Engineering: Electrical HNC
(SCQF level 7)
Engineering, Nautical and STEM
COURSE FULL - WAITING LIST ONLY
Mode of Study
Full-time
Start Date
26th Aug 2024, 1 year
Location
Riverside Campus
Applications from International Students Welcome
Overview
This course prepares you for a career as a Technical Engineer in the Electrical Engineering Industry and Electrical supply sector which deals with the production, transmission, distribution and application of electricity and the manufacturing, installation, and maintenance of electrical equipment.
During the course, you will cover areas involving electrical circuit analysis using industry-standard software and simulation packages. Within our department's laboratory and workshops, you will conduct analysis using theory and practical applications of magnetic principles and practical electrical machines.
Near the end of the course, there is a graded exam in addition to all course assessments. Successful completion of the course allows you to apply for a place on the second-year program of the HND Electrical Engineering course at City of Glasgow College.
This HNC qualification can also be gained on a part-time attendance through our HNC Electrical Engineering day release course which runs one day a week over a two-year timetabled program.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 7.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- Two Highers at Grade C or above including Mathematics and preferably Physics; OR
- National Qualification at SCQF level 6 in a relevant Engineering subject; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we'll make an offer based on your application form.
ESOL entry requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
What you study
Some of the subjects you will study are:
- Electrical Safety.
- DC and AC Principles.
- Electrical Machine Principle.
- Mathematics for Engineers units 1 and 2.
- Three Phase Systems.
- Electricity Power Systems.
- Electrical Installation Skills.
After the course
Careers
The qualification HNC Electrical Engineering will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in employment in the Electrical Engineering Industry and Electrical supply sector.
Continuing study
This qualification will provide you with a relevant mix of competencies allowing progression to further study. On successful completion of the HNC you can progress to the:-
- HND Electrical Engineering year 2 at City of Glasgow College or
- Part-time or full-time degree courses in Scotland and the UK.
Teaching
How the course is taught
The course will be taught in two 18 week blocks with class sessions of two hours duration. You'll need to undertake self-study outwith timetabled class contact and arrange lab entry for additional practical activities out with timetabled class contact within course study groups.
Assessment methods
Each unit will have a minimum of one learning outcome end of unit assessment which may also include a practical element. Some units have more than one learning outcome assessment which will be delivered within the timeframe of the unit.
You will also undertake a 1 credit HNC Electrical Engineering Graded Unit 1 at SCQF level 7. This will be in the form of a 3 hour written examination normally at the end of May of each year.
Additional Information
Materials
You will be asked to supply your own copy of recommended course books. You will have to supply your own writing and drawing materials along with a scientific calculator.
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Mode of Study:
Full-time
Full-time
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Start Date:
26th Aug 2024, 1 year
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Location:
Riverside Campus
Applications from International Students Welcome