FdSc Engineering (Electrical Electronics)

Year 1

Core modules

• Engineering Science (SOUD1533)

  Introduction to Engineering science principles that are central to the design of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering systems which will also provide broad knowledge for Engineering professionals. This module will provide an introduction to AC and DC circuit theory, along with Static and Dynamic Mechanical principles for further modules fundamental to the safe and efficient design and production of engineering systems

• Engineering Project (SOUD1538)

  This module introduces students to the frameworks and structures that modern design principles and introduction to a CAD modelling software required for use within the industry. Students will explore the importance of engineers working as the link between theory and the needs of customers

Year 2

Core modules

• Manufacturing and Materials (SOUD1536)

  This module provides an introduction to engineering material properties, selection and processing of materials for engineering applications, methods of inspection and tests. It continues to investigate the links between material structure, properties and appropriate manufacturing methods, materials properties and applies these to traditional and non-traditional manufacturing techniques. Students should gain knowledge of how material properties affect manufacturing choices

• Digital Electronics with Microcontrollers (SOUD1539)

  This module introduces the fundamentals of digital electronics with microcontrollers. Students will explore contemporary electrical/electronic and electro-mechanical systems, and the common core hardware and software solutions used to enable autonomous activities regarding Engineering systems

• Engineering Mathematics (SOUD1540)

  This module is designed to provide an introduction to mathematical principles that underpin the knowledge and skills required for an engineering environment. A focus will be made on applying mathematics to practical engineering scenarios, demonstrating an effective problem-solving methodology

Year 3

Core modules

• Industrial Control and Automation (SOUD2487)

  This module introduces the student to the systems implemented in the industry to control processing tasks. The module will cover awareness of industrial systems from input (sensors) through processing (embedded, compact, modular and rack controllers) to output (actuators and drives).  

• Engineering Build (SOUD2489)

  An introduction to the theory, practice and the application of engineering systems will be explored within this module focussing on the design, build construction and simulation. The module will also focus on practical skills within a system environment linked to the learner pathway.  

• Engineering Business, Quality and Project Management (SOUD2490)

  This module provides students with an understanding of how businesses operate within the engineering sector. From Total Quality Management within engineering organisations such as Six Sigma techniques, resource management and lean manufacturing to the disciplines of successful Project Management. 

Final year

Core modules

• Independent Research Module (SOUD2491)

  This module provides students with the opportunity to plan, research, produce and reflect upon the findings of a research project relevant to their chosen Engineering pathway and/or Industry.   

• Electrical Electronic and Digital Principles (SOUD2492)

  This module builds on previous learning of fundamentals of contemporary electrical/electronic devices, electro-mechanical systems and includes advanced digital logic. The learner will be encouraged to explore a more in-depth analysis of complex practical applications with relation to microcontrollers, electro-mechanical or electrical/electronics systems.   

• Digital Communications (SOUD2493)

  This module introduces digital communication principles for use within an engineering context. Investigation into analogue and digital communication techniques, exploring PCM/DPCM, multiplexing and demultiplexing, noise in communication systems, digital modulation and demodulation. The learner will be encouraged to explore a more in-depth analysis of complex practical applications with relation engineering scenarios.