Pathway To A University Degree

After completing this short 9 month Diploma you are guaranteed a place in our Degree programmes.

Progress directly to B Eng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering.

Electrical Technology

The module introduces students to the basic concepts and principles used in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. The emphasis is on dc analysis, steady state DC circuit analysis and ac analysis and their use with appropriate models to investigate the characteristics of common electrical systems. Learning is enhanced through practical work and the use of computer circuit simulation.

Analogue Electronics Technology

This module aims to provide students with a broad knowledge and understanding of semiconductor engineering and analogue electronics. It covers the essentials of semiconductor engineering and fabrication and analogue circuit design using operational amplifiers and to a lesser extent the design of amplifiers using discrete transistors. Essential circuit theory is included in the module to support the required analysis skills

Engineering Mathematics

This module aims to demonstrate the importance of mathematics to a study of engineering and to equip students with the application of the mathematical skills appropriate for an engineer. The main intended learning outcomes relate to the application of mathematical skills in the area of engineering.

Digital Circuits

This module aims to introduce students to the technical application of digital logic circuits and microprocessors. It covers the essentials of combinational and sequential logic design together with the assembly language programming of a contemporary microprocessor. Learning is enhanced through practical work and the use of computer circuit simulation.

Introduction to Programming

This course provides the fundamental concepts of programming in the language C and also this module provides an insight into how database systems are used commercially. It provides an introductory study of database theory, design and management together with some practical use of a multi-user database management system.

Microcontrollers, Sensors and Actuators

The module will introduce the learner to embedded systems, particularly the Arduino Board a differentiate the different Arduino boards available in the market. The learners will then programming in C and use the C language in programming the Arduino in the Arduino IDE.
The module will also introduce the students to common sensors and actuators that can be used with Arduino and learn how to interface these with Arduino. Finally, the learner will learn how to develop an IoT system.

Engineering Mathematics 2

This module covers advanced mathematics requirement of engineering degree programmes. This module consists of the well-recognized elements of advanced engineering mathematics which universally underpin the formation of the professional engineer.
The principal aim of the module is to enhance and develop the student’s understanding and the ability to analyze and use the language of mathematics in the description of engineering.

Project Management

This covers not just project management process skills, but also crucial people skills such as negotiation, personal time management, change management, diversity, and overcoming adversity. Topics covered include: scheduling, cost estimating, budgets, human resources, communication, procurement, quality plans, risk management, team building, project monitoring/control, and closeout.

Electronics Group Project

This module aims to provide general and key technology skills associated with group project implementation and management. To facilitate learning the process of group project work student groups will be mentored by academic staff and supported by technical staff. The module includes significant amounts of practical work in the fields associated with the courses linked to this module.