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Electrical and Electronic Engineering HNC (Full time)

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Overview

Electrical and Electronic Engineering HNC (Full time)


The Level 4 HNC lays the foundation of higher learning in electrical engineering. This develops and strengthens core skills while preparing students for specialist subjects at Level 5,or to enter employment. Students will gain competence in a range of subject-specific and general skills and qualities relevant to key areas of engineering.

This HNC (HTQ) is specifically designed for students wishing to progress in electrical engineering. It has a range of units focussed on electrical engineering with an emphasis on Power. It provides a good grounding in Engineering whilst providing a specialism at higher level.

All units are supported by industry experienced staff in purpose built labs extensively equipped for this subject area.

This is a Full time route with all content delivered in one year.

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Important information

No. of contact hours

12 hours per week

Expected self-study hours

6 hours per week

Regulatory body

Pearson

UCAS code

FEp2

Student Loans Company code

937063

Course information

Entry requirements

Essential entry criteria:

  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma with an overall grade of Merit or above, or
  • A Levels in Maths and Physics achieving grade C or above, or
  • Level 3 T Level in Engineering with overall Merit or above, or

Entry may also be gained to the course based on suitable industry experience or alternative qualifications to be determined at interview

Course content

Modules:

U4002: Engineering Mathematics

U4015: Automation, Robotics & PLCs

U4019: Electrical & Electronic Principles

U4021: Electrical machines

U4004: Managing a Project

U4001: Engineering Design

U4014: Production Engineering Manufacture

U4017: Quality & Process

 

Assessment methods

Assignments, in class time constrained assessments, multiple choice questions.

The qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering for England.

Further study and career options

This course allows progression to a Level 5 HND in Engineering, or may allow entry to the second year of a degree program.

Additional information

Costs:

There are no additional mandatory costs once enrolled, however the team may recommend text books and equipment that students could purchase to practice at home.

Trips:

Various trips to support modules may be offered throughout the year dependent on company availability. Previous trips have included manufacturers, automation plants and power stations.

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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat or email us at info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

Available Courses
Bedford College
Starts: 17/09/2025
Type: HE
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Wednesday, TH
Time(s): 8:30am - 6:00pm
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Fees: £6,186.00 Fee notes: Fee notes: The fee indicated is for each year of the course.
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Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.