Engineering (Electronics)

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

BTEC Diploma

Level

Level Two

What's it all about?

This course aims to prepare you for the world of work, particularly in electronics. It contains core modules on basic engineering skills and then goes on to discuss the methods used in circuit construction. In order to do this you will learn about electronic devices and their operation in mobile and other electonic systems. It will also give you an insight into the operation and maintenance of electronic systems.

Progression

On successful completion you may progress to:

an appropriate level 3 course offered at the College
an Apprenticeship
enter directly into employment.

Entry Requirements

In our experience in order to be successful on this level of programme you will need one of the following:

four GCSEs at grades D-F (including grade Ds in English, maths and science, or a level 1 diploma at merit grade)
a BTEC foundation diploma in a related subject
an NVQ level 1/technical certificate in a related subject
equivalent qualifications or relevant work experience.

Duration

One year

Run On Demand?

Roll On Roll Off?

Are there any exams?

Individual in-class tests/exams may be required in some modules. There are exams in functional skills.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

The course includes the following modules:

working safely in the engineering workplace
interpreting and using engineering information
maths for engineering technicians
applied electronical and mechanical science for engineering
engineering assembly methods and technology
electronic circuit construction
mobile communications technology
electronic devices and components
operation and maintenance of electrical systems.

There is also a requirement to complete functional skills, progression awards, and an information communication technology system support unit.

When can I study?

Four days per week

Course Facts

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Start Date:

September

Course Type:

Full-time

Location:

Kings Road Centre

Material Fees:

Please contact info@cityplym.ac.uk or phone reception on 01752 305300 for details

Level:

No level information available

Course Code:

FDEL

Certain "part-time" courses may become "full-time" courses if additional courses are taken.

If you are aged 16-18, due to Government funding, tuition fees may not be applicable for your course (Please note: this does not apply to foundation degrees or access to higher education courses, and other courses not eligible for public funding).

Please note that fees quoted apply to courses starting in the academic year 2011 / 12 (August 2011 - July 2012). There may be a slight increase in fees for courses starting 2012 / 13.