HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering - accelerated
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Why choose this course?
- This course is accelerated - you will start your studies in January 2012, and then continue with your second semester over the summer. You will then join the second year of the course in September 2012
- You will be trained in the technologies of electrical and electronic systems preparing you for cutting edge work
- You will get a broad introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of the subject
- It's more than just engineering - you'll develop skills in management and communication too
- You'll study in our fantastic £21million Markeaton Street site. Take the video tour.
About the course
In this course we apply the fact that electricity can be used to transport and deliver energy. It lights our homes, runs many of our domestic gadgets, and keeps the wheels of industry turning. It is such an established and reliable part of our lives that we often take it for granted, yet it remains a fascinating and developing field of study.
Electrical engineering deals with the study of motors and generators, their control, transmission and distribution systems and the principles which underlie them.
In Electronic Engineering we apply electricity to carry, process and store information. This is the driving force behind today's information revolution, and forms the basis of everyday devices like the mobile phone and the computer, as well as a huge range of systems used in commerce and industry.
You'll discover how electronics depends heavily on semiconductor technology, and that while electrical and electronic engineering depend on the same fundamental scientific laws, they diverge widely beyond these basics.
You'll learn in a challenging, stimulating and creative environment and you'll also benefit from working closely with students on other closely related courses that cover areas including multimedia, music, electronics and sound and lighting.
Find out more about what subjects and modules you'll be studying...Your career
On completion of this course you will be able to take on a responsible role applying the new skills you have learned. If you're already in employment, you will be able to advance your role and take on more complex and challenging activities.
It will develop your skills in areas as diverse as avionics, medical electronics, automotive electrical/electronic systems, manufacture or electrical power generation.
The numeracy and problem solving skills you'll have developed will also give you a wide range of alternative career options, including teaching, accountancy and technical sales or management roles.
What our students say
"The most enjoyable part of the course for me is understanding all the theory. This has helped me to understand why things react in a certain way. The support from the lecturers has been really good."
Sarah Mahjouri
How you'll learn
The course is taught through a mix of lectures, tutorials, and laboratory work.
How you're assessed
This is by a careful blend of assignment and examination. Assignments may relate to work at the computer or in the laboratory, or may be a piece of written or analytical work.
Start dates
This course is available to start in January 2012 for full time international students only.
UCAS code
Apply online directly to the University
Fees
Please contact us for details of the fees for this course.More information about our fees for September 2012 and the support available
Course length
Full time accelerated
