Part Time HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering inc Electrical theme HNCE12AH

HNC Electrical & Electronic Engineering (inc Electrical theme) - HNCE12AH

Is the course for me?
The course is intended to link to the local industry as much as possible both in its content and in the mode of attendance. Its aim is to produce a highly qualified and knowledgeable engineer who can meet the requirements for the multi-skilled engineer. The BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a specialist vocational programme with a strong work related emphasis. The qualification provides a thorough grounding in the key concepts and practical skills required in the sector with national recognition by employers allowing progression direct into employment or to degree.

What will I learn?
The course is made up of ten units - five core units, which everyone takes, and five specialist units. The specialist units enable you to study particular areas in depth, and there is opportunity to follow a clear specialist pathway recognised in the following endorsed qualification titles: BTEC HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering BTEC HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (Electrical) What subjects will I study? All students take these five core units: Business Management Techniques (H1); Engineering Science (H1); Analytical Methods for Engineers (H1); Project (H2); Electrical and Electronic Principles (H2) You take five specialist units from the following list. Engineering Design (H2); Digital and Analogue Devices and Circuits (H2); Electronics (H2); Instrumentation and Control Principles (H1); Microprocessor Systems (H1) (For E&E ONLY); Electrical Power (H1) (For Electrical ONLY) {subject to course approval} The course presents a varied profile of achievement that is considered as CPD for a range of professional qualifications in the work sector.

How will I be assessed?
Each unit is internally assessed and graded by lecturers. Unit grades awarded are Pass, Merit or Distinction. There is no overall grade awarded for this qualification. There is a mix of continuous assessment, such as assignment work, workbooks and formal test papers used to assess progress on this course.

What can I do after the course?
The course leads to the possibility of entry to most Universities on a relevant Degree course. The course prepares you for a range of employment in the public and private sectors in industries such as Electronic Design Engineering, Electronic Manufacturing.

Entry Requirement
You will normally need to have at least one of the following: BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in an appropriate area OR an AVCE/GNVQ at Level 3 in an appropriate vocational area OR a GCE A Level profile which demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades at level A-C OR other related Level 3 qualifications OR an Access to HE Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution OR related work experience.