Foundation Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

This course is particularly suited to those within the Engineering sector and will be delivered via lectures, tutorials and laboratory work. This course comprises of one day and one evening per year, although this does have some flexibility to allow students and their employers to study at their selected rate.

What Will I Learn?

In your first year you will study four modules. • Electrical Technology- 20 credits • Introduction to C Programming for Electronic Hardware Applications - 20 credits • Engineering Mathematics - 20 credits • Electronics 1 - 20 credits


In your Second Year you will study four modules. • Programmable Logic Controllers - 20 credits • Electronics 2 - 20 credits • Control and instrumentation - 20 credits • Power, Machines and power electronic devices – 20 credits In Year 3 you will study Two Modules: • Work Based Learning - 60 credits • Individual Project. - 20 credits

Entry Requirements

Entry criteria detail typical offers but Coleg y Cymoedd considers all applications on an individual basis which means that we could make offers based on qualifications, personal profile and experience. Combinations of qualifications are acceptable and other qualifications not listed may also be acceptable. Typical A-Level Offer -DD , Typical BTEC Offer - BTEC Extended Diploma MERIT MERIT MERIT or BTEC Diploma MERIT MERIT


Additional Requirements GCSEs: The College normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances

Assessment

Assessment will include written assignments, laboratory experiential learning, an examination and research reports related to industrial workplace.

Career Progression

On successful completion of this course you could move upwards in your current job, or choose further study. Successfully complete the Foundation Degree and you can progress onto a BSc (hons) in Engineering.

Further Notes

No applications from overseas non-EU students

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Course Details
Level:Level 5
Mode:Part Time Day
Start Date:09/09/2024
Day(s):Tuesday
Time:09:00 - 19:30
Location:Nantgarw
Course Code:04P504NB
Fees
HE Tuition Fee Year 1: £2640

Please note: Fees are payable for each year of study.

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