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Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England HNC Level 4

Course Overview

This course is normally studied part-time (one day) over two years, but there is the option to study full-time (two days) over one year. It is designed for those looking to develop a career in electrical and electronic engineering, with the emphasis on applying electrical, electronic and control principles to practical situations such as PLC and robot work cells. You will be studying in state-of-the-art engineering facilities, with industry-standard equipment such as robotic, PLC and process control technology.

You will be taught by staff with strong industry experience and links to key employers. In addition, fellow students will come from a broad range of employers. This course can also form the academic part of a Higher Apprenticeship.

The modules studied may include:

  • Engineering Design
  • Engineering Maths
  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project Note: This is a Pearson-set unit.
  • Production Engineering for Manufacture
  • Automation, Robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Quality and Process Improvement
  • Electrical and Electronic Principles
  • Electrical Machines

Course Overview

Course Overview

This course is normally studied part-time (one day) over two years, but there is the option to study full-time (two days) over one year. It is designed for those looking to develop a career in electrical and electronic engineering, with the emphasis on applying electrical, electronic and control principles to practical situations such as PLC and robot work cells. You will be studying in state-of-the-art engineering facilities, with industry-standard equipment such as robotic, PLC and process control technology.

You will be taught by staff with strong industry experience and links to key employers. In addition, fellow students will come from a broad range of employers. This course can also form the academic part of a Higher Apprenticeship.

The modules studied may include:

  • Engineering Design
  • Engineering Maths
  • Managing a Professional Engineering Project Note: This is a Pearson-set unit.
  • Production Engineering for Manufacture
  • Automation, Robotics and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Quality and Process Improvement
  • Electrical and Electronic Principles
  • Electrical Machines

Assessment

Assessment Methods

Continuous assessment of your performance will be carried out by means of assignments and may include laboratory work, investigations, projects, practical exercises and integrative assignments that link various subject areas.

Entry Requirements and Progression

Progression

You could choose to progress on to an HND course or study a degree course at a university of your choice. Alternatively, you could progress to employment. Graduates find roles within industries such as electronic, electrical, instrumentation, project and technical sales engineer manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, energy and water.

Entry Requirements

Typically entrants will possess:

  • Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject.
  • GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including maths

Mature applicants with relevant experience who do not have the stated entry requirements are encouraged to apply.

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January Open Event - Bridgwater Campus

15th January 2025