Course summary
The Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) is designed to provide you with wider knowledge of Engineering principles and methodology, supported by the development of analytical and research skills to prepare you for employment opportunities in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering field or study at HND/degree level. Emphasis will be placed upon reflection, analysis, environmental impact, critical thinking and personal development.
Modules
Full-time in HNC will be completed in one year totaling 120 credits. Part-time HNC will be completed in 18 month totaling 120 credits. Stage 1 (total 120 credits): -Engineering Design* -Engineering Mathematics* -Engineering Science* -Managing a Professional Engineering Project* -Fundamentals of Thermodynamics and Heat Engines# -Quality and Process Improvement# -Electrical and Electronic Principles# -Electronic Circuits and Devices *Mandatory units #Mandatory Specialist units
Assessment method
Summative assessment is where students are provided with the assignment grades contributing towards the overall unit grade. Assessments may include elements of: -Practical assessments -Portfolios of evidence -In-class tests -Lab work -Case studies -Examinations, both open and closed book -Reflective activities where you look back over your experiences, analyse them with the assistance of relevant theory and reflective tools, and learn from the experience -Online discussions that you have had with your peers, tutors and invited contributors to the programme -Oral and written reports -Journals, blogs and log books -Plans (eg action plans, plans for your group activities) -Presentations All written work related to assessments will be submitted via Turnitin to ensure authentication of students’ work.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N008
- Institution code:
- B60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 - 80 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Entry to this course requires a BTEC Level 3 qualification in Engineering and a minimum of 80 UCAS points as well as GCSE Mathematics and English at Grades A-C/9-4 or equivalent. or A minimum of 32 UCAS points including at least one Level 3 qualification in Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science. GCSE Mathematics and English at Grades A-C or equivalent. or An Access to Higher Education Certificate in an Engineering discipline awarded by an approved Further Education institution. The School of Engineering welcomes applications from those who do not meet the above criteria. Where this is the case, you will be invited for an interview at which you will be expected to provide a portfolio (either physical or digital) that demonstrates professional industry experience in an Engineering discipline and/or demonstrate a strong interest in Engineering through extra-curricular activity, research or work experience. As part of the interview process, you will undertake an Engineering aptitude test along with a Numeracy and Literacy skills assessment. Claims for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) are welcomed by the Programme team. We also consider individual applicants who can demonstrate relevant learning, work/voluntary experience, using our Recognition of Prior Learning process. Please contact the admission team for further information and support
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £8000 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £8000 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £8000 | Year 1 |
Wales | £8000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Bradford College
Great Horton Road
Bradford
BD7 1AY