorgan

UCAS code:C22, Route A , Route B

Course Content

The emphasis throughout the course is student centred, task orientated learning with plenty of scope for practical assignment work. Wherever possible the major individual projects, which are carried out in the second year, are to be industrially based with full involvement of industrial supervisors.

Course Features

To ensure that the content matches the needs of industry and society at large.

To establish the relevance of engineering to solve real world problems by using scientific knowledge.

To incorporate health and safety, environmental issues and sustainability throughout the course.

To develop the learner`s ability to see the inter-relationship between theory and practice and to maintain a sound theoretical approach in enabling the introduction of new and advancing technology to enhance current practice.

To develop the learner`s ability to communicate effectively with clients, customers and colleagues, using written, oral and graphical methods.

To develop a self-disciplined and self-motivated attitude in pursuit of their studies.

To develop the learner`s ability to be able to select suitable materials, components and assembly techniques for a particular product.

To develop in the learner the ability to plan and execute a project within time and cost constraints, taking into account the health and safety issues.

To develop the ability to evaluate designs, process and products and make improvements.

To develop in the learner a professional attitude towards matters such as design, reliability and maintenance of equipment, product quality and value, marketing and safety.
Career Prospects and Progression

Successful candidates will be able to perform technical duties in posts demanding a detailed understanding of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. They should be able to design, develop, manufacture, maintain and manage applications of current and developing technology at a high level. They will be prepared for practise as Incorporated Engineers and will also have the required knowledge and skills for continuing education.

Modules

Configuration and Programming of Embedded Systems; Power Machines and Control; Signals and Digital Communications; Electronic Production and Test; Project (including Project Management).

Method of Assessment

Examination and up to four pieces of coursework for non-project modules. Oral presentation and project report for the project module.

Course Length

2 Years

Time of Delivery

Day and Evening

Campus

Graig Campus

Bilingual Provision

This course can be studied in English only

Entry Requirements

HNC Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Full-time or Part-time

Part Time